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===Software=== | ===Software=== | ||
* Potential controller software based on Grbl- [https://github.com/stefanix/LasaurGrbl LasaurGrbl] | * Potential controller software based on Grbl- [https://github.com/stefanix/LasaurGrbl LasaurGrbl] | ||
* Software to run on Mac/PC to send G-code to LasaurGrbl - [https://github.com/stefanix/LasaurApp LasaurApp] | |||
==Build Notes== | ==Build Notes== | ||
Revision as of 03:39, 20 October 2012
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
- Software to run on Mac/PC to send G-code to LasaurGrbl - LasaurApp
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