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Purpose

The Laser Committee covers:

  • Training members in the safe, effective use of the Lasers
  • Care and maintenance of the lasers (The Epilog Fusion, Zing and Thunder Novas)
  • Consumables of the lasers (Lenses, Mirrors, Laser Tubes, Supplies, etc)
  • Maintenance of the laser computers in cooperation with Infrastructure
  • The list of acceptable materials for use with the laser cutter. Ask if questionable.
  • Promotion of interest in laser technology.


Welcome to the World of DMS Lasering!
Congratulations on finding our Source page, the official record of the committee and chock full of useful information for members. Makers are always learning, so there will be changes as the Laser Committee becomes more knowledgeable about operation and maintenance.

Frequent changes makes it difficult for you, our members, to stay up to date. Fortunately, technology makes it easy. Simply Watch this page to receive change notices by email. Help govern the area by joining the Laser Committee, there's always room for more people.

Check the calendar for meeting times or find us online. Most meetings are followed up by a brief maintenance day and are a great opportunity to learn more about the lasers. Happy Lasering!


Laser Curriculum 

Fun Laser Projects

Get Involved

Lightburn Software Discount

Our Laser Equipment

Laser Support & Faqs

Our White Board 

Report a Laser Issue

Initiatives & Projects


Upcoming Classes & Events

Dallas Makerspace Calendar - Laser
Events and Classes available at the Dallas Makerspace - Subjects: Laser
Making Etched Coasters on the Thunder Laser - Perfect for Beginners $35
When Tue Jul 30 6:30pm — 9:30pm Central
Where Laser - Thunder
Details This class will teach you how to make Laser etched coasters. We assume you have little to no experience with the Thunder Laser. Coasters are an inexpensive and awesome gift idea. Afterwards you will have gained practical experience using the Thunder
Host Britton Burt
Cost $0.00

**Great First Thunder Laser Class - Mini Laser Boot Camp Included**

**Note:** Everyone will leave with their own wooden coaster they have designed and laser cut.

Doesn't require any prior Laser Training - If you are curious about Lasers, come and join us.
Every attendee actually learns how to run the Thunder Laser by auto-tracing and etching their own favorite animal.

Have you ever wondered how those fancy looking etched coasters are made? You will leave understanding how it all works and what is required to be successful. Even if you have never used the Laser before, you will finish the class with many awesome new skills.

First time Laser users not only learn how to use the Laser and also how make an awesome coaster all by themselves. Most importantly, everyone makes both their own sample etched animal and a fancy etched coaster.

First, everyone goes through the mini-“Laser Boot Camp”.

Note: We will be reviewing fire safety procedures & Laser use time tracking

Every attendee actually learns the basics of how to run the Laser by making their own etched animal.
1. Download animal graphic file from the Internet
2. Import the file into Lightburn
3. Modify and scale the image as necessary
4. Learn about Layers, Cut Settings, and Order of Operations
5. Determine the correct laser settings to use based on the intended etch depth
6. Send the file to the Laser
7. Load the file into the Laser machine buffer
8. Load material to be cut.
9. Set the Laser origin
10. Frame & verify it will cut where intended
11. Fire the Laser and create the item.

Next you will learn how to make your very own fancy Etched Coaster.

1. Select from many designs the coaster you want to make
2. Mask your coaster material
3. Determine Laser settings
4. Make any adjustments as required.
5. Position the provided material in the laser
6. Configure the Laser settings from the control panel
7. Fire the Laser and then verify the cut.
8. Run another pass if needed.
9. Learn to check your laser time and how to pay
10. Amaze your family and friends.

This class is limited to only six students as everyone will be gaining hands-on experience. Everyone will take turns using the design software, laser control software, and the Thunder Laser.

After you learn the secrets, think of all the great gifts you will be able to make.

$35 payable at start of class by Cash, Zell or PayPal

Etching Drinking Glasses on the Fusion Laser - Perfect for Beginners $35
When Wed Jul 31 6:30pm — 9:30pm Central
Where Workshop - Laser - Epilog Fusion
Details This class will teach you how to make Laser etched drinking glasses. We assume you have little to no experience with the Fusion Laser. Glasses are an inexpensive and awesome gift idea. Afterwards you will have gained certification to use the Laser
Host Britton Burt
Cost $0.00

**Great First Fusion Laser Class **

Note: Everyone will leave with their own drinking glass they have designed, laser etched.

Doesn't require any prior Laser Training - If you are curious about Lasers, come and join us.

This is the Blue Laser on the far left - not the White Thunder Lasers

Have you ever wondered how those etched drinking glasses are made? How you use a rotary attachment with the Fusion Laser. You will leave understanding how it all works and what is required to be successful. Even if you have never used the Laser before, you will finish the class with many awesome new skills.

First time Laser users not only learn how to use the Laser, but also how make an awesome etched drinking glass all by themselves.

Learn the following:

1. How the Fusion is different from the Thunder Lasers and what makes it special.
2. Learn how to use the Fusion software
3. Learn how the on-board camera system helps you align items.
4. Learn how the install and adjust the Rotary Attachment

Next you will learn how to make your very own fancy Laser Etched Drinking Glass.

