When your laser cutter shuts off instantly, it’s likely the fuse. When it shuts down with a hiccup or stutter, it’s likely the rotary switch or emergency stop switch. In this video, I show you where the fuse is on my machine and also how to replace the rotary switch so you can get back […]
Active cooling and arduino control: In this video we improve the cooling of the K40 laser cutter and monitor the water temperature and flow rate with an Arduino. BLOG: http://wayofwood/improved-cooling-for-the-k40-laser-cutter ======= Tools/Supplies Used: – Hose clamps: https://wayofwood/tool/hose-clamps/ – Radiator: https://wayofwood/tool/radiator/ – Silent Fan: https://wayofwood/tool/silent-fan/ – Temperature sensor: https://wayofwood/tool/temperature-sensor/ – Arduino Nano: https://wayofwood/tool/arduino-nano/ – OLED Display: […]
The documentation is now ready! https://furtherfabrication/resources?category=Y1200 In this episode of the DIY CO2 Laser Cutter / Engraver Build Series, I build the Z-axis lifting mechanism for the bed frame. Then drink too much coffee and decide to keep going with getting motor mounts and the timing belts on. BTS and more info: instagram/further_fabrication/ furtherfabrication/ Music: […]
With careful planning you can significantly increase the thickness you can cut with a cheap laser cutter. At least 1/2″ with a 50W laser is possible. Tip- If you don’t have your x=0, y=0 axis indexed like I do in the video, you can just tape down thick cardboard or something to the table and […]
Documentation for the Y-1200 Laser: https://furtherfabrication/resources?category=Laser If you’ve already got a copy of the documentation and would like this updated version, you can send me an email with your Order Number. rob@furtherfabrication One day I’ll figure out a more high-tech way to do updates, but this’ll have to do for now. Follow me on Instagram […]
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In this review, we will go over 10 things we learned from a cheap 20W laser engraver, a machine that is currently on sale for less than $200 on the Internet. Stuff We Used: https://amzn.to/35yXlWR Brand Name: KKMOON/ VIGO Tech VG7 Engraving Area:330 * 190mm / 13.0 * 7.5in Model Number: BX20 Formats: jpg / […]
The last couple of weeks, I’ve been getting to know my new Y-400 laser cutter, and I have been trying out different methods to hold items on the laser cutter. Of course, it is possible to ignore fixturing your work on a laser cutter! Just go ahead and cut it! It will work just fine! […]
Designingplex 3d models for the laser: In this video we will design 3D objects for the laser cutter using FreeCAD and create a simple mounting bracket. BLOG: https://wayofwood/laser-cutting-cad-design-with-freecad/ OTHER RELATED VIDEOS: * Cooling Unit for the K40: https://youtu.be/QGLmjkuL-Gc * CAD design for the laser cutter with Inkscape: https://youtu.be/kjfCNDXylog DOWNLOAD THE LC INTERLOCKING WORKBENCH: https://github/execuc/LCInterlocking ======= […]
This week we talk shop on the laser cutter. Disclaimer: Laser Cutters can be very dangerous. This is not intended to be a guide or a how-to video. Use at your own risk. Patreon page: https://patreon/PhysicsAnonymous If you would rather get us something specific, use our Amazon wishlist and we will open your gift on […]
