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|Is used in domain=Metal
|Is used in domain=Metal
|Has name={{PAGENAME}}
|Has name={{PAGENAME}}
|Has make=FabLight
|Has model=Tube and Sheet FL4500
|Has serial number=10021.02-0076-301
|Has life expectancy=
|Has year of manufacture or purchase=
|Has replacement cost=
|Has icon=File: Metal_laser_cutterIcon.png
|Has icon=File: Metal_laser_cutterIcon.png
|Has icondesc=
|Has icondesc=
|Has description=
|Has description=
|Has certification=https://georgefox.instructure.com/courses/1316
|Has certification=https://georgefox.instructure.com/courses/1316
|Has ace=Nathan Jonson;njonson19@georgefox.edu
|Has ace=Nathan Jonson;njonson19@georgefox.edu
}}
}}
Location: Machine Shop
Location: Machine Shop
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==Safety First==
[[File:Safety First HD2.png|left|150px]]
Here are some safety instructions for the {{PAGENAME}}. Remember... SAFETY FIRST!!!
*Laser cutting or engraving of many materials can create hazardous fumes. These fumes may be dangerous to breathe and can damage the FabLight. Consult Manufacturer’s Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for all materials before laser cutting. The user of the FabLight is responsible for exhaust ventilation and removing cutting fumes from the working area. Before operating the FabLight, make sure that the exhaust system is working properly.
*There are often sharp edges left on the material from the cutting process. Be careful handling a fresh cut piece and use the deburring tools to remove any sharp edges.
*On a similar note a fresh cut piece is usually hot so check the temperature with the back of your hand before picking it up.
*Make sure to use tabs to prevent collision damage with the cutting head.
*Before opening any covers, turn off the machine power and remove the key to make sure no cutting operations will happen while you are working inside the the laser cutter.
==Description==
==Description==
====Terminology====
====Terminology====
* Engrave - Removes a thin layer of material from the surface of the metal along an established line. This has great accuracy but only produces a thin line.
* Engrave - Removes a thin layer of material from the surface of the metal along an established line. This has great accuracy but only produces a thin line.
* Raster - Very similar to an engrave but a raster is used to engrave a large area by passing over the area repeatedly. This works great for lettering, designs and such but does lose a little accuracy around the edges.
* Raster - Very similar to an engrave but a raster is used to engrave a large area by passing over the area repeatedly. This works great for things like lettering and designs, but it does lose a little accuracy around the edges.
* FabCreator - The software used to set up a cut from a DXF.
* FabCreator - The software used to set up a cut from a DXF.
# Remove the material from the machine using the door on the front.
# Remove the material from the machine using the door on the front.
== Safety ==
==Reset the Space==
[[File:Reset The Space HD2.png|left|150px]]
*There are often sharp edges left on the material from the cutting process. Be careful handling a fresh cut piece and use the deburring tools to remove any sharp edges.
Here is how you can reset the space for the {{PAGENAME}}. Always reset the space!!!
*On a similar note a fresh cut piece is usually hot so check the temperature with the back of your hand before picking it up.
* Turn off the machine.
*Make sure to use tabs to prevent collision damage with the cutting head.
* Turn off the compressed air.
*Before opening any covers, turn off the machine power and remove the key to make sure no cutting operations will happen while you are working inside the the laser cutter.
* Turn off the exhaust switch.
* Ask the technician if you should complete a general cleaning of the machine and check the video linked in the general maintenance section of the Metal Laser Cutter wiki page.
==Cut List==
==Cut List==
==Certification==
==Certification==
Complete the <strong>Machine Shop - {{PAGENAME}} Module</strong> at the link below to gain access to the {{PAGENAME}}. The Maker Hub Canvas course pertains to all facilities and equipment contained in the Maker Hub; simply complete the quizzes for the facilities/equipment you wish to use in the Maker Hub. Please email <span style="color:blue">makerhub@georgefox.edu</span> if you have any questions.
[https://georgefox.instructure.com/courses/1316 Canvas Course]
[https://georgefox.instructure.com/enroll/G7CTPX Maker Hub Canvas Course]
==Troubleshooting==
==Troubleshooting==