Here's a description of the laser, "Comgrow 48W Double Ultra-Fine Compressed Spot Laser Module,10W Optical Power, Fixed-Focus Laser,10mm Wood High Energy Laser Cutter, Compatible with Most Laser Engraver Cutting Machine". My hand gives a size comparison.
So now I have three different ways to produce parts, route them out, cut them out using a knife, and now cutting/engraving with a laser. From left to right, cutter, laser, knife.
When I went to mount the bracket that holds the laser to the machine, I noticed that the screw wouldn't hold the bracket securely. The screw was not tightening down all the way. I removed the back cover and discovered that the screws were about .062" too long. Had I forced them it probably would have damaged the board underneath.
I ground the screws down level with the back of the board and remounted the back plate. That fixed that problem. I probably could have ruined the board in back.
Laser mounted to the machine. It just clips on in front of the cutter motor. Wires are label to where they connect. I won't be trying this out till I do some research on how it's used. Also need to download a program called Light Speed to run the laser. Too many projects going right now to play with this new toy. I'll post an update when I start working with the laser.
Bernd
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