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[[Category:Lasers]]
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[[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 ===
== Welcome ==
* See '''Ryan''' for training.
Welcome to the Laser Zone! This zone is solely for the laser cutter.
 
== Training ==
* When Authorized to use tools, it means you have been authorized by a trainer to use the laser. Authorization refers to the unique things that are required of a user at KMS, one knows how to use the tool, maintain it, where parts and tools unique to the tool are kept, and the proper condition to leave it in.
* Full Access allows operators to utilize the equipment without supervision.
* Limited Access allows operators to utilize the equipment once the project setup has been verified.
 
=== Office Hours ===
* 2nd and 4th Mondays of the Month at 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
 
=== List of Trainers ===
* See list at the bottom of the page.


=== Getting Help ===
=== Getting Help ===
* The Trainers will answer questions on the operation of the laser cutter.
* The Trainers will answer questions on the operation of the laser cutter.
* Designing work is not included. If you need help with your design, there will be an additional charge set by the person helping.
* 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 ==
=== Safety Rules ===
* [[Laser Approved Material|Only cut these materials]]
* [[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.
* Take your time. Accidents happen because someone is in too big of a hurry.
* 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.
* 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 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.
* 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.
* 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.


== Table of Equipment ==
== Operating Procedures ==
[[RuiDa 80W CO2 Laser]]
 
=== Startup ===
 
==== Cold Start (Rare) ====
 
# x
 
==== Warm Start ====
 
# x
 
=== Shutting Down ===
#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 ==


== Table of Tools ==
* [https://www.troteclaser.com/static/pdf/sp500/Technical_Datasheet_SP500_en.pdf Technical Datasheet]


== Projects and Material Storage ==
*
There is currently no place for over night or long term storage in this zone. All project must be taken home at the end of the day.
=== Trash ===
*Place small trash into trash bins.
*Place large wooden trash into the waste bid near the table saw in the wood shop.
*Place all other large items near one of the trash bins.


== Other References ==
== Computer Software ==
=== FAQ ===
Q: Is there anything cooler than cutting stuff with a laser?


A: Nope.
* [[Guides/Ruby|Trotec Ruby]]


=== Useful Sites ===
*
*[http://www.chymist.com/Polymer%20Identification.pdf Polymer Identification]


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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