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by orats60
Thu Nov 03, 2016 1:28 am
Forum: General Laser machine discussion
Topic: Laser cutting ends dont exactly meet in the same line
Replies: 5
Views: 3766

Re: Laser cutting ends dont exactly meet in the same line

Definitely a mechanical issue. Maybe the entire stage is crooked? Also the belts on both sides need to be the same tension in a stage like this. If not, then your carriage will be twisted slightly which will cause this. Try marking a line on wood the entire length of the stage and then check to see ...
by orats60
Wed Nov 02, 2016 3:11 am
Forum: General Laser machine discussion
Topic: Anyone cutting 1mm brass sheet with laser?
Replies: 4
Views: 2204

Re: Anyone cutting 1mm brass sheet with laser?

As stated above you "can't" cut brass with a co2. However you "can't" cut wood with a fibre and I've cut 40mm thick planks in a fibre so... But on my fibre laser I cut 1mm brass around 285mm/sec @ 2kW and stainless at 535mm/sec Probably won't help you alot but it gives you a roug...
by orats60
Thu Oct 20, 2016 2:27 am
Forum: General Laser machine discussion
Topic: Engraving metal with a K40-Can it be done
Replies: 2
Views: 1964

Re: Engraving metal with a K40-Can it be done

You can use Cermark, expensive. There are some others that are being used, but they are very expensive. You can also use anodized aluminum. I have been using CRC Quick Dry Moly lube. I purchased mine from Amazon as I could not find it locally. It works on steel really good, aluminum requires a littl...
by orats60
Mon Jan 25, 2016 7:24 am
Forum: General Laser machine discussion
Topic: Cutting problem with the X axis
Replies: 1
Views: 3133

Re: Cutting problem with the X axis

Are your mirrors all aligned?Also check your focal lenght.
by orats60
Wed Aug 19, 2015 2:16 am
Forum: General Laser machine discussion
Topic: Laser shooting small line instead of dot
Replies: 1
Views: 3266

Re: Laser shooting small line instead of dot

yes ,you would better to make good alignment
by orats60
Sun Aug 09, 2015 9:18 pm
Forum: General Laser machine discussion
Topic: red sail laser x700
Replies: 2
Views: 4179

red sail laser x700

I have recieved a red sail laser machine from china model X700. I'm having trouble with the lasermate 5.2 software. I followed the user manual, but seems limited for my needs. The manual more focuses on pictures on composites or marble. I need a laser for etching lettering on metal chuck bodies. For...