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Laser V

Discussion in 'Laser Cutters' started by Robert Hummel, Nov 30, 2013.

Laser V

Laser V

Discussion in 'Laser Cutters' started by Robert Hummel, Nov 30, 2013.

With such great success/attention my laser got, I ended up with a good friend that would like to dabble in stencil art and so I have decided to share my build with him and you here :) I will be using all the same electronics as in my previous build except the driver boards I will be using are the famous reprap 4988's they are more easy to come by and cost less. I will also be using open builds mini v wheels/v groove extrusion just so I can get a feel for their versatile products

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  1. Jay

    Jay New Builder

    Greate! Looking Forward to see your construction.
    Jay, Jan 6, 2014
    #91
  2. bobt

    bobt Journeyman Builder

    Any questions about using a 40-60W tube can be addressed at www.buildlog.net He has a V2.0 of a laser machine that is real neat. Bart is the fellow who ran the Kickstarter project for the MakerSlide product that got a lot of these types of projects running.

    Bob
    bobt, Jan 6, 2014
    #92
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  3. kram242

    kram242 OpenBuilds Team Staff Member Builder

    @Robert Hummel the foam strips are a great idea
    Got my uno in today but can't play with it until I finish the OX. One build at a time :D
    kram242, Jan 8, 2014
    #93
  4. Robert Hummel

    Robert Hummel Custom Builder Staff Member Builder

    Uno? I hope you ment nano lol
    I'm going to upload my grbl folder soon as I get a chance :)
    The OX is looking sweet :)
    Robert Hummel, Jan 8, 2014
    #94
  5. Robert Hummel

    Robert Hummel Custom Builder Staff Member Builder

    Robert Hummel, Jan 8, 2014
    #95
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  6. kram242

    kram242 OpenBuilds Team Staff Member Builder

    Thanks Robert, whoops yup the Nano :p
    Thanks for grbl files
    kram242, Jan 8, 2014
    #96
  7. Robert Hummel

    Robert Hummel Custom Builder Staff Member Builder

    Files have been uploaded, keep in mind when I mill my parts I dont use tabs.
    Last edited: Jan 11, 2014
    Robert Hummel, Jan 11, 2014
    #97
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  8. kram242

    kram242 OpenBuilds Team Staff Member Builder

    Thanks for the update Robert!
    kram242, Jan 11, 2014
    #98
  9. Sheldon

    Sheldon New Builder

    Hey Hey guys, waiting on pricing and availability on the new board for the laser project. :D
    Sheldon, Jan 13, 2014
    #99
  10. Robert Hummel

    Robert Hummel Custom Builder Staff Member Builder

    I just got notice that some mail came in and I will be picking it up on the way home from work.
    Not sure but I hope it's the jumpers.
    If it is the boards will ship to open builds asap
    Robert Hummel, Jan 13, 2014
    #100
  11. Sheldon

    Sheldon New Builder

    Awesome, thanx Robert
    Sheldon, Jan 13, 2014
    #101
  12. kram242

    kram242 OpenBuilds Team Staff Member Builder

    When they ('Laser V') boards are in we will let you guys know and post them on the part store under electronics section.
    At this time our target price is $49.95 we feel this is a great starting point for this board that is sure to inspire many awesome projects!
    kram242, Jan 14, 2014
    #102
  13. Jay

    Jay New Builder

    Thanks for Uploading the Sketch-Files! ;O)
    Jay, Jan 15, 2014
    #103
  14. oni305

    oni305 Veteran Builder

    Hi,
    I was working on a similar project, to upgrade my laser.
    I had already designed a PCB to control the laser, but I was not satisfied...

    (FOR NOW)
    This is my laser:

    and this is the control board:

    On the video I haven't show the laser driver, which is designed with an LT3083.


    After the first PCB, with some improvements in mind I've designed the second version, with everything on a single board (motor controller & laser driver).
    This:
    http://imageshack.com/a/img138/3341/bi0m.png
    [​IMG]

    The board is designed to work with GRBL, without changes.

