Laser Cutter

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Theory / Background

Laser / Power Supply

Good notes on controlling the intensity of the laser with PWM - Laser Power Settings Via PWM Can Fool You

Optics

Linear Motion

Electronics

Potential arduino shield to use with LasaurGrbl - LasaurShield

Software

Potential controller software based on Grbl- LasaurGrbl

Build Notes

The laser cutter being built is based around the laser cutter on Buildlog.net

To Do List

Buy/build shaft couplers for y-axis
Buy honeycomb surface
Buy large z-axis gear
Buy Pololu motor drivers
Specify limit switches
Buy limit switches
Cut 1/4" aluminum rod stock to 12" & 14" sections for y-axis shafts
Machine air assist nozzle
Build roll around table
Determine electronics setup

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