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OPERATING THE LASER CUTTER
Before the laser can be used, an actual
project must be created. The project is
then sent to the laser as a job and
fabrication begins. When done, a part is
ready for removal from the unit. The
following steps cover the process from
beginning to end.
Sequence of Operations:
1) Create a Project.
2) Place work piece on the
honeycomb plate.
3) Focus the Laser Head.
4) Send the job to the Laser.
5) System check.
6) Run the Job.
7) Finishing the job.
Step 1: Create a Project
Projects are constructed by opening the
workspace in the Dremel LC40 Control
Software and importing a file (or files).
The files are available from (3) sources:
A) Creating them in a graphics program.
B) Importing previously created files.
C) Using the camera capture feature.
Most files are created through the use of
software such as CorelDRAW®, Adobe
Illustrator® or other graphic software.
Depending on the software and how the
file was created, a project is developed
to run a job that will allow the laser to
cut, engrave and/or score the material.
Table 3 below lists several file types
which can be imported into the Laser
System software. Please refer to the 3rd
party software manufacturer’s
instructions regarding creation of vector
or image files.
Table 3 Compatible File Types and Laser Processes
Extension File Type
Laser Process
Cut Engrave Score
.SVG Vector X X
.PDF Vector/Image X X X
.JPEG Image X
.PNG Image X
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