About	Laser cutters are very useful for cutting and engraving various materials.
Category	2D Fabrication
Risk Level	2-MEDIUM
Location	Front Room
Brand/Model	2 models from Universal Laser Systems are available: Blue: Professional Laser Series (PLS) Red: Industrial Laser Series (ILS)
Status	Blue: AVAILABLE Red: AVAILABLE
Materials	Natural woods (e.g. untreated plywood, basswood, or balsa wood pieces) Paper/cardboard (e.g. construction/printing paper, matboard/chipboard) Approved polymers/plastics (e.g. acrylic (PMMA), thin PLA, thin PETG, myler (non-reflective), Kapton) Approved fabrics (e.g. natural fabrics, 95% natural wool felt, 100% natural leather, Rayon (cellulose fabric), nitrocellulose)

Standard Operating Procedure

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Training

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Training	Type	Time Estimate	Prerequisites	Objectives	Checklist/Document
LC - Training 1 In-Person	ON-MACHINE	50 min	None	Review safety procedures and allowed materials. Understand the anatomy of the laser cutting machine and ventilation system. Introduce software and compatible document formats. Observe and assist engraving and cutting workflow.
LC - Training Hybrid 1A: Online	ONLINE	30 min	Online orientation	Become familiar with hazards and material restrictions. Prepare laser settings for a cut and a raster. Learn proper laser cutter operation and care.	Complete the online quiz
LC - Training Hybrid 1B: In-Person	ON-MACHINE	20 min	LC - Training Hybrid 1A: Online	Become familiar with the Universal Laser Systems Control Panel. Learn proper laser cutter operation and care.
LC - Training 2 - Rotary Axis	ON-MACHINE	30 min	CO2 Laser Cutter Training (hybrid or in-person)	Become familiar with the Universal Laser Systems Rotary Fixture. Understand how to install the rotary fixture and cutting lens Set up design and run cutting operation Learn proper rotary fixture operation and care

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