Re: CO2 Lasers

Since this is a "CNC" group, the problem is to obtain or build a PRACTICAL and RELIABLE laser.

After it is working well, hooking it up to a CNC something is basically a mechanical problem.

One interesting and sometimes practical application could be to cut out layers of thin material, plastic or steel and them braze
or glue them together for prototype 3-D models or even final product samples. Spackle and paint will do wonders to smooth it
out.

Bertho Boman
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> From: MIADsgns@...
>
> Say guys and gals(?) :
>
> I for one would love to retrofit my homemade 3 axis router with an
> inexpensive laser. I was looking into doing it three years ago, but not much
> was written on the subject and not many were interested. Since this subject
> has come up again, I am thinking about it once more.
>
> Would like to know the pros and con and how feasible it would be to retrofit
> the PC driven router with a CO2 or Yag laser any precautions etc.
>
> Anyone that has professional or experimental experience with these lasers for
> machining applications, please jump in.
>
> Thanks all!
>
> Mario
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