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*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GCzPw4FOG8c Draining Laser Coolant on the Hyrel Hydra]
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GCzPw4FOG8c Draining Laser Coolant on the Hyrel Hydra]
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tz6mRSkOaSk LA6-450 and LA5-808 Laser Overview]
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tz6mRSkOaSk LA6-450 and LA5-808 Laser Overview]
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OceUiuTixPA LA6-450: 6w, 450nm Diode Laser Head]
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YRsyEGHyt3k DXF to Laser Gcode Generation]
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YRsyEGHyt3k DXF to Laser Gcode Generation]
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0lpa4nENtyQ LA5-808 "Shark V" Diode Laser]
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OceUiuTixPA LA6-450: 6w, 450nm Diode Laser Head Intro]
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0lpa4nENtyQ LA5-808: 5w, 808nm Diode Laser Head Intro]


== Diode Lasers ==
== Diode Lasers ==

Revision as of 11:19, 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.

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!

  1. Introduction to Laser Cutting
  2. Laser Theory and Safety Issues
  3. Software (n/a for Hyrel users)
  4. Initial Setup and Powerup
  5. Test Prints
  6. Focal Distance and Power Analysis
  7. Modifications and Recommendations from a Year of Use
  8. How to Realign your Mirrors

Hyrel Specific

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:

  • The LA5-808: a 5 watt, 808 nanometer (red) laser
  • The LA6-450: a 6 watt, 450 nanometer (blue) laser