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== Orientation ==
== Orientation ==
The order of this document is to give some basic information of our laser cutting capabilities, and to serve as a repository for notes given during orientation. This is not a replacement for an orientation, only a helpful set of notes!
The order of this document is to give some basic information of our laser cutting capabilities, and to serve as a repository for notes given during orientation. '''This is not a replacement for an orientation, only a helpful set of notes!'''
Do not operate any power equipment if you are under the influence of anything, in a hurry, are tired, or are not feeling well.
Do not operate any power equipment if you are under the influence of anything, in a hurry, are tired, or are not feeling well.
Inspect the equipment before using it.
Inspect the equipment before using it.
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==== Orientation Notes ====
==== Orientation Notes ====
See page: [[Thunder Nova_Laser|Thunder Nova Laser]]<br>
See page: [[Thunder Nova_Laser|Thunder Nova Laser]]<br>
=== Wiseley Fiber Laser ===
=== Wiseley Fiber Laser ===
==== Laser Overview ====
*Engraving Area: 100x100, 200x200 (dependent on lens installed)
*Wattage: 60w
*Great for: engraving and marking metals and polymers
*Orientation required: '''yes'''
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==== Orientation Notes ====
*Open and create a design using Lightburn
See page: [[Fiber Laser|Wisely Fiber Laser]]
*Make sure you set the ventilation system to -10
*Turn the Laser On using the keys
*Set your passes, speed, q-pulse, power, frequency, and interval
*Send the frame over to the machine
*Put your metal material within the frame
*Make sure the Laser is far enough away from the machine, using the button beside the machine
*Close the door on the machine
*Hit go on light burn
*After it is finished, carefully get it out of the machine by its sides (Be careful, because the metal could be hot)
If you have any issues with Clean Room equipment, the slack channels associated with this space include: #general, ##general, #shop-3d-printing, and #shop-laser.
Orientation
The order of this document is to give some basic information of our laser cutting capabilities, and to serve as a repository for notes given during orientation. This is not a replacement for an orientation, only a helpful set of notes!
Do not operate any power equipment if you are under the influence of anything, in a hurry, are tired, or are not feeling well.
Inspect the equipment before using it.
Equipment
Thunder USA CO2 Laser Cutter (Thunder Nova 51/100)
Laser Overview
Engraving Area: 51.2" x 35.4" x 9.1"
Wattage: 100w
Max recommended cutting thickness: 3/8" with standard head
