FULL SPECTRUM 90 WATT LASER
The Full Spectrum 90 Watt Laser cutter and engraver has a work area of 36" by 24". This laser can be used when you become a subscription member at Cedar Valley Makers. We offer a required machine orientation that is required before first use, and that orientation is available anytime as a refresher for free.
Please note that you can request free access to this tool when working on projects with school-age children, just email us at info@cedarvalleymakers.org.
Maker skills:
Learn how to create a digital design file, learn what gcode is, and determine the different requirements for cutting or engraving different types of material.
Resources:
The following documents and links are great references and can be used to learn more about the machine and techniques.
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Inkscape is a free, open-source digital design tool for laser projects
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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
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At CVM we are using LightBurn Control Software
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LightBurn Tutorials found here
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You can find good information on engraving, and even more specifically for the MUSE here
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Please note that CVM has a higher power CO2 laser, so power and speed settings may vary for the same results. Always test first!
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Learn how to use Gimp to prepare an image for better raster results here
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Raster engraving is something that can be done on this machine. The following video has good information on engraving.
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Please note that the make and model is different than the Full Spectrum 90 Watt Laser, so make some test cuts to determine the best results before committing them to your project.
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Important material information timestamps in the below video:
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Image Prep at 1:56
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Wood at 14:00
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Acrylic at 17:00
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Leather at 21:20
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Stone at 23:45
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Glas at 27:00
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Ceramics at 29:21
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Metals at 30:21
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