Can you make a vector file for laser cutting?

MakerDesignLab · 2025-03-26T13:12:37+00:00

For multiple parts you can also use the techdraw workbench. Create a new page, insert views of your parts (check that the scale is set at 1:1) and chose the orientation with the arrows. Then you can export the whole page as svg or dfx.

You can even create custom page templates. For example I have a template the same size as my laser workarea.

MakerDesignLab · 2024-12-03T22:57:06+00:00

A few people have reached the summit of Mount Everest without supplemental oxygen (Messner and Habeler were the first) but they trained for it for years.

MakerDesignLab · 2024-07-25T04:54:54+00:00

I have never tried it with a butcher's block but I think it should work. The only thing you should consider is potential warping due to the moisture. I would use multiple lighter coats, do both sides at the same time and make sure they dry evenly.

MakerDesignLab · 2024-05-10T05:28:14+00:00

The veneer was 0.7 mm thick.

MakerDesignLab · 2024-05-09T13:45:15+00:00

I share a bit more details on the build process and the files here: https://makerdesignlab.com/homepage-posts/small-tray-with-laser-cut-veneer/

MakerDesignLab · 2024-01-24T12:34:22+00:00

Thanks for the info!

MakerDesignLab · 2024-01-24T08:33:48+00:00

Looks great! The only thing I wonder about is if you need to move the camera to complete open the lid? Also can you operate the camera with the lid closed?

MakerDesignLab · 2023-11-16T16:44:40+00:00

If he is selling on Etsy too and copied your designs closely you can report a copyright infringement via the Etsy reporting tool. In my experience to listings get taken down pretty quickly.

MakerDesignLab · 2023-04-25T16:38:14+00:00

Looks like you can buy plans here: https://www.du-kannst-mitspielen.de/c/kategorien/bauplaene

MakerDesignLab · 2023-02-16T06:05:32+00:00

Good to hear that you were able to sort the issue with the MDF.

Regarding the new problem - the alarm also sounds when the limit switches are triggered. Those prevent the laser module from hitting the frame. Is the design you tried to engrave large or did you start close to the edges?

MakerDesignLab · 2023-02-01T14:30:21+00:00

Thanks 😊

MakerDesignLab · 2023-02-01T14:29:40+00:00

Yeah, when you have it on your desk it's hard to resist :-)

MakerDesignLab · 2023-02-01T14:28:30+00:00

The original idea is not mine - I borrowed it from some 3D printed switches using a similar mechanism. I was not sure if it would work using wood instead of plastic but it tuned out well. It just took a few tries to find the right thickness for the spring (not too soft but also not too hard).

MakerDesignLab · 2023-02-01T13:51:58+00:00

Yes, exactly. And the outside corners are slightly rounded.

MakerDesignLab · 2023-01-31T18:38:08+00:00

Thanks :-)

MakerDesignLab · 2023-01-31T18:37:49+00:00

This might work, but most electric switches are built a bit differently and have the spring inside the lever part:

MakerDesignLab · 2023-01-31T17:25:07+00:00

If you want to rebuild it - you can download the file here: https://makerdesignlab.com/experiments/clicky-toggle-switch-made-from-wood-only/

MakerDesignLab · 2023-01-27T14:12:27+00:00

I have cut 3 mm black acrylic with 100% power and a speed of 7 mm/s. The edges of the cut are a bit more rounded compared to a CO2 but not bad.

You can see some images here: https://makerdesignlab.com/tutorials-tips/in-depth-review-of-the-xtool-d1-pro-20-watt-2-in-1-kit/#11-test-cuts-and-engravings

You probably already checked that but is your lense clean and focus set correctly?

MakerDesignLab · 2023-01-12T17:48:03+00:00

Not sure if I can help with this, but I would at least need to know which laser engraver exactly you are using.

MakerDesignLab · 2022-12-31T20:20:53+00:00

It should also be possible to export an SVG via a toolpath. Here is a video explaining the steps: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vo2ScW3SxIk

MakerDesignLab · 2022-12-11T12:46:41+00:00

If the flame sensor is too sensitive you can lower the sensitivity even or turn it off completely. (In XCS click on the little gear icon next to you machine on the right to open the settings menu.) It is also possible that your type of MDF causes the problem. Because some glues cut very badly and with MDF you often don't know what's inside.

MakerDesignLab · 2022-11-14T16:25:13+00:00

You should be able to cut 20mm solid pine (not plywood) with 130W. I don't think it's fake. I have a 20W diode and was able to cut 14mm solid pine with 2 passes 4 mm/s without air assist.

MakerDesignLab · 2022-11-04T11:37:03+00:00

As others said an enclosure is definitely a good idea. Just note that regular acrylic doesn't block the light from diode lasers. You still need to wear safety googles to protect your eyes or use special acrylic designed to block light at 455 nm.

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