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Hsiu
 Hsiu
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Laser cutter/engraver mod?

Does anyone know if it is possible to mod a prusa printer to be a laser cutter or engraver? like if you could tape a laser onto the hotend and use that to engrave things?

This topic was modified 5 years ago by Hsiu
Posted : 02/11/2019 1:52 am
Neophyl
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RE: Laser cutter/engraver mod?

Yes you can. 
https://www.instructables.com/id/Laser-Engraving-on-Your-Prusa-MK3/

please follow all the safety advice and do at your own risk. I must emit I picked up a 2500mw laser to do this with but haven’t gotten around to doing it yet. 

Posted : 02/11/2019 6:09 pm
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RE: Laser cutter/engraver mod?

There are special glasses that you can use that block the laser frequency.  They are a must have if you turn on that laser in the same room.  The light coming off a 1w laser will blind you instantly.  And your vision doesn't come back.  

I recommend you buy the laser from a source that has matching glasses (not all lasers and glasses work together - they must be matched).  

Seriously - know the safety protocols before flipping the switch.

Posted : 03/11/2019 7:30 am
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