Tag Archives: Basics

3018 Pro – Basics for Laser Engraving

In this episode we look at some of the basics for engraving with your laser on the 3018Pro. In this video I only use free software. I will be making another video in the future using Lightburn which is a more advance piece of software that is paid for. GIMP download: https://gimp.org/downloads/ Files: https://1drv.ms/u/s!AuoE9S3Cr4VZgpcRbtAtzm9KIQKbNw?e=S5GU2A 5.5w […]

How To Cut Acrylic | Laser Cutting Acrylic Basics | Cast vs. Extruded Acrylic

This week James is back, and he will be going through the basics of laser cutting acrylic. He’ll give you some tips and tricks on the differences between cast and extruded acrylic, the amount of hertz you might need, going in and out of focus when engraving and much more! —————————————————————————————————– BOOK JAMES TO COME […]

Ep9: Finished? The DIY CO2 Laser Cutter / Engraver Build Series

Documentation for the Y-1200 Laser: https://furtherfabrication/resources?category=Y1200 Documentation for the Y-400 Laser: https://furtherfabrication/resources?category=Y400 In this episode of the DIY CO2 Laser Cutter / Engraver Build Series we finish up all the little jobs I’ve still got left to do before I can call itplete. https://instagram/further_fabrication/ //It should go without saying that electricity and lasers are dangerous. […]

Inkscape For Laser Cutting, Beginners Tutorial

For vector drawing, the kind which defines the cuts a laser cutter will make, you can’t beat Inkscape for the price. It’s fairly easy to use and allows for some robust design. In this video I introduce you to some key concepts that will help you get started. Download Inkscape Here: https://inkscape.org/ Join our mailing […]

Ep4: Starting the Electronics. The DIY CO2 Laser Cutter / Engraver Build Series

The documentation is now ready! https://furtherfabrication/resources?category=Y1200 In this episode of the DIY CO2 Laser Cutter / Engraver Build Series, I get started on the electronics by getting the X and Y axis moving around. Then I draw a pretty picture. BTS and more info: instagram/further_fabrication/ furtherfabrication/ //It should go without saying that electricity is dangerous. […]

Ep6: Laser Beam Mirror Alignment. The DIY CO2 Laser Cutter / Engraver Build Series

The documentation is now ready! https://furtherfabrication/resources?category=Y1200 instagram/further_fabrication In this episode of the DIY CO2 Laser Cutter / Engraver Build Series, I focus (get it?) on aligning the laser beam. I made this a standalone episode so it’s easy to reference and if you already know how, just feel free to skip it and you won’t […]

Ep1: Design Features and Starting the Frame // The DIY Laser Cutter Build Series

The documentation is now ready! https://furtherfabrication/resources?category=Y1200 We’re kicking off the first episode by taking a look at the design features of the CO2 Laser Cutter, then we jump into getting started building the frame. BTS and more info: instagram/further_fabrication/ furtherfabrication/ Fusion 360: autodesk/products/fusion-360/overview UCZ72zDm2feverqV7qAbNH7Q laser cutter machine #Ep1 #Design #Features #Starting #Frame #DIY #Laser #Cutter […]

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How does laser marking work – Basics explained

Lasermarking is used to create contrasts on a work piece. It lets you mark codes, numbers and images onto different materials. Flexiblity is the main advantage of using a laser: You can label mark a wide range of different sizes and materials. Lasers are often used to create a color change on the material to […]