Difference between revisions of "Lasers"
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Hyrel offers 40w and 80w CO<sub>2</sub> lasers on some of our Hydra models. | Hyrel offers 40w and 80w CO<sub>2</sub> lasers on some of our Hydra models. | ||
=== Hyrel Specific === | |||
*[http://hyrel3d.net/wiki/index.php/Videos Flashing Firmware on the Modified CO2 Laser Controller] | |||
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GCzPw4FOG8c Draining Laser Coolant on the Hyrel Hydra] | |||
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YRsyEGHyt3k DXF to Laser Gcode Generation] | |||
=== Laser Alignment === | |||
Below are great videos about laser alignment in very similar setups: | |||
#[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vl6QKlwRKlk RDWorks] | |||
#[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pw8Ro2vEEzY ThunderLaser] | |||
#[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wY5D27TQwZI BossLaser] | |||
=== Informational Videos === | === Informational Videos === | ||
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#[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PUdEUxJH2_o Focal Distance and Power Analysis] | #[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PUdEUxJH2_o Focal Distance and Power Analysis] | ||
#[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GNV0JUJXdvk Modifications and Recommendations from a Year of Use] | #[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GNV0JUJXdvk Modifications and Recommendations from a Year of Use] | ||
== Diode Lasers == | == Diode Lasers == | ||
Revision as of 11:47, 27 July 2017
Lasers: Exciting!
Also, dangerous.
Only safety-conscious adults should operate lasers of any kind.
CO2 Lasers
Hyrel offers 40w and 80w CO2 lasers on some of our Hydra models.
Hyrel Specific
- Flashing Firmware on the Modified CO2 Laser Controller
- Draining Laser Coolant on the Hyrel Hydra
- DXF to Laser Gcode Generation
Laser Alignment
Below are great videos about laser alignment in very similar setups:
Informational Videos
Below are links to some VERY helpful videos from a gentleman named Russ, who purchased a laser engraver very similar to ours. In these videos, he shares his experiences, advice, and safety tips. While some of what Russ explains does not apply to using lasers on Hyrel equipment, much of it does. Please watch all these videos, even if you don't feel you need the information. Safety first!
- Introduction to Laser Cutting
- Laser Theory and Safety Issues
- Software (n/a for Hyrel users)
- Initial Setup and Powerup
- Test Prints
- Focal Distance and Power Analysis
- Modifications and Recommendations from a Year of Use
Diode Lasers
While less powerful than CO2 lasers, diode lasers are still dangerous, and the same safety precautions apply.
Hyrel offers diode lasers in two configurations:
- LA6-450 and LA5-808 Laser Overview
- DXF to Laser Gcode Generation
- LA6-450: 6w, 450nm Diode Laser Head Intro
- LA5-808: 5w, 808nm Diode Laser Head Intro
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