Laser Cutter

Machine Information

• Owner: Backyard Brains
• Who Can Use: Roger S., Josh W., and Zach S. currently have experience running this LASER. Greg G., and Tim M. purchased it. Accordingly, they can do whatever they want with it ; )

Status: Not Operational

• We are in the process of installing this machine. Josh Williams is currently the primary contact for the installation process.

Steps to get it running

• Reconnect electronics (disconnected during leg removal)
• Go over LASER cutter, compare with manual.
• Install Tube
• Connect power to LASER Cutter: Boots
• Connect Air Compressor to LASER: Working
• Connect power to Chiller, connect alarm cable to laser: Works
• Test Jogging X/Y/Z
• Super brief test firing: Works
• Align Mirrors
• Figure out placement of computer/monitor
• Install lasercut software & test connection to laser
• Remove Metal Cutting Board (below honeycomb)
• Fix hood closing issue (catches on right side)
• Install hood handles
• Organize Air & Water Tubing
• Mount Air Compressor to floor
• Where is hole for ventilation?
• Where to exhaust to?
• How much to exhaust out of building (top)

Specific to install at AHA

• Water Chiller installed underneath laser. Pull laser forward ~4' in order to access. Be careful to avoid crushing or pulling out tubes for air & water
• Air Compressor installed underneath laser. Pull laser forward ~4' in order to access. Be careful to avoid crushing or pulling out tubes for air & water
• Currently two power strips are utilized, each connected to a separate circuit
  • The laser itself connects to the red spray painted outlet. This circuit is accessible from two other places within AHA. This should be avoided!
  • The Computer and Water chiller connect to the outlet adjacent to the red spray painted outlet. The blower will also likely be connected to this outlet

Old Information

Move from top of the stairwell to bottom

• Professional movers/riggers have been contacted by Josh.
• BYB willing to pay for service (~$600)

Build a filter

• Email thread started to finalize which filter to build
• BYB willing to cover costs (~$1,000)

Find out exactly where it's going downstairs

• Planning on Craft Area. Where does Craft area go?

Prep the area it's going in

• Find new location for Craft Area
• If filter requires hole through wall to boiler room (There may be pre-existing penetrations, ask Josh)

What was Ordered

Jinan TransonCNC 1490A in a 1490B shell. (It comes apart easier for the purpose of fitting through our front door)

• We have been told that everything is outfitted to run on standard 120ac (LASER Cutter, Chiller/Pump, and Exhaust)
• LASER Power Reci80W
• Weight: ~450 kg (1000 lbs)
• Equipment Dimension Top Half 175*131*42cm
• Equipment Dimension Bot Half 175*131*70cm
• Working Area 140cm*90cm
• Metal Slat Table
• Motorized up and down table
• honeycomb table
• Red Dot pointer
• Auto Focus
• Extra Reci80W (LASER Tube)
• Extra Lens & Mirror
• Extra Motion Card (Controller)
• Extra Belt - X Axis
• Extra Belt - Y Axis
• Extra Motorized up and Table Belt
• Extra Girdle Belt
• Extra X Motor
• Extra Y Motor
• Extra Z Motors (2)
• LASER Goggles
• CW3000 Water Chiller

Exhaust

• Exhaust Port: 68mm
• CFM ~512

Manuals

• Software Manual: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B9x4RIcqwUojamYxMkswT3EwUWtFVWpwMHpZM0ZRN2hyRFdr/edit?usp=sharing
• Machine Manual: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B9x4RIcqwUojbm5tdzI2ZnFmV291anZBS0RaZGlOVXQweUZz/edit?usp=sharing

Ongoing Maintenance Costs

Regularly Recurring

• Filters
• Activated Charcoal?
• de-ionized water
• LASER Tubes

Occasional

• Replacement Hardware on LASER (Motors, Belts, etc.)

Ongoing Maintenance

• Who is responsible for the work?
• Who is responsible for the costs?

Training

• TBD once we have the machine. See the manuals linked above for "What we know now"

Who can use

• This machine has been ordered by Backyard Brains. They will need to use it for BYB production purposes, but would love to see it used by trained members of AHA and help bring more members & income to the space.
• How does one get approval to use?
  • TBD