    The new PCB is currently in production. :D



    PS: sorry for my English
    oni305, Jan 17, 2014
    #104
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  15. kram242

    kram242 OpenBuilds Team Staff Member Builder

    Very cool stuff @oni305 !
    Looks like you have done a nice job on this design.
    Are you using g-code sender for control?
    Also is this your blogspot? http://focussls.blogspot.it/ If so nice job on this build!
    kram242, Jan 17, 2014
    #105
  16. Robert Hummel

    Robert Hummel Custom Builder Staff Member Builder

    Agreed very cool, I see you have a z axis :)
    I decided not to add it because I don't change the focus of the laser that often and feel its a waste of electronics

    It's amazing as they say there is always someone on this planet that has the same hobbys and interests :)
    Awesome!
    Robert Hummel, Jan 17, 2014
    #106
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  17. oni305

    oni305 Veteran Builder

    Thanks :D
    I'm using GRBL Controller http://zapmaker.org/projects/grbl-controller-3-0/
    No it's not my blog, but i've used the part of his SLS to assembly my laser, but i'm not so satisfied with this design (the M8 rod aren't so rigid, it flect for length over 50 cm)
    So the next step is dismantle and rebuild with the vslot ;)
    (for curiosity, what is the maximum continuous length that you can send to italy? [the link on the FAQ don't work:(])

    Thanks :D
    I've designed the PCB with the Z axis, because this board is 100% GRBL compatible and there was enough space on the PCB to fit the third axis (5x10 cm)
    oni305, Jan 18, 2014
    #107
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  18. kram242

    kram242 OpenBuilds Team Staff Member Builder

    Good deal thanks for the reply @oni305 Looking forward to seeing the VSlot version of this machine!
    Itlay has a max shipping lenght of 60" so the 1.5m would work
    Thanks for the tip (fixed it)
    kram242, Jan 18, 2014
    #108
  19. Jdog99

    Jdog99 New Builder

    Hi Rob,
    Came across your build while searching for a DIY build. Awesome work and write up. Just a quick question though what was the name of the software you were using to design the pcb?
    Jdog99, Jan 20, 2014
    #109
  20. Robert Hummel

    Robert Hummel Custom Builder Staff Member Builder

    ExpressPCB
    It's a free software from a PCB manufacturing service like fitz.
    I have put the software in the resources section and also in the files part of my build log.
    File name is LDPCB.zip
    A copy of the boards layout is included in the zip file for all to mod as needed.
    Main reason I included the software with my layout is because the odds of most finding the same relay as I use may be hard for some and I encourage anyone to improve on its layout and share
    Robert Hummel, Jan 20, 2014
    #110
  21. kram242

    kram242 OpenBuilds Team Staff Member Builder

    Wow the new acrylic base for the laser looks great!
    kram242, Jan 21, 2014
    #111
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  22. Robert Hummel

    Robert Hummel Custom Builder Staff Member Builder

    Ty my friend :)
    All that's left is the top window that I just finished also.
    I was going to do a folding top but then decided to go with a sliding one ,like a window
    Robert Hummel, Jan 21, 2014
    #112
  23. kram242

    kram242 OpenBuilds Team Staff Member Builder

    Congrats on the completion of the main parts of the Laser V build Robert, it turned out fantastic!
    So is the board mounting on the inside to the acrylic? I'm still looking forward to seeing it complete door and all :)
    kram242, Jan 28, 2014
    #113
  24. Robert Hummel

    Robert Hummel Custom Builder Staff Member Builder

    Should have the window shield in soon, found something that should work well :)
    As for the controls still not sure.
    I tried the box maker in the resources but didn't have any luck
    Robert Hummel, Jan 30, 2014
    #114
  25. kram242

    kram242 OpenBuilds Team Staff Member Builder

    kram242, Feb 2, 2014
    #115
  26. Robert Hummel

    Robert Hummel Custom Builder Staff Member Builder

    Robert Hummel, Feb 2, 2014
    #116
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  27. kram242

    kram242 OpenBuilds Team Staff Member Builder

    Last edited: Feb 2, 2014
    kram242, Feb 2, 2014
    #117
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  28. Public Do Omens

    Public Do Omens Veteran Builder

    Public Do Omens, Feb 3, 2014
    #118
  29. Tweakie

    Tweakie OpenBuilds Team Staff Member Builder

    Nice work Robert and an excellent addition to the parts store Mark. :thumbsup:

    Tweakie.
    Tweakie, Feb 3, 2014
    #119
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  30. lexluther

    lexluther Well-Known Builder

    Hi guys!

    Has enyone figured out, how to engrave photos? Actually, how to convert them to grbl g-code for laser.
    Not vector, but raster engraving.

    Robert, great driver! Works like a charm!

    Alex
    lexluther, Feb 12, 2014
    #120
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