You have convinced me my Low tech solutions are still viable! John Ferrell http://DixieNC.US ----- Original Message ----- From: "Bradley Ferguson" To: "Microcontroller discussion list - Public." Sent: Friday, July 01, 2005 11:23 AM Subject: Re: [EE:] Laser cutting & engraving > On 7/1/05, John Ferrell wrote: >> I know laser cutting devices are available commercially, but just what >> are the conditions involved with acquiring a laser powerful enough to cut >> thin wood or engrave wood? >> >> The XY, CNC aspect has been well covered. >> I am assuming the laser is the limiting factor cost wise. > > Certinaly sounds like a fun project. Here is a setup on eBay: > http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=53141&item=7526906733&rd=1 > > I note that in the Q&A section lower down on the page, the seller > mentions that you can get the laser (20W CO2) and power supply for > $1978.00. The 50W that he has in the auction will supposedly cut > plywood at 6"/sec. Pretty nifty. > > Bradley > > -- > http://www.piclist.com PIC/SX FAQ & list archive > View/change your membership options at > http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist -- http://www.piclist.com PIC/SX FAQ & list archive View/change your membership options at http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist