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''(Generally, this workshop is offered at least once a week on a rotating basis. Check the [http://designandbuildlab.com/?page_id=445/ Lab calendar] for up-to-date availability!)''
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''(Generally, this workshop will be offered at least once a week on a rotating basis. Check the [http://designandbuildlab.com/?page_id=445/ Lab calendar] for up-to-date availability!)''
  
The PLS4.75 has not yet arrived. Please check back this semester (2018S) for updates.
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The PLS4.75 has finally arrived. However, we are still waiting for planning and project management to install the exhaust system. What this means is that we are unable to use the device until further notice.
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Please check back for updates!
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Start of Workshop (first draft) below:
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== Typical Workflow ==
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Typical workflow
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# Load the stock
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# Focus the laser
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== Loading Stock ==
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[[File:Stock alignment.png|thumb|How your stock should be aligned]]
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Position the material snuggly against the rulers. Your stock should be aligned to the top left corner of the device.

Revision as of 17:40, 26 March 2019

(Generally, this workshop will be offered at least once a week on a rotating basis. Check the Lab calendar for up-to-date availability!)

The PLS4.75 has finally arrived. However, we are still waiting for planning and project management to install the exhaust system. What this means is that we are unable to use the device until further notice.

Please check back for updates!


Start of Workshop (first draft) below:

Typical Workflow

Typical workflow

  1. Load the stock
  2. Focus the laser

Loading Stock

How your stock should be aligned

Position the material snuggly against the rulers. Your stock should be aligned to the top left corner of the device.