I was lucky enough to test out and show off the brand new XTool D1 Pro 20w diode laser. During my initial test I ran into some that cut my testing way shorter than I expected, though even with just a few test cuts I am blow away by what this amount of laser power […]
Ortur just sent me their latest laser, the Laser Master 2 Pro, so lets see what it can do! We’ll try cutting and engraving various materials, and run some tests with Lightburn. Did you make something after watching this video? If so, I’d love to see it! Please tag me on Instagram @full_steam_designs and Facebook […]
Free cut files and guide from my website: Today I’ll take you through my workflow when designing an object for Laser Cutting. If you’d like to know more about building your own Laser Cutter, I’ve got a whole series on it that you can check out: Instagram: Further Fabrication #Design #Laser #Cutting #CAD #Workflow
What is the Full Spectrum Muse 3D desktop laser? We get into this desktop laser cutter and engraver and compare it to my cheaper 50W Chinese import laser. This is the 45W version that can easily cut wood, acrylic, leather, and paper plus engrave on glass and stone. The killer feature is the 3D camera, […]
Want to learn how to improve laser engrave images? It’s easy to go from-run-of-the-mill laser engraving of photo images to images that really pop off the material. There’s a cheap and effective secret to make this happen using common material you can buy at grocery or hardware stores and with a simple coating on the […]
Check out the new Laserbox from Makeblock. This laser cutter and engraver with a built in camera can scan and cut even without a computer. We go over some of these features and compare it to the Glowforge. Like most 40 watt lasers it can cut and engrave wood, acrylics, cardboard, leather and paper. We […]
25 lasered products and ideas of products I’ve made and sold. having and running my custom product line has allowed me to leave my career as a teacher and go full tike as a maker. I hope this inspires you to see a small portion of what the world of lasering is capable of. link […]
Product Designs and my Laser Cutter Documentation: Hey everyone! Hope you’re all doing ok in these challenging times. In this video I talk about my experience making money and running a small side business using a laser cutter. Instagram: source
While I’m waiting for parts to arrive I thought it would be a good idea to do a quick video on the basics of CO2 Laser Cutters. I briefly cover the topics. What is a Laser Cutter; How does it work; What types of material can it cut; Why you want to DIY Build your […]
Recently Makers Workshop got an upgrade, a Laguna EX 150 watt Laser Cutter. I wanted to take on a project that would really maximize this laser cutter’s full potential, so I decided to tackle a laser cut furniture piece, specifically a walnut laser cut desk… and then my daughter asked if she could use my […]