Índice
- Machine characterization
Model 2D
Model 3D
Teamwork
Getting Started
For this team project, the LaserCA software was used, Link de software (Laser CA). Link machine (Boye laser 9060)
Link: FabLab Qro Week 3
Link teamwork:
Machine characterization
For this week, our advisors shared a template for the characterization of the laser cutting machine. This template allowed us to identify the parameters to use for 3 different materials: MDF, acrylic, and corrugated cardboard. This evidence presents the results of MDF.
Step 1: Import template
To import (Ctrl+I) the template to the LaserCAM software. (Fig. 1)
Fig. 1. Top View
When importing the piece into the software, it remains grouped as a single piece. To manipulate each element independently, it is necessary to ungroup the .dxf file. To do this, select the entire element and then select the 'Ungroup' tool, as shown below (Fig. 2).
Fig. 1. Top View
After ungrouping the lines of the .dxf file, it allows us to select each element independently. Then, we select each cutting element and assign it a unique and different color from all the others. This way, we will identify each of them in the software to confirm the cutting or engraving configuration defined by the template (Fig. 3).
Fig. 2. Extrusion of 19.5 mm
It's important to mention that to assign a color to the engraving, it is necessary to first mark those lines as engraving using the 'Define Engraver' tool located on the toolbar on the left side. Once the 'Define Engraver' is set, you can now assign a color to the engraving (Fig. 4).
Fig. 1. Top View
Step 2: Settings
Subsequently, the cutting, engrave, and vector cutting parameters indicated in the template were set using the toolbar in the settings section (C=cut & E=engrave), as shown in Fig. 5-6. (Fig. 3).
Fig. 3. Shell tool.
Step 3: Before cut
Before starting the cutting process, it is necessary to prepare the machine. As the first step, the machine is turned on using a switch (Fig. 6.a)). Next, the smoke extractor is connected, and the machine's power button is pressed (Fig. 6.b)). It's important to note that to calibrate the laser height, it must be turned off. Then, the correct laser height is set using a calibrator (Fig. 6.c). (Fig. 3).
Fig. 3. Shell tool.