Longer B1 30 watt- Clacktical upgrades

My initial impressions of the machine were good. A few modifications and now its GREAT. Reviewing the Longer B1 30 watt after several days of use.
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[@Jeff1Jeff2Jeff3Jeff]

very nice ... your acrylic focusing tool is a brilliant idea .. using your idea, I can now make a tool for focusing for several depths of ply .. brilliant idea Mr.Clack!

[@TheClackShack]

Yea, I have made those for several of my machines. You can also make steps for adjusting

[@waynestewart8995]

Love your style in the videos. Great explanations and your admitting to mistakes makes me feel like I can continue learning and not beat myself up when I find errors in my work. Do you have a video where you build the enclosure you are using for the Longer B1? Also, do you offer the test file you show on your Etsy page or somewhere else? I bought the 20 watt version and would love to do similar tests. I'm pretty new to the laser hobby and would love an assist in testing the laser.

[@TheClackShack]

I don’t have anything on the current enclosure. I use test files that I generate in the lightburn tool. Under laser tools

[@josephbaechler1840]

Nice machine. When it comes with an extension that will be my next machine!

[@TheClackShack]

I would love an extension kit. They have a 40 watt on presale too..

[@jimmylee6247]

Thanks for sharing this. I have the Longer 10watt and have said, from the beginning, that the air assist nozzle was too large. Now I have to figure out how to solve the issue and get mine working better. I does good but maybe a smaller nozzle will stop my charring to. But, of course, I just need larger and more power🤣🤣

[@TheClackShack]

The Blue tape over the exit works... Not really a long term solution

[@MakinSmoke]

"Clacktical" lol you Clack me up

[@TheClackShack]

I try..

[@grdutton]

What did you use for the window in your enclosure? Amazon link?

[@TheClackShack]

I get it from JTech photonics. I use the 12x24 sheets.

[@srae40]

I just got one of those 2 months ago and I think I am going to take the cover off also, What mm did you get when you measured for focusing, Ill do mine next week and just want to have someone else results for comparison. Thanks, by the way love your template for the b1

[@TheClackShack]

Just measure the height of the cover and add the thickness of the focusing tool I don't remember what it was

[@chucklenz9011]

Have u tried flipping the Part and burn 1 cut from the bottom side. I realize there is a programming and positional hardships to overcome but it MIGHT overcome the heave charring and pitting.

[@TheClackShack]

A little sanding and it works out. For what they are used for, perfection isn’t required.

[@tanddbi2005]

ok what size do they have to do 20" circular projects. do they make a larger one.

[@TheClackShack]

In the diode family, Atomstack A70 Max, Sculpfun S30 ultra or Neje 3 Max are about the only options currently.

[@leschtispequeux2483]

Hi, where I can buy this air assist nozzle?

[@TheClackShack]

The one that I am using was bought for my XTool D1. I just used the cone.

[@jerrytimm9751]

Jerry Timm I have a x Tool the D1 and I'd like to buy the templates and jigs that you've made for your machines how do I need to do this?

[@TheClackShack]

www.etsy.com/shop/TheClackShack

[@terrymaxwell5705]

I guess it doesn't like me putting a link to a website. But will the air assist nozzle that they sale on Longers website fit a B1 30 or 40 watt so if I order one will it help it is a 2.5 mm. Thanks

[@TheClackShack]

I only see the ray 5 kit for sale on their site. I am running a cone for a D1, there are lots to choose from out there.

[@billmurphyoutdoors337]

Is there a z axis adjuster that will work with the b1 I have the 40 watt but with my big hands it's hard to adjust with the placement of the set screw...thanks Bill

[@TheClackShack]

I haven’t seen one… The screw is kinda hard to get to

[@billmurphyoutdoors337]

Thank you

[@terrymaxwell5705]

One more question do you know what the outer dimensions of the B1 30w is? Thank you

[@TheClackShack]

I recommend 30x30 to allow for cable movement.

