Convert Any 3D Printer To LASER Engraver

[@fdopcxx]

Thanks for the video, I'll try this next week. You can also use a voltage divider or a potenciometer for reducing the 12v input to 5v since it is only for ttl signaling.

[@sohaibsdq4280]

Nice, I want to add to my self made printer, how can i adjust z height for laser

[@techv879]

Only add Z comand like this ; Generated with: ; "Raster 2 Laser Gcode generator" ; by 305 Engineering ; ; ; G28; home all axes G21; Set units to millimeters G90; Use absolute coordinates G92; Coordinate Offset G00 X123.0 Y6.4 Z100

[@Lewakaassemme]

3:12 Let me just grab into that Class IV-Laser beam :D I understand it's not in full power, just would like to see some kind of a warning at the beginning of the video... A laser beam with this power output (especially when it's using a visible wavelength) is capable of completely blinding you in a fraction of a second- irreversibly. And no matter how naive somebody is, he will always be able to buy a kit off eBay. Apart from that- good work, keep it up :)

[@darkracer1252]

ehh visible lasers are a fuck ton less dangerous then invisible lasers. because both will blind you just as fast only with an invisible laser there is no pain and you don't blink.

[@charliehatton7108]

200th time watchin this and I'm finally understanding what's going on here. I've never done any technical projects before

[@alexandruromascu8426]

Hello! Nice movie with all the information that are very useful! But can I ask, if I want to engrave on ABS what kind of power laser engraver would you recommend?! Thank you in advance

[@cicciofranco405]

Congratulations on the video, the technical preparation and the sound. Francesco from Palermo ... Bravo

[@brooke37kevin]

@Jake's Workshop I have a question. I have followed all of your instructions and yet my laser just stays on at full power while the machine is on and does not change with any fan control gcodes. I'm not sure what to do. I'm using the same laser and a Geeetech I3 the Prusa knock off.

[@smow7422]

its bacuase you printer doesnt put out a TTL signal. You can only engrave 1 bit pictures with your setup

[@selamawitmekuria734]

I have the same problem and was wondering if u figured it out?

[@MrX-yg7rz]

Will I cut 5mm wood with a 2.5W laser? Which laser for engraving only and which for engraving and cutting with repeats? To cut laser must have TTL module board?

[@papamidnightfpv]

Hey I'm buying a neje master 2 "30 watt" laser. I think it uses an 8bit board. Do you think I could flash an skr turbo 3d printer board to run it? Doesn't seem like these lasers have quite the mod support like printers do.

[@peterpeppermann7443]

Do I need an better 3d printer mainboard than 8 bit for that?

[@peterpeppermann7443]

So for example... would it work with a Sunlu s8?

[@tonygudgeon1839]

Hi I have an Ender 3 and I recently brought the creality laser module, Although I only need 1 I purchased 2 buck converters 1 digital and 1 non digital, My question is how do I wire the buck converters so that the laser will work on my 24V printer, I’ve seen a few videos of people talking about user a laser module on a Ender 3 but they never show how to wire it up, I’ve seen a diagram on showing how you would do it but I still can’t understand it, Is a case of plugging a wire into my fan port then plug it into the IN of the buck converters and then plugging the OUT to the laser? Cause I’ve tried that but it gives no power to the buck, It says you need to the buck into the power supply but it doesn’t say where, If you could help me in anyway I’d be most grateful..

[@RobertMorgan]

Positive and negative 24v from the power supply into the buck converter, but only the +12 out of the buck converter to the laser module. For the negative lead of the laser module, wire it directly back to the ground of the 24v power supply terminal of the printer. This configuration allows the Pulse Width Modulation control the variable laser power. Explained and illustrated in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nnbOZJSMdreGfcU It's 3 minutes in. I hope this helps.

[@julianbaker_E]

Would this work with a delta printer? I am looking to convert my old kossel mini

[@marshj6594]

I would really like to try this, thanks for making the video! However, I am interested in cutting 3mm acrylic. Do you think the 2500mw laser would cut this? I was thinking of using a 3500mw laser just to be safe.

[@RenatoSilva-up6fv]

Marsh J go with 5

[@carlodalbarco4140]

Hi, to cut 4 mm plywood with J tech Inkscape Laser Plug-In how did you set Lase speed and how many passes???

[@birdoutofcage7]

Hello, i would like to ask about the board that u received with the laser. Is that the TTL module?

