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Required - Prior to first use  e-mail info@cedarvalleymakers.org and request a free machine level orientation
Boss LS3655 Laser
48 X 36 with pass through

Know how to create a digital design file

Maker skills -

What is gcode?

Making the cut.

You can request free access to this tool when working on projects with school age children
info@cedarvalleymakers.org

This tool was purchased thanks in part by BlackHawk Gaming.

Setting up your project for success

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Get started by asking for free in person orientation.  The following documents are a great resource as you hone your skills.

Manuafacturers resources and guides
Boss Material Laser Settings 100Watt 
Boss LS 3655 Operators Manual - 

Operations manual includes intructions for Lightburn, which can be used to design simple projects and also works as the laser control interface

Digital Design for laser projects
Inkscape - Free open source
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MakerCase.io is a very popular web tool that allows you to quickly create a box or project enclosure file, which can then be opened in inkscape or another design program for further customization.

Raster Engraving

The following is good information on engraving .  The make and model is different than the Boss LS3655 , so make some test cuts to determine the best results before committing them to youir project. CVM has a higher power CO2 laser so power and speed settings may vary for same results.  See the material setting link above and select 100 Watt as the starting point  from the BOSS material guide.

Image Prep             1:56 Video
Wood                   14:00 Video
Acrylic                  17:00 Video
Leather                21:20 Video
Stone                   23:45 Video
Glass                   27:00 Video
Ceramics          29:21 Video
Metals                30:21 Video
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