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= Basic Use Guidelines = | = Basic Use Guidelines = | ||
| − | # Attend | + | = Training |
| − | # Attend | + | # Attend Inkscape workshop - suggested, not required |
| − | + | # Attend foam-cutting workshop - suggested, not required | |
| − | # Attend | + | # Attend Laser Cutter Basics class (required for using Laser Cutter) |
| − | ## Use laptops in class | + | ## Using Laser Cutter theory and practice is discussed |
| + | ## Use laptops in class and explain file design and understanding Lasercut software | ||
## Lesson 1 - walks students through the steps to load a file, make correct settings for laser, cut out project | ## Lesson 1 - walks students through the steps to load a file, make correct settings for laser, cut out project | ||
## Lesson 2 - student load their own file, make correct settings for laser, cut out project | ## Lesson 2 - student load their own file, make correct settings for laser, cut out project | ||
| − | # Demonstrate ability to use laser-cutter safely | + | ## Demonstrate ability to use laser-cutter safely |
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## Material is supplied for the beginning class | ## Material is supplied for the beginning class | ||
| + | # Laser cutter workstation is for loading files to cut material only, no design work | ||
User's will need to supply their own materials for projects | User's will need to supply their own materials for projects | ||
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*VINYL | *VINYL | ||
*CHLORINE BASED PRODUCTS | *CHLORINE BASED PRODUCTS | ||
| + | *List posted in Laser Cutter area | ||
== Prepare your design == | == Prepare your design == | ||
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Details: THIS IS A DRAFT
Details: THIS IS A DRAFT
Contents
About
This device allows users to take designs created on a computer and cut them out using many different materials.
Designs are made using Inkscape, an open-source vector graphics editor (other editors, such as Draftsight and Adobe Illustrator, can be used as well).
Laser cutting is a great way to rapidly prototype work.
MakeICT's laser cutting machine was built by Rabbit Laser.
Certification
Follow "Basic Use Guidelines" and get signed off by Bryan Barr or Mike Doolittle
Basic Use Guidelines
= Training
- Attend Inkscape workshop - suggested, not required
- Attend foam-cutting workshop - suggested, not required
- Attend Laser Cutter Basics class (required for using Laser Cutter)
- Using Laser Cutter theory and practice is discussed
- Use laptops in class and explain file design and understanding Lasercut software
- Lesson 1 - walks students through the steps to load a file, make correct settings for laser, cut out project
- Lesson 2 - student load their own file, make correct settings for laser, cut out project
- Demonstrate ability to use laser-cutter safely
- Material is supplied for the beginning class
- Laser cutter workstation is for loading files to cut material only, no design work
User's will need to supply their own materials for projects
DO NOT USE THESE MATERIALS
- PVC
- VINYL
- CHLORINE BASED PRODUCTS
- List posted in Laser Cutter area
Prepare your design
- Download and install inkscape
- Create your design using paths and objects (if you want an image, you must trace it)
Prepare the laser cutter
Cut your design
If something goes wrong during your print
- Hit the RED button
Maintenance
Weekly mirror and lens cleaning is required by trained staff
Laser use policy
Being finialized
THIS IS A DRAFT