[@AiGreek2425]

nice video ! which laser should we use to create some PCB ?

[@JakesWorkshop]

+Traj ectory hi, Thanks, I am glad you like it :) For PCB i would suggest you you buy at least 2.5W :)

[@GG-gy9bu]

Really nice...when i first played the clip i just ordered a cheap laser and tought it´s enough power. But now i changed from 0.5W violett Laser to a 3W blue laser. As the 0.5W Laser doesn´t use the TTL it was easy to get it work. The 3W Laser needs TTL but i can´t get it work. when i disconnect TTL wire from Printer the laser runs. But with TTL i can´t get it to start. any suggestions? I put a 7805CW to step down the voltage and measured 3.5V without any respoonse on the laser.

[@Gentlyjack1]

Make sure you wired it correctly. Red = Positive, Black = Negative/ground. Improper wiring can severely damage the TTL circuit. The Positive should be connected on the 5v line with a 1k ohm resistor or higher going to ground. The negative should be connected to ground. If your laser doesn't turn on at all with the correct wiring with your 3.5v, then the voltage is probably too low to trigger the on cycle. Try 5v.

[@abdullahnasr7754]

hi , i bought a laser module of 5500 mw - it has two input sockets. one has 3 pins , + , - and pwm and says 12 v . the other has two pins , ttl + and ttl - and says 5 volt . shall i use lm 7805 also for ttl from fan port. what about pmw pin in 12 volt socket.?? thank you indeed

[@oscarrenemedranoespinoza8672]

Buenas tardes le comento que tengo una impresora Creality ender 6, y tambien compre un cabezal laser que compre, me gustaria saber si tiene algun video de como instalar el cabezal laser y como hacerlo funcionar. Gracias

[@sharadjadhav7234]

can it cut 3mm acrylic?? and awesome project BTW.

[@TimberWood.Customs]

I have a 5.5 W laser. I’m trying to connect it to my 3D printer. But I don’t know if I need a regulator or Whet I have to do to even get it to work. Could you please help me. My laser is this from amazon.. Brand: Mostics Mostics 5.5w-445nm Power Module Module for CNC Engraving Machine PWM TTL Control Adjustable Focusable for CNC DIY Engraver Engraver 5500mw power head

[@MrMrbadboy4life]

I received my 2500w laser but without a mother board. I m not a tech guy. But i m really keen to learn. Thanks for the video

[@JakesWorkshop]

You sure you order correct one that I provided in video description?

[@HydroFaceFantastic]

Hisham Dinari swing

[@krzysiek3sp]

Hello. I have a question. I want to buy a 5.5W laser to be able to cut in 5mm thick wood, but I would also like to make engravers (in grayscale). Is it possible to set the laser power to engravering, not for cut? if so how to do? greetings

[@krzysiek3sp]

hello?

[@jirikolda3709]

Just set lower fan speed

[@nazeemuddinmohammed5214]

I connected the 5.5w laser directly without power regulator to the Rambo mini board PWM fan connector it worked for some seconds and then I disconnected the laser and connected the fan but now the fan stays on all the time. I think something went wrong so how can I resolve the issue. Is there any other PWM connector on Rambo mini which can be used for connecting laser.

[@SiGiCo84]

Nice Job! I don't understand how the laser works. For the Power of the laser you use the fan. But for the on off of the laser (To cut or engrave) what input from the printer board do you use? Thanks

[@JakesWorkshop]

+SiGiCo84 Hi, for the power you use external power supply(12v) and for the laser on and off switch we use a fan signal

[@SiGiCo84]

ok i was thinking that the on and off switch was given by the extruder. because in the printing software the fan is always on. so the laser with inkscape use the fan in the g-code to on and off and for printing we use extruder on and off right?

[@JakesWorkshop]

+SiGiCo84 that is right. If your printer does not have an option to regulate the fan speed you can also use an extruder command but then you would need to change the g-code command from M106 to the command for extruder

[@brunoschoofs3951]

thank you so much for that fine explanation

[@flopesff]

The 7805 regulator will understand the command to put more power or less power to engrave or to cut?

[@Gentlyjack1]

That's controlled by PWM (Pulse Width Modulation), in which control the on and off time in a rapid cycle. Going full "On time" would be laser cutting mode, and going full "off time" would be the laser stay's off. but going in between you can go into engrave mode. The 7805 regulator should not have any issues with PWM at all. As for changing voltage, it is set to output at a specific voltage, 5 volt.