[@ainttakenanyshit]

I am thoroughly impressed with my new Longer B1 36 and as the stock air assist pump is just OK, I added an external "fish air pump" to my system. I bought extra 2 pin "aviation" type connectors to connect to the 24VDC air assist connection from the Longer B1 to control a relay to switch the 120VAC the external pump requires. Having MUCH electrical design experience, I knew that **most if not all DC relays NEED a "protection diode" across the relay's coil input**. When a DC relay is turned off the collapsing magnetic field produces a "kickback" voltage to the device supplying the voltage to the relay. This voltage can be several hundred volts and this will not be kind to the device supplying the voltage, (your laser). The diode is connected with the Cathode, (little bar end), to the positive DC coil lead and the Anode, (looks like letter A when viewed upright), to the negative DC coil lead.... A typical diode for this use is a 1N4007 - 700 PIV - peak inverse volts, at 1 amp. I would suggest to any user that also hooks up and external AC powered air assist pump controlled by a external relay to use this one dollar part to help prevent damage to your equipment.... My Longer uses pin 1 for the positive 24 volts with pin 2 being negative. Use your voltmeter to be certain....

[@TheClackShack]

I use shop air and pneumatic relays. Worked fine for many months now. Thanks

[@ainttakenanyshit]

@@TheClackShack You are lucky. "shop air" is AIR, pneumatic relays use ELECTRICITY. The DC relay has yet to kill the laser by the voltage kickback from when the relay's magnetic field collapses - turns off. I can only point out the dangers of an UN-protecteed relay, the advise is SOLID, and you can feel free to ignore my advise.... LOOK UP RELAY PROTECTION DIODE... DOUBLE-DOG DARE YOU...................

[@victorsimerson1095]

Do you know how tall focus block is for longer ray5 10w can't find mine

[@TheClackShack]

Sorry, I don't recall. A friend on mine has the machine. You should be able to fire the laser on really low power and watch the spot size to determine it. Wearing glasses of course. I use .25% output

[@victorsimerson1095]

@@TheClackShack I just found mine rolled on floor behind trash can I measured it and it is 50 mm tall so you can help someone if you get that question again I appreciate all the help you have given me

[@TheUnofficialMaker]

TOO long

[@TheClackShack]

That is a matter of perspective...

[@ainttakenanyshit]

I've heard that the B1 cannot use "current position" when aligning the work-piece. What is YOUR story - the REAL deal? Thanks. Hank

[@TheClackShack]

I use lightburn, occasionally I will use current and park in the center. I haven’t had any issues.

[@ainttakenanyshit]

Since I am electrically inclined, as are your other viewers, do you care to share the pin-out wiring of the control box connector for the factory air assist connection?? That would be much appreciated by ALL, I'm certain.... Thanks. Hank

[@TheClackShack]

Not sure I am following, the cable only has 2 wires in it black and red. I used the stock pigtail for my shop air and tested the outputs.

[@ainttakenanyshit]

@@TheClackShack OK, so the stock circular connector that connects to the control box for the supplied air pump only supplies a switched DC voltage, BLK=neg / RED=pos, that powers their pump, (or an aftermarket pump)?? GREAT. I'll buy an additional plug so as not to destroy the factory pump wiring. Thank you for the info.. Hank

[@ainttakenanyshit]

Using a relay is good idea to control a solenoid for shop air, but, to NOT protect your laser's control circuit by using a diode across the relay coil is just plain stupid....

[@TheClackShack]

I do not take the parts apart and confirm the wiring. They are made for this application. I guess I am JUST PLAIN STUPID. Have a good day.

[@ainttakenanyshit]

@@TheClackShack To clarify, If someone is unaware of a device that will protect something and has not used it, that is just being uninformed. Now, if someone knows of a device to protect something and, chooses not to use it, then, THAT is being stupid.... I'm not saying one way or another about your knowledge base, but, at least I made an attempt to inform the readers that there IS a device that WILL protect your equipment.... **A 1 dollar 1N4007 diode** across a DC relay protects against "back EMF".... cheers....