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--- projects:laser_cutter [2020/04/18 22:17] – [Software] hibby
+++ projects:laser_cutter [2022/12/03 18:03] (current) – andy
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 ====== Laser Cutter ======
 ===== Location =====
-  * On top of a built-in desk, under the middle window, in the upper floor room.
+  * Next to the 3D Printers
-====== Hazards ====
+===== Hazards ===
   * ''Fumes from lased materials.'' The kit should be well ventilated when in use.
   * ''High intensity laser light.'' The laser should not be viewed with the naked eye when in operation.
   * ''Heat.'' The kit will release heat when in use and should be cooled and monitored.
-== Notes ==
-  * The hardware is a KH-3020 'Laser Engraving Machine'.
-  * Dimensions: Width 810mm x depth 510mm x height 260mm (at highest)
-  * The note 'Vinyl: 80mm/s 50%' is written on the machine's body
-  * It is currently water-cooled via water piped though an ice bath.
-  * The cut size is approx A4.
-  * Ventilation is achieved via a fan and a length of approx 3m of large tubing that exits the machine rear
-  * A new cooling solution is in development, together with a provision for better ventilation.
-===== Current progress =====
+===== Current State =====
-It was proposed that the cutter is moved to under the left-side window, near to entrance to the floor toilet since entilation and cooling is a better fit here
-<gallery>
+In place
-File:Cutter proprosed.jpg|Wireframe shown includes rear fanblock
-File:Laser cutter installed.jpg|Test-fitted on wooded shelving
-File:Laser cutter rear.jpg|Position of vents relative to window (that now opens unimpeded)
-</gallery>
-====Current State====
+===== TODO =====
-The cutter is currently inoperative but has been moved to the window location where a shelf has been installed. Nordin is currently measuring up a panel that will house the external-facing fans/vents under the window pane and will email progress to the maillist.
-===== Software =====
+  * Fix laser issue - [[https://lists.57north.org.uk/mailman3/hyperkitty/list/57north-discuss@lists.57north.org.uk/thread/Z4ADFBYKVDTL5YQCNAQZAL7AZIRCH7OS/]]
-We have successfully driven the laser with [[https://www.scorchworks.com/K40whisperer/k40whisperer.html]].
-{{tag>projects active resources tools infrastructure electronics}}
+===== Notes =====
+  * The hardware is a Trotec Speedy100
+  * The maximum size of a sheet to cut is 610 x 305 mm
+  * Typically create designs in [[https://inkscape.org/|Inkscape]]
+  * In your design, use hairline red for cutting and black for engraving
+  * The manual [[https://wiki.57north.org.uk/lib/exe/fetch.php?media=projects:operating-manual-speedy-100r-8063-en-us.pdf|operating-manual-speedy-100r-8063-en-us.pdf]]
+  * Service manual {{ :projects:speedy_servicemauual.pdf |}}
+  * The laser cutter is powered by a [[https://www.iradionlaser.com/en/ceramic-co2-laser-tubes/infinity-series-50-120-watt|Iradion Infinity Series - 50-120 Watt]] Model 156F-ETN
+The focus guide sits on the laser cutter like so...
+{{:projects:laser_cutter_focus_guide.jpg?400|}}
+==== Software ====
+The software to drive the cutter is on the associated laptop.
+==== Links ====
+  * Some useful notes [[https://edutechwiki.unige.ch/en/Trotec_Speedy_100R]]
+  * Trotec samples and examples [[https://www.troteclaser.com/en-us/learn-support/laser-projects]]
+  *
+===== Photos =====
+{{:projects:laser_cutter_med.jpg}}
+{{tag>resources tools making}}