[@darkracer1252]

@@Gentlyjack1 so in my case with added capacitors i pretty much completely eliminated the pwm part and it's a steady 5v output. ok that solves that issue. i have another issue. even with fan speed at 0 the laser is on.

[@josegiovannileda1643]

What folder add the files? Add the two plugins?

[@techv879]

Hii i need help I have 24 v printer Anet et4x, and 3wire laser( 12+, 12- and PWM 5v) How connect 24 fan to 5 v

[@x72821]

could I power the laser with the power cable for my 12v heated bed instead of an external power supply?

[@prakashbuddhe8109]

Was there Acrylic cutting on 3 to 5 5 mm

[@christosangelidis3394]

dear i have a3 pro eleksmaker and i download elekscom v3,1 soft but i dont now what setting can i put when i need only cut the wood pls can you tell me how can i do it?

[@shelby50411]

i think i was able to figure out the plug in procedure...there are 2 plugins correct? independent of each other?

[@hamidnasr]

hi , your tutorial encouraged me to add a laser to my 3d printer , in fact i am new to 3d printing too. laser module i bought from the same site (5500 mv) but it has board mounted on laser itself. has two input sockets, one has three pins and the other has two pins. 3 pin says - 12v + and TTL/A- and 2 pin says TTL/A+. now i am confused how to wire and connect it to my fan port which is 12 v system. this laser has a separate 12v power supply . kindly guide me with diagrame gor wiring. many thanks .

[@Liam-ui8rv]

did it work?

[@fenixasin]

Creality just released the source files and pcb files for the ender 3. It is a 24v system. How can this be adapted?

[@iKingRPG]

I have an Ender 3

[@mcdjacedad7359]

Hi mate, I have got a Tevo Tarantula, I am having issues with, I have downloaded, Inkscape, and plugins, still having problems, any help please

[@hardworker9218]

Please help I'm using an EZT T1 DELTA 3d Printer which supports laser because we can find a laser port on the MB I bought an Eleksmaker 3.5 w laser device but I don't know how to use

[@lagabmx]

Hi! I have added a laser to my printer. I use Repetier Firmware. But the laser only turns on for the first dot in each G1/G2/G3 command. It does not stays on for the complete letter. I can't find why? any idea???

[@shelby50411]

Hi jake....in ur 500mw laser video u only had 12v power going to driver board..from 3d printer power....this time you have 12vto "5v going to driver board and also external ps 12v to driver board...why different?

[@apollyongamer2412]

can we engrave slightly curved surface like ordinary sunglass case?

[@oasgaming6014]

Can I engrave on metal with this ??

[@bradmoles5088]

I want to engrave a textured grip on my glock, the material is polymer. Would this work?

[@XROSSDABOSSX]

What wattage would be good for engraving aluminum?

[@DuralMetalurg]

That's very multi-functional printer-cutter :) It could be interesting to see other laser engraving on pencils or other things like that :)

[@JakesWorkshop]

+Dural Metalurg thanks, Next week I will try to cover the basics how to engrave a grayscale picture with different laser output power :)

[@DavidEricPrates]

What cool machine! Nice Jake

[@JakesWorkshop]

+Dark Horse Woodworking Thank you bro!

[@BioClone]

I was wondering if there could be a way to develop a software that uses the 3D data about the object you print to use laser engraving as a way to increase detail and smoothness of the object... Like if the printing itself could have a "high detail" option that spits the process on "printing and engraving ones" where first prints the object and later the laser achieves better fidelity of the model removing/melting some areas of the material... making edges smoother saving time with sandpaper etc...

[@mtraven23]

I know modern milling machines can add metal to a part & then mill it to dimension. what you're talking about is pretty much the same, but with a laser...so its infinitely cooler. I see you posted 3 years ago, you know of anyone whose put this into action?

[@BioClone]

@@mtraven23 I think some very specialized equivalents use something similar, but more intended for industrial and specialized works, like could be Nasa for example, or others with needs of making prototypes with very low margin of error. For the typical market, has been the resin based printers the ones that got cheaper and better

[@jakefoley9039]

Good work! You should make a video on using the laser to raster images clearly onto different materials

[@JakesWorkshop]

+Jake Foley thanks, I was thinking of doing that in a few weeks :)

[@LeoGarCru]

It works in acrylic??

