Laser Engraving For Front Panels

[sr1200]

I don't have coins anymore, only C-notes.

Look at Mr. Rockerfeller over here with his paper money!

 

[abbey road d enfer]

My laser acts like a cnc when i tell it to. Lightburn software allows you to setup the layer as you see fit.

It seems Atomstack A5 Pro and Lightburn work only with Mac OS. Do you confirm that?

 

[Lee_M]

It seems Atomstack A5 Pro and Lightburn work only with Mac OS. Do you confirm that?

The Lightburn website says that the software is compatible with Windows, Mac OS, and Linux.

https://lightburnsoftware.com/

 

[abbey road d enfer]

The Lightburn website says that the software is compatible with Windows, Mac OS, and Linux.

Yes, the confusion was due to the weird syntax in the Atomstack user manual.

 

[sr1200]

Yes, the confusion was due to the weird syntax in the Atomstack user manual.

I had some weird things getting started, but I am using a mac for my lightburn/atomstack combo. I actually want to take an old mac of mine and put linux on it since the OS on that is so out of date it wont run anything. (if you have a suggestion for a linux flavor for me to test with im willing to give it a go).

 

[mad.ax]

I've been running MXLinux on a Macbook pro retina 2012 for the last 4 years.
You'd better keep a dual boot even if not using OSX, because linux uses some of the original firmware for wlan, webcam, and audio chips.

Axel

 

[totoxraymond]

I have been running my 2011 MBPro under Ubuntu for years and it works better than before.

Cheers,

Thomas

 

[sr1200]

I have been running my 2011 MBPro under Ubuntu for years and it works better than before.

Cheers,

Thomas

I just put the latest version of ubuntu on my 2009 iMac and it run surprisingly well. I was able to fix the driver issues for the wireless/audio drivers pretty easy with some updates and being able to see the devices with names in the pci list was helpful. Most if not all of the old mac hardware used broadcom wifi chips.

 

[samic]

I'm looking at this engraver at the moment it's a bit expensive but if you have to engrave regularly and you want a good investment this series is really good
the engraving size is very large, perfect for engraving a 484mm front face
Work Table Area 20.08" (510mm)*11.8" (300mm)
https://shop.gweikecloud.com/

 

[abbey road d enfer]

I'm looking at this engraver

It sure is a nice machine, with a powerful CO2 laser and a beautiful case, but they don't make any mention about engraving metals...
And for some materials (rubber, silica get!) they specify a thickness, but also "does not support cutting"; to me it doesn't make much sense.

 

[abbey road d enfer]

That is the one i pre ordered. They had $100 off for pre-orders and i think they bumped the release date up to the 15th.

Have you received it yet? Mine was due latest today but not seen...

 

[sr1200]

Have you received it yet? Mine was due latest today but not seen...

I haven't gotten mine yet either, but when i ordered it they told me it would be late October/early Nov for delivery.

 

[abbey road d enfer]

I haven't gotten mine yet either, but when i ordered it they told me it would be late October/early Nov for delivery.

I started a ticket at Amazon. We'll see what answer they get from Atomstack.
I believe Atomstack have some difficulties. Prices have gone up tremendously. Ordered mine at 499€, now they're advertised at 746!

EDIT: Atomstack have answered me, saying they had a shipment lost in transit and found later damaged. They say they'll send a new one within 18 days...

Well, that will give me 3 weeks to refine the cabinet. Actually, the V-slot frame is finished, I'm expected the PMMA panels and just started working on the lift table
https://www.amazon.fr/gp/product/B008U5TIKK/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1I am building a larger tubular frame with large castors to increase stability and maneuverability. The idea is to lift up the machine when setting it up and lift it down when operating.

 

[sr1200]

The price for the laser was supposed to be 746, the "early bird" or launch price if you will, was 499, which is why i jumped on it. I think they got more orders than they could handle. I got a response from them as well, very quickly, as i purchased it directly through their website. They told me that I should have it mid Nov. so about the same time as you. Can't wait to see what this does with the aluminum. I'd like to see if its possible to cut ribbons using this thing as well without the laser igniting the silver.

 

[abbey road d enfer]

Still haven't received the effing IR laser head they had promised for last week.
Sent another message, they replied they are sorry, they can reimburse but it would be too bad since the heads are coming "soon".

 

[abbey road d enfer]

Received the IR laser head yesterday, tried to install it, couldn't because the kit has M5 screws and the slider has 4mm holes!
I started a ticket with Atomstack, but their first reaction is asking my invoice. Since I ordered from Amazon, I expect trouble...
Fortunately I have plenty of M4 screws but I wanted to report, good citizen that I am...

 

[abbey road d enfer]

I managed to mount the slider, but now teh next step is connecting the PCB, which seems easy enough; however I have no clue about how to affix the PCB to the gantry. ther's not even a picture of an assembled head.
Am I supposed to use rubber bands and twine?
As much as I was pleased with the chassis, I'm somewhat disappointed with this laser head kit.

 

[zamproject]

What is your model ? R30 ? I'll have a look
Is the pcb for power supply ?

 

[abbey road d enfer]

What is your model ? R30 ? I'll have a look

Yes, R30.

Is the pcb for power supply ?

Goes between the PSU and the laser head.

 

[zamproject]

seem your first assumption was correct

At 2'40 this guy seem to have solved it