Laser Machine Maintenance
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Күн бұрынBasic laser machine maintenance is something you can easily do on your own and with a normal scheduled routine your laser will remain in great working order. The simple step in this video will ensure you laser power is at its peak and reduce or eliminate some of the servicing costs you can incur.
If you are a new owner of a hobby laser or you are considering purchasing a laser and want to know what's involved then this is the video for you.
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►►►► VIDEO CONTENTS
0:00 Introduction
1:43 What you need
3:35 Cleaning laser tube area
6:48 Cleaning the Workspace
8:02 Cleaning the optics
9:10 A little Lubrication
10:37 Changing the coolant
14:38 Final Tips
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@Amc796 10 ай бұрын
As a new laser owner, this is the most helpful video I have found to develop a maintenance routine. Thank you.
@SteveMakesEverything 10 ай бұрын
You're very welcome!
@EC-gy9pv 2 жыл бұрын
Aloha Steve! Here with you - again - doing maintenance following your wonderful video instructions. Thank you so much for the lessons!!! Warmest wishes from rainy Hawaii! 🌴🌴🌴
@SteveMakesEverything 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I'm envious. I spent a couple weeks on Maui with a side trip to Honolulu and had considered moving there as a result. 😀
@EC-gy9pv 2 жыл бұрын
@@SteveMakesEverything Very expensive paradise!!! :)
@FamousHec 2 жыл бұрын
Saving this video 📹 You're the man Steve!!
@SteveMakesEverything 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@rickallenphoto 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for a helpful video!
@SteveMakesEverything 2 жыл бұрын
Happy to help
@kapa1611 2 жыл бұрын
the most exciting part of laser cutting! ...cleaning the laser.... xD
@SteveMakesEverything 2 жыл бұрын
Ha, I can’t say I share you enthusiasm 😄
@kapa1611 2 жыл бұрын
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@nicolemiller8780 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Steve Makes -- hope Steve can Fix. I laid a 19 x 11" 1/8 sheet in the PS24 to cut out ornaments. When I get to about 12" across, it no longer cuts and barely engraves. I 'attempted' to align my mirrors yesterday, cleaned the lense, but it didn't resolve the problem. Any suggestions?
@SteveMakesEverything 2 жыл бұрын
The latest alignment video that FSL put out a few weeks ago is actually a pretty decent tutorial. Take a look at that
@shawnholthus5770 11 ай бұрын
What is the brand you use for anti freeze
@SteveMakesEverything 11 ай бұрын
I normally use propylene glycol and water in roughly a 2 parts water to 1 part gylcol. It’s nice because it isn’t toxic and doesn’t screw up the environment
@nicolemiller8780 2 жыл бұрын
PS: I noticed a tiny spot in the center of the lense. Would that have anything to do with it?
@SteveMakesEverything 2 жыл бұрын
If it’s cutting well on part of the workspace then I’d guess that it’s not likely the lens. This would mostly like be alignment. You could outdoor me a close-up of the lens so I could see the spot. The energy density of the unfocused beam shouldn’t really be enough to damage the lens though.
@frankandstuff 2 жыл бұрын
How many hours of use in between each of your cleanings? Any idea?
@SteveMakesEverything 2 жыл бұрын
It really depends what I’m cutting. Figure once a month. Give the lens and mirrors a quick wipe and you’ll be good
@sallyann-nicolemiller5625 Жыл бұрын
Hi Steve, it's been months since I've chatted with you. I still have my Full Spectrum 90W laser, but yesterday it completely quit. No power, no lights, nothing. I've submitted a ticket, but no response since I'm out of warranty. Any suggestions? I checked the fuse, cord, power outlet, etc.
@SteveMakesEverything Жыл бұрын
Hey! Sounds to me like the 12/24v power supply is dead. You could try to measure some voltages on the main controller board if it’s something you can handle. Stay away from to output on the high voltage supply to the tube though
@sallyann-nicolemiller5625 Жыл бұрын
@@SteveMakesEverything Oh gosh, what is the 12/24 power supply? Do you know where I locate it, and then I can put an electric current probe on it. Is it expensive to replace?
@SteveMakesEverything Жыл бұрын
@@sallyann-nicolemiller5625 It shouldn't be too expensive but FSL does charge a lot for parts. What I would suggest is to unplug the laser an let it sit for an hour, then try to find the power supply and first look for loose plugs on the main board (no danger if he laser is completely unplugged from the wall for a while). Maybe the power connector has become dislodged from the main board. I'm not sure where it is in the 90W laser, but it will be behind a panel somewhere on the laser.
@sallyann-nicolemiller5625 Жыл бұрын
@@SteveMakesEverything Steve, thanks. we finally got it working. a safety switch in the back was loose.
@SteveMakesEverything Жыл бұрын
@@sallyann-nicolemiller5625 Good to hear.
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