Author Archive: WayofWood

Improved Cooling for the K40 Laser Cutter

Improved Cooling for the K40 Laser Cutter

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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

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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: https://wayofwood/tool/oled-display/
– Flow Sensor: https://wayofwood/tool/flow-sensor/
– Passive Buzzer: https://wayofwood/tool/passive-buzzer/
– Hose adapter: https://wayofwood/tool/hose-adapter/
– Resistors: https://wayofwood/tool/resistors/
– K40 Chinese laser: https://wayofwood/tool/k40-chinese-laser/
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Laser cutter CAD design with FreeCAD

Laser cutter CAD design with FreeCAD

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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

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#Laser #cutter #CAD #design #FreeCAD

Paper art on the K40 laser cutter

Paper art on the K40 laser cutter

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Paper laser cutting how to: In this video we are cutting paper on the K40 laser cutter. From heavy paper we are cutting a decorative piece of art the hang on the wall.

BLOG: http://wayofwood/paper-art-on-the-k40-laser-cutter

K40 LASER SETUP VIDEO: https://youtu.be/G5vTZGL-UBA
MORE LASER CUTTING PROJECTS: https://youtu.be/vHgqBYTj67U

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Tools:
– K40 Chinese laser: https://wayofwood/tool/k40-chinese-laser/
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#Paper #art #K40 #laser #cutter

DIY Laser Cutter Air Filter

DIY Laser Cutter Air Filter

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DYI air filter for the K40: In this video we create a DIY air filter for the K40 laser cutter.
It is build from easily accessible materials and much cheaper than themercial versions.

BLOG: http://wayofwood/diy-air-filter-for-the-laser-cutter

AIR INTAKE ON THINGIVERSE: https://thingiverse/thing:4115273

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Tools/Supplies Used:
– Axial fan: https://wayofwood/tool/axial-fan/
– G4 filter: https://wayofwood/tool/g4-filter/
– F7 air filter: https://wayofwood/tool/f7-air-filter/
– F9 air filter: https://wayofwood/tool/f9-air-filter/
– Activated carbon: https://wayofwood/tool/activated-carbon/
– Door rubber seal: https://wayofwood/tool/door-rubber-seal/
– Round rubber seal: https://wayofwood/tool/round-rubber-seal/
– Toggle latch: https://wayofwood/tool/toggle-latch/
– Festool Rotex 90: https://wayofwood/tool/festool-rotex-90/
– Prebena pneumatic nailer 2XR: https://wayofwood/tool/prebena-pneumatic-nailer-2xr/
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#DIY #Laser #Cutter #Air #Filter

Laser engraver for 80€ – is a 3000mW laser worth the money?

Laser engraver for 80€ – is a 3000mW laser worth the money?

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In this video we review a cheap 3000mW laser engraver for around 80 bucks.
We want to test what it is able to cut and add some important safety features.

BLOG: https://wayofwood/review-3000mw-laser-engraver-from-china/

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Tools/Supplies:
– 3000mW Laser Engraver: https://wayofwood/tool/3000mw-laser-engraver/
– Laser protection glasses 3000mW laser: https://wayofwood/tool/laser-protection-glasses-3000mw-laser/
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#Laser #engraver #3000mW #laser #worth #money

10 new laser cutter projects in 2020

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More projects with the K40 laser cutter: In this video we go over the
most recent smaller projects that are not large enough to justify a dedicated
project video.

Look into the blog post for links to the svg files:

BLOG: http://wayofwood/10-new-laser-cutter-projects

INDIVIDUAL PROJECTS:

00:12 Cable organizer
00:40 Stamps
01:02 Boxes, boxes and more boxes
01:38 Toy dog house
02:26 Advent calendar
03:03 Organizers
03:32 Christmas Ornaments
03:54 Wargaming / RPG building
04:30 Maker Dice
05:00 Star Wars Light box

10 LASERCUTTING PROJECT (2018): https://youtu.be/vHgqBYTj67U

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Tools/Supplies Used:
– K40 Chinese laser: https://wayofwood/tool/k40-chinese-laser/
– Laser protection glasses: https://wayofwood/tool/laser-protection-glasses/
– Grip trainer set: https://wayofwood/tool/grip-trainer-set/
– Blank wooden dice: https://wayofwood/tool/blank-wooden-dice/
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laser cutter

#laser #cutter #projects