trotec laser

Laser Cutting

The laser cutter can cut or engrave wood, paper, cardboard, and more. Currently, only full-time staff can operate the laser cutter alone.

  1. Go through the laser cutting workshop: lib.uvic.ca/lasdes inkscape

  2. Read the laser cutting FAQ: https://onlineacademiccommunity.uvic.ca/dsc/how-to-laser-cut/

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  3. Read the Laser Cutting Staff Guide: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1AjjRaYBW3XyI8Syf6feJVh-oIfTr6Jt0sXyDN-XdJWE/edit

  4. Depending on your position, gain hands-on training to use the laser cutter safely. Note: Do not operate the laser cutter alone before getting approval from your supervisor.

    • practise turning the laser cutter and filter on and off
    • practise calibrating the bed height
    • practise uploading a new svg file into Trotec Ruby
    • practise checking the duration of a laser cut job in Trotec Ruby for pricing ($0.33/min) + material cost
    • practise editing, double checking laser position, and starting laser cut jobs in Trotec Ruby
    • learn about fire protocols and laser safety (i.e don’t look directly at the laser beam)
    • optional: take the Uvic laser safety awareness course: https://www.uvic.ca/ohse/training/research-safety/laser-safety/index.php

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