1. Select from many designs for the drinking glass you want to make.
2. Prep your glass - provide by the class
3. Determine Laser settings
4. Make any adjustments as required.
5. Position the provided glass in the lasers rotary device
6. Align the image by usage the in-device camera system
7. Configure the Laser settings from the control panel
8. Start the exhaust system
9. Fire the Laser and then verify the cut.
10. Run another pass if needed.
11. Learn to check your laser time and how to pay
12. Amaze your family and friends.

This class is limited to only six students as everyone will be gaining hands-on experience. Everyone will take turns using the design software, laser control software, and the Fusion Laser.

After you learn the secrets, think of all the great gifts you will be able to make.

$35 payable at start of class by Cash, Zell or PayPal

Learn the secrets to Making Laser Boxes - Perfect for Beginners & Experts $35
When Thu Aug 1 6:30pm — 9:30pm Central
Where Laser - Thunder
Details This class will teach you how to make nifty boxes on the Laser Cutter. We assume you have little to no experience. Great to help you get organized, awesome gift idea. Learn the special skills needed to create hundreds of box and container designs.
Host Britton Burt
Cost $0.00

**Great First Laser Class - Mini Laser Boot Camp Included**

Note: Everyone will leave with their own box they have designed, laser cut, & assembled.

Doesn't require Laser Basics - If you are curious about Lasers, come and join us.

Have you ever wondered how those fancy looking Laser boxes are made? You will leave understanding how it all works and what is required to be successful. Even if you have never used the Laser before, you will finish the class with many awesome new skills.

First time Laser users not only learn how to use the Laser and also how make a fancy box all by themselves. Most importantly, everyone makes both their own animal and a fancy box.

First, everyone goes through the mini-“Laser Boot Camp”.

Every attendee actually learns how to run the Laser by making their own wooden animal.

1. Download animal graphic file from the Internet
2. Import the file into Lightburn
3. Apply the Lightburn auto-trace feature to turn the bitmap image into a vector
4. Scale the vector to nice size to cut
5. Determine the correct laser settings to use based on the material thickness
6. Send the file to the Laser
7. Load the file into the Laser machine buffer
8. Load material to be cut.
9. Set the Laser origin
10. Frame & verify it will cut where intended
11. Fire the Laser and create the item.

Next you will learn how to make Fancy Laser Boxes.

Review the box design software.
1. Select from many designs the box you want to make.
2. Determine kerf sttings
3. Make any adjustments as required.
4. Position the provided material in the laser
5. Configure the Laser settings
6. Fire the Laser and then verify the cut.
7. Assemble your box
8. Amaze your family and friends.

This class is limited to only six students as everyone will be gaining hands-on experience. Everyone will take turns using the design software & Thunder Laser.

After you learn the secrets, think of all the great gifts you will be able to make.

$35 payable at start of class by Cash, Zell or PayPal

Fusion Laser Etched Coasters using Built-in Camera - Perfect for Beginners $35
When Fri Aug 2 6:30pm — 9:30pm Central
Where Workshop - Laser - Epilog Fusion
Details This class will teach you how to make Laser etched coasters. We assume you have little to no experience with the Fusion Laser. Coasters are an inexpensive and awesome gift idea. Afterwards you will have gained certification to use the Fusion Laser.
Host Britton Burt
Cost $0.00

About this Event:
**Great First Fusion Laser Class - Mini Laser Boot Camp Included**

Learn how to place text and images on existing items using the built-in camera.

Note: Everyone will leave with their own wooden coaster they have designed, laser cut.

Doesn't require any prior Laser Training - If you are curious about Lasers, come and join us.

Every attendee actually learns how to run the Fusion Laser by etching their own favorite animal.

This is the Blue Laser on the far left - not the White Thunder Lasers

Have you ever wondered how those fancy looking etched coasters are made? You will leave understanding how it all works and what is required to be successful. Even if you have never used the Laser before, you will finish the class with many awesome new skills.

First time Laser users not only learn how to use the Laser and also how make an awesome coaster all by themselves. Most importantly, everyone makes both their own sample etched animal and a fancy etched coaster.

First, everyone goes through the mini-“Laser Boot Camp”.

Note: We will be reviewing fire safety procedures & Laser use time tracking

Every attendee actually learns the basics of how to run the Laser by making their own etched animal.

1. Download animal graphic file from the Internet
2. Import the file into Inkscape
3. Modify and scale the image as necessary
4. Learn about Layers, Cut Settings, and Order of Operations
5. Determine the correct laser settings to use based on the intended etch depth
6. Send the file to the Laser
7. Load the file into the Laser machine buffer
8. Load material to be cut.
9. Set the Laser origin
10. Frame & verify it will cut where intended
11. Start the exhaust system
12. Fire the Laser and create the item.

Next you will learn how to make your very own fancy Etched Coaster.

1. Select from many designs the coaster you want to make
2. Mask your coaster material
3. Determine Laser settings
4. Make any adjustments as required.
5. Position the provided material in the laser
6. Align the image by usage the in-device camera system
7. Configure the Laser settings from the control panel
8. Start the exhaust system
9. Fire the Laser and then verify the cut.
10. Run another pass if needed.
11. Learn to check your laser time and how to pay
12. Amaze your family and friends.

This class is limited to only six students as everyone will be gaining hands-on experience. Everyone will take turns using the design software, laser control software, and the Fusion Laser.

After you learn the secrets, think of all the great gifts you will be able to make.

$35 payable at start of class by Cash, Zell or PayPal

Meeting Notes

Committee Meetings

Leadership

Burt(Chair)

HB(Technical)

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