Why are custom laser cut maps so hard to make?

Why are custom laser cut maps so hard to make?

One of my biggest motivations in getting a laser cutter was to create custom maps. Turns out the actual laser part wasn’t the hardest to figure out. It was creating a digital file. Enter GIS software. We dive into a full tutorial on how you can create custom maps that are styled just how you...

445nm Laser Engraver / CNC Machine

445nm Laser Engraver / CNC Machine

Arduino based Laser Engraver More information about the machine is available on Instructables: http://instructables.com/id/Arduino-Laser-Engraver/ More pictures at: getburnt.weebly.com Also, visit the Obrary blog for some laser engraving tips: http://blog.obrary.com/tips-for-a-diy-laser Major Components: – 1x 445nm Laser Diode (1.5-2W) – 2x 16mm Ballscrews (400mm length, C7 rating) – 4x 16mm Linear bearings on 16mm shafts – 2x...

Laser Engraving Wood Coasters – CNC Laser Woodworking Project

Laser Engraving Wood Coasters – CNC Laser Woodworking Project

Using a Full Spectrum Laser Hobby 20×12 to make a set of Wooden Coasters and Coaster Holder out of 1/4″ plywood. Blog Post with detailed plans: http://fixthisbuildthat.com/how-to-make-laser-engraved-wood-coasters/ Project sponsored by Rockler __________ SUBSCRIBE to my channel here: https://youtube.com/c/fixthisbuildthat?sub_confirmation=1 Fix This Build That PO Box 680433 Franklin, TN 37068 __________ FOLLOW ME on Social Media: Instagram...

Engraving a City Map with a Laser Cutter

Engraving a City Map with a Laser Cutter

It used to be very difficult to get a clean digital image of a city map that could be laser engraved onto materials. Now, there are lots of free options available online where you can export a high quality map and follow a few simple steps to get a laser ready city map for cutting...

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