[@Javidesu1999]

Can i put it a laser of 40w? Or it’s to much?

[@ercankr75]

Thank you very much for the link I saw very useful

[@mikesnapper9001]

What wattage would i need to engrave silk screen into pcbs?

[@shelby50411]

cant find the inkscape plugins can you provide direct links to the file and not just the general website?

[@sandrorenatomonteiro6092]

Can this engrave in plastic?

[@saorajagaming5143]

Can the laser cut acrilyc 5mm ??

[@DarthCrack]

HI! What firmware do you use? Do you have to change something in it?

[@JakesWorkshop]

+Michał Malara I am using inkscape to convert path to g-code, you have to add just an extension

[@DarthCrack]

I know. I mean what firmware do you have in your printer?

[@UzunKamis]

02:30 You can use some spacers between the laser head and the acrylic holder.

[@kokoksudarbo4719]

How to make it engraved the whole picture? Not jusr the edges?

[@thebeststooge]

I took mine off as it sucked for engraving but the 2500 was great for cutting.

[@mustafaaslan1520]

Hello. I did it the way you did, but the laser's on. I turn the fan on and off, but the laser is on continuously. The fan input is connected, the output is also the TTL port. Where am I doing wrong? Can you give me an e-mail?

[@selamawitmekuria734]

I am having the same problem and was wondering if u figured it out?

[@shelby50411]

Fyi you cant use any 12v power supply it must be regulated ps.....most non regulated power supplies will output much more than the volts listed....my 12v non reg supplies output like 16-19v....

[@ybpvin]

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[@Bonez888]

Can u do this on aluminum? I wanted engrave a knife blade.

[@RenatoSilva-up6fv]

Bonez P not with this laser's no

[@Ginatto]

Can I change the firmware?

[@wolfking1985]

Can you use a p55nfo6 regulator instead?

[@JakesWorkshop]

+wolfking1985 as long as it outputs 5V then it is ok :)

[@jujucattys156]

hi m8 can unhelp om trying to donthis to an anet a2

[@Mani-tp4xg]

I have a question... I have followed all your instructions, but the laser just stays on. When i change the fan speed, the voltage goes from 0 to 5 v

[@darkracer1252]

how?? my regulator just outputs 5v. it's either 0v or 5v at 2% fanspeed and above. i have the same problem btw. laser just stays on

[@Mani-tp4xg]

I solved it with a voltage divider... there are many calculators in the internet

[@darkracer1252]

@@Mani-tp4xg oh yeah. I had capacitors on my voltage regulator. So they would take the pwm signal and just output a steady and smooth 5v I could not control my laser because apparantly the driver needs to warm up first. But its getting way too hot. I am just going to skip the ttl port and do it like his 500mw video. Except using a sepperate psu and a mosfet

[@Mani-tp4xg]

darkracer125 the laser needs a 5v pwm signal The voltage divider just regulates the voltage from 12v pwm to 5v pwm

[@RainyTank]

Anyone else have an issue where G2 and G3 commands are ignored? Repetier host says those are unknown. I end up having only straight lines, no curves. Pls help!

[@darkracer1252]

i have the exact same setup. (only i also have capacitors before and after the lm8705cv) instead of sepperate psu i use same atx psu as the 3d printer.(a sepperate 12v rail) and as soon as i turn on the printer. the laser is on. and when i set fan speed anywhere between 0% and 100% it does not matter. laser is always on. and always same power

[@selamawitmekuria734]

I am having the same issue and was wondering if you figured it out?

[@darkracer1252]

@@selamawitmekuria734 i didn't not before my co2 laser cutter arrived. At that point i kindof forgot about this laser

[@ElectroMac74]

hi can you engrave laptop notebook lid alumium with a 2.5 w laser?

[@suriyabala5860]

Is this Laser will cut 1 mm stainless steel

[@darkracer1252]

pretty sure you know by now. but no. not even with a million passes.

[@davidw7015]

How does the printer control connect to the laser? What commands are in the Gcode to turn it on and set the power output?

[@ТатьянаАлександровнаМохова]

it was very interesting

[@NathanielMitchellnm]

That's awesome.

[@JakesWorkshop]

+Nathaniel Mitchell thanks mate!

[@thegingerbeardman6025]

Why wouldn't you just print out a second bracket dedicated to the laser?

