Make your own remote manual laser pulse unit to allow you to perform quicker mirror alignments and save time walking around the laser machine while performing this necessary task.
In the video on my YouTube Channel, I show two methods of making a manual pulse button for the Co2 Laser, to enable you to pulse the laser for mirror alignment without needing to pulse from the Laser Control Panel. This allows for quicker alignment and saves time walking around the laser machine.
IMPORTANT: Proper safety precautions should be used including Protective Eye Glasses when using the Co2 Laser Machine.
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The 1st Method shown uses a potentiometer, enabling you to safely set the laser power to low milliamps for mirror alignment, and also features a safety switch to disable the momentary switch to prevent accidental pulsing of the laser tube.
The 2nd method only provides 100% laser power and does not include a safety protection switch. Extreme care should be taken when using this method, and MW Laser will not be held liable for any personal injury or equipment failure or damage.
The parts required for this project:
Potentiometer WTH118 1A 2W 10K Ohm – http://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/3OIpDg9K
Electronic Enclosure Box – http://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/oeBuFWGo
Rocker Switch – http://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/NIfHaP1A
Momentary Switch – http://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/dkUM1FQ0
Twin Core Cable – http://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/KXbD1rB2
Wire Terminal Crimp Connectors & Crimp Tool – http://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/nzcXoGh6
Ammeter – http://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/LDEmvcJm
Phoenix Connector 6P – http://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/NkidDJLK
How to install an Ammeter on Your Laser Machine – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8eRCjkh9tZA
The Wire I Used to hook up the electrical components was purchased from AliExpress it comes in a box of six colours – https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_AUxQt9
I Use these Safety Glasses 10600nm – http://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/2em0RRRa
Also available is a kit from Cloudray Laser that can be modified – https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_9jmicL
Wiring Diagram For Recommended Unit with Potentiometer & Safety Switch – Below
Wiring Diagram For Alternate Method – Below
Thanks for Visiting.
Until next time, take care
Cheers Matthew