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[[Category:Lasers]]
[[Category:Lasers]]
The Trotec SP500 was Trotecs speediest laser once! This laser boasts 100 watts of output.
[[File:SP500.jpg|frameless|right]]This is our most versatile laser laser. It's excellent for cutting wood up to <Y> inch thick. This can also handle cast acrylic sheets, EVA foam, plywood, wood, and many other materials safely!
{| class="wikitable"
|+Equipment Specifications
!Power (watts)
|120
|-
|'''Wavelength'''
|10.6 µm
|-
|'''Working area'''
|1245 x 710 mm (49 x 28 in)
|-
|'''Loading Area'''
|1420 x 820 mm (56 x 32 in)
|-
|'''Max Load'''
|40 lbs, even load over the whole working area
|-
|'''Power Draw'''
|Max. 5.6 kW
|}
 
=== Trainers ===
=== Trainers ===
* See '''Ryan''' for training.
* See '''Ryan''' for training.
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=== Safety Rules ===
=== Safety Rules ===
* This model is primarily focused for engraving. Cutting materials in this laser tends to cause excessive smoke, or sometimes fire.
* [[Laser Approved Material|Only attempt these materials]] or '''PLEASE''' ask prior to using new stuff.
* [[Laser Approved Material|Only attempt these materials]] or '''PLEASE''' ask prior to using new stuff.
* Keep area clear of debris, cutoff pieces and other hazards.
* Keep area clear of debris, cutoff pieces and other hazards.
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== Operating Procedures ==
== Operating Procedures ==


=== Max Power Setting ===
=== Startup ===
Set the power to no more than 85% to protect the tubes life. Going over this value causes the tube excessive wear and heat degradation.
 
==== Cold Start (Rare) ====
 
# x


=== Startup (Cold start) ===
==== Warm Start ====


* Power on the machine from the back left toggle switch
# x
** You should expect machine to startup and calibrate the head to 0,0 (top left) while the bed goes to the bottom (may require the lid interlock to start this sequence.)
* Turn on the circuit breaker for SP500 to power the tube.
* '''Remember to use the exhaust fan (power strip) when you start this laser!'''


=== Shutting Down ===
=== Shutting Down ===
#x
##


==== NOTE: Leave the tube circuit breaker on 5 minutes to protect equipment life ====
=== Common Troubleshooting ===


* Just after finishing, the tube is very hot. To maximize tube life, run the circuit breaker 5 minutes after completing your work to maximize the tube health and longevity. It's free to you, and ensures the hourly charge stay as low as possible in the future. Our tube system is just air-cooled, heat is the enemy like in a video projector. The extra cooling time helps a lot!
===== Problem 1: Laser keypad controls stop working, fan stops running =====
'''Shutdown sequence is no specific order (besides the breaker):'''


# Turn off the laser unit in the back/rear left.
====== Solution 1: Hit the power icon face on the laser keypad controls to wake the machine up. ======
# Turn off the workstation power strip for the exhaust fan.
# Clean up laser bed of debris.
# Close Trotec / any open work you have.
# Wait 5 minutes
## Turn off the circuit breaker after the tube is cooled.


=== Common Troubleshooting ===
The machine goes into a power save mode when inactive.
 
===== Problem 1: Lost connection with laser =====
 
====== Solution 1: Log out of the computer user, and log back in again ======


===== Problem 1: Start the laser, but it doesn't fire - it just tracks my work... =====
You'll need to log out, or reboot Windows and log back in again and restart the software.


====== Solution 1: Open and Close the Lid Interlock ======
== Manuals and Documents ==


# Click the stop button in Ruby.
* [https://www.troteclaser.com/static/pdf/sp500/Technical_Datasheet_SP500_en.pdf Technical Datasheet]
# Just open and close the laser lid.
# Start the laser again.


There is a safety switch interlock on the tube (to ensure the lid isn't open while on.) If you turned on the tube last minute, you probably didn't trigger the interlock switch. It will move as-if its operating, but the laser emits zero power for safety. The back of the laser tube LED light will even blink pink (nothing is happening), and the bill timer will still be progressing normally. You are billed for this time, so just stop quickly to prevent extra charges.
*


== Software ==
== Computer Software ==


* [[Guides/Ruby|Trotec Ruby]]
* [[Guides/Ruby|Trotec Ruby]]

Latest revision as of 03:53, 15 May 2023

SP500.jpg

This is our most versatile laser laser. It's excellent for cutting wood up to <Y> inch thick. This can also handle cast acrylic sheets, EVA foam, plywood, wood, and many other materials safely!

Equipment Specifications
Power (watts) 120
Wavelength 10.6 µm
Working area 1245 x 710 mm (49 x 28 in)
Loading Area 1420 x 820 mm (56 x 32 in)
Max Load 40 lbs, even load over the whole working area
Power Draw Max. 5.6 kW

Trainers

  • See Ryan for training.

Getting Help

  • The Trainers will answer questions on the operation of the laser cutter.
  • If you have a concern, just ask, it's cheaper then replacing equipment!
  • Design help not actually included, but sometimes we know and can help!

Safety Rules

  • Only attempt these materials or PLEASE ask prior to using new stuff.
  • Keep area clear of debris, cutoff pieces and other hazards.
  • Take your time. Accidents happen because someone is in too big of a hurry.
  • Think about what you are doing. If something seems unsafe, it probably is. If there is any flame it's always unsafe!
  • If you see flames between the lens and your work, stop the equipment until you can isolate the issue.
  • If your work is catching on fire, melting, or similar stop the equipment until you can isolate the issue.
  • Leave the space as clean as you found it. If you find it in a messy state, please contact Ryan or Zack describing the mess, date, and time, and then please be extra awesome and clean up after those before you.

Operating Procedures

Startup

Cold Start (Rare)

  1. x

Warm Start

  1. x

Shutting Down

  1. x

Common Troubleshooting

Problem 1: Laser keypad controls stop working, fan stops running
Solution 1: Hit the power icon face on the laser keypad controls to wake the machine up.

The machine goes into a power save mode when inactive.

Problem 1: Lost connection with laser
Solution 1: Log out of the computer user, and log back in again

You'll need to log out, or reboot Windows and log back in again and restart the software.

Manuals and Documents

Computer Software

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