[@ИванПопов-п7и]

hello. I have a 3D printer Flying Bear Tornado 1 power 24v. I Want to install a diode laser on it. In order to cut thick paper in one pass. Please tell me what laser power to choose? Will I need to feed air to the cutting area to cut the paper?Will this 2500 mW laser module work for me? Здравствуйте. У меня 3д принтер Flying Bear Tornado 1 питание 24 в. Хочу установить на него диодный лазер. Для того, чтобы одним проходом вырезать плотную бумагу, как ватман. Подскажите пожалуйста какую мощность лазера выбрать? Понадобится ли мне для реза бумаги подавать воздух в место реза?Подойдёт ли мне этот лазерный модуль 2500 мВт? aliexpress.ru/item/32919376971.html?spm=a2g0s.8937460.0.0.457c2e0eemm4c0&fbclid=IwAR1ROUziKtGqZDj8Qgc9oLAKnum25eRMk-G7qEf5F8RPZD5FT7AwOt-ywBU

[@ffstructures]

Thank You !!

[@seanzacharyuy7647]

When I give my module 5v it stays on, when it disconnect it, it stays on. What can I do?

[@selamawitmekuria734]

I have the same problem and was wondering if you figured it out?

[@excellenceinanimation960]

What if you need to cut like 30-20 inch boards? I guess you need a larger printer! Ugg this will be expensive!

[@ronlan1984]

Can you install a laser and still 3d print

[@JakesWorkshop]

+Ronnie Laniohan yes! You wouldnneed to print a holder for both and you are ready to go :)

[@darkracer1252]

i can also just get a 12v laser and skip the step down regulator.

[@kosator]

Any 3d printer ?? ...so my CTC 3d printer is not any. I don't have a clue how to connect laser to my printer. This video is not helpful for me.

[@sonicpossum]

Yes. I’ve done it with two of my printers, one delta and one cartesian. Power cables to the 12v port on the main power supply ( or separate adapter, your choice ) and the signal to the extruder fan (with buck converter depending on the laser’s voltage) this vid is about as straightforward as they get. It can be done through the extruder but you’ll need to modify the gcode.

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[@lasersbee]

Nice project... BUT... 1:28... Time to learn to solder properly... Heard of Flux ????

[@JakesWorkshop]

+lasersbee thanks :) Yea I have heard about that, I think It is already present in the core of soldering wires

[@zaprodk]

@@JakesWorkshop It is in the solder, but it burns after a few seconds, so that's why you solder quickly and add fresh solder just when you solder, and don't "reuse" it.

[@gaetanlecuyer6872]

if you go faster it will be much easier to follow you thanks

[@Zodliness]

High powered laser projects of any kind are extremely dangerous and require clear warnings/precautions and safety announcements prior to viewing, Safety glasses alone are not sufficient beam protection, precautions you yourself failed to observe, or make the viewer fully aware of the serious risk of permanent injury/blindness commonly associated with these types of conversion projects. Your re-wiring was shoddy and untidy (bordering unsafe) and a soldering technique that only demonstrated the incompetence of an amateur. A renowned British surgeon amputated his own big toe with a laser scalpel, following a momentary lapse of concentration... an experienced professional who knew what he was doing! This is my opinion, I could be wrong.

[@lilmixcom]

I have been working with and building high powered (5kw+) lasers professionally for over 10 years and while I agree that all lasers can be very dangerous. Stop talking crap and people might take you more seriously. There is NO way that "A renowned British surgeon amputated his own big toe with a laser scalpel". Lasers require focusing to be their most effective. Laser scalpels peak out in the hundreds of watts max. This is FAR from a power level required to penetrate and feed along flesh and bone to completely amputate a small finger in a accidental swipe! Even with a high pressure assist gas typically used for alloy cutting. It just didn't happen "following a momentary lapse of concentration". Either that surgeon was deliberately cutting off their own toe. Or your argument is full of falsehoods and makes the whole comment redundant.

[@danielgrohmann5850]

i have a tevo tornado, which works with a 24V board instead of 12V, is there any modification that I Should do to the wiring part?

[@miniprinter7564]

Hi, maybe It's to late hahahah, but I am planing to do this on my jgmaker magic and I think you'll need a 24 to 5v regulator instead of a 12 to 5v regulator, I'm not an expert and might be wrong! let me know if you manage to do this!