Welcome to the Laser Build!
Links
Here are some links for materials used in the Laser build
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Main outer frame https://amzn.to/3BgsEVb
Gantry https://amzn.to/3BIDe8Z
Spring loaded Nuts https://amzn.to/3UanH97
Rail Support Brackets https://amzn.to/3LkHoHs
Main outer frame https://amzn.to/3eOr4T0
Brackets https://amzn.to/3DsPvQm
Linear Motion Rail Screws https://amzn.to/3RMqwf7
Rail Nuts https://amzn.to/3BbIDDS
Shaft coupler https://amzn.to/3LjjL1C
Belt tensioner https://amzn.to/3xqTSHP
Pillow Block https://amzn.to/3RKYKPT
Motor Mounts https://amzn.to/3djrKzo
Motor https://amzn.to/3detERK
Cloudray Ruida RDC6445S Co2 Laser Controller for Laser Engraver and Cutter Machine RDC DSP 6445S 6445G https://amzn.to/3Dn2NOa
Power supply https://amzn.to/3RZhMSE
This is the first of, hopefully, a few different videos as I progress towards a full CO2 laser build. I started with a Glowforge and I loved what it was capable of but really wanted what it lacked. I love my Glowforge and still use it, would definitely recommend it. If you intend to buy one use my code please! https://glowforge.us/f/IGHFNZUP
Some details
I don’t have any drawing of this or 3d models yet. I intend to make them at the end, but for now everything is from my head as I go. That said, there are some details that I know already.
The overall footprint of the machine is 1500mm by 1500mm (roughly 5 by 5 feet)
The height, so far is about 1 foot
The laser I intend to use is a 90 watt CO2 laser.