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== Feeds and Speeds ==
 
== Feeds and Speeds ==
 
Different materials and thicknesses will require different cut speed and power. Table below is a good starting point for some common materials.
 
Different materials and thicknesses will require different cut speed and power. Table below is a good starting point for some common materials.
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===Engraving===
  
 
== Safety ==
 
== Safety ==

Revision as of 03:31, 10 December 2014

Location

The big red thing in the common area.

Features

  • 60 watt
  • Water cooled
  • 700mm x 500mm cut area

Feeds and Speeds

Different materials and thicknesses will require different cut speed and power. Table below is a good starting point for some common materials.

Cutting

Material Power (%) Speed (mm/s) Notes
5mm Wood
1/2in Wood
3/4in Wood

Engraving

Safety

Manuals

Consumables

  • Mirrors $$$
  • Laser Tube $$$$$

Authorized Users

Ben Brett