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    Laser cutting acrylic at the Blugold Makerspace

    Created
    Feb 23, 2024 3:13 PM
    Status
    Complete
    Category
    Imaging

    Setting up a meeting with the Makerspace

    1. Navigate to the link to Request a Consulation
    2. Choose an appointment...
      • Select the amount of time that is needed for the appointment.
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        The laser engraver takes about 30 min to complete half a sheet of acrylic, but it is helpful to select “Blugold Makerspace - 60min” in case it goes longer than expected.
      • Add to the appointment…
        • Check the box for laser engraving.
      • With…
        • Select Brad Gehrke.
      • Select a time from the ones listed and click “Continue.”
    3. Your Information
      • Fill in the remaining boxes with your name, email, and the goal of the meeting.
      • Select “Complete Appointment.”
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    Before the meeting ensure that you have access to the file that needs to be cut either downloaded to your laptop or on a flash drive. Brad has a flash drive that can be used to move the file from your laptop to the laser cutter, but an adapter is needed if you don’t have a USB-A port.

    Other notes:

    • The Makerspace is located in the basement of the library, behind the elevators
    • Uncut acrylic is found on the top shelf of lab bench 3 in P366
    • Acrylic is cut with the brown layer on it to prevent scratching in transport
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