Longer RAY 5 Laser Modifications

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LONGER RAY5 is the first engraving machine with a built-in touch screen that easily enables offline use by loading your project onto a micro SD card and then working from the built in touchscreen. This frees up your computer as it does not have to be tethered to the laser while it is working.
Shown in this video are some of the little mods I have done on the Longer Ray 5 Laser Engraver to better suit what I will be using it for, including a baseboard with a grid, 3D printed mounting feet that allows easy removal, and a custom X axis cable "elevator".
Where you can get one:
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Thingiverse link to grid and mounting feet: www.thingiverse.com/thing:491...
Be sure to watch for additional videos covering this laser coming up soon.

[@15belany]

Had a friend print the feet and the risers. I then downloaded your spoil board grid. Both are excellent and I just wanted to drop a note saying thanks for providing these things! Funny how much better my rotary runs now that it is secured and perfectly aligned….

[@OregonFishingGuy]

Thanks for a great video Roger. I just ordered this today! WooHoo, looking to have some fun with this!

[@RustyGlovebox]

Nice additions Roger and will be great to add

[@richo2711]

Thank you Roger, nice video. I'm going to print it for my Longer Ray 5

[@cesarruiz3958]

Hi Roger great video, by any chance do you have the file for the cable holder?

[@keithleeth9768]

I was seeing if I could get the cable “elevator “ file aswell?

[@mlbuxbaum]

how do i get all images from the spoilboard grid to show up in lightburn? it stacks them on top of each other and i cant see them all

[@228vincent]

Roger, as usual, Thank you for all of your work on these videos. would i be able to get the stl file for the wire loom? I've looked every where, and cant find one.

[@rogersshop]

Email me at [e-mail] and I will send it to you.

[@DanielPintoBigshot]

Hi Roger, I have instaled the limit switches in my Ray5 10W and I can not find the proper firmware, can you help me, please?

[@rogersshop]

This is the most current: drive.google.com/file/d/1Kq4SogU4qEASyZMtCBwR4tLYgqhqsbvE/view

[@mrsjbarber]

I’m really enjoying your videos…. I’m wanting to make this board and I know you said it was just a 3/4 inch scrap but could you give dimensions of the board please?

[@rogersshop]

Roughly 24" x 24"

[@vernecottingim3466]

Where can a person find those mounting feet and program to make the spoil board grids ? My wife and I are just starting and also what settings would work best on the 5w longer to etch white tile

[@rogersshop]

Grid: www.thingiverse.com/thing:4917083 Not exactly for this laser, but it works perfectly. Mounting feet and/or risers: moonshinecrafts.com/product-category/laser-mounts-accessories/ To etch painted, white ceramic tile, you really need to run a burn test as every laser differs a little bit.

[@user-yb4xj4jy3d]

Roger. I have a Ray5 and would like to know where I can buy the 4 feet set for my Ray5 to mount to a board - and risers for raising the frame for rotary. Thanks.

[@rogersshop]

moonshinecrafts.com/product-category/laser-mounts-accessories/

[@yankeejwb]

I know you don’t plan on using the ray5 for rotary but if I wanted to do so, what’s a simple way to raise the frame to accommodate it? Just uniformly sized blocking?

[@rogersshop]

Quart paint cans actually work pretty good. I'm in the process of designing some risers, similar to what I designed for the Ortur LM3 and Jicoda L1 lasers. Just not perfected yet. There will be a video on these soon.

[@juniorrod3035]

Hello Rodger, thanks for the great video. I’m not sure if I’m missing it but is it possible to get the link to the grid? Thank you so much!

[@rogersshop]

www.thingiverse.com/thing:4917083 is the grid I used here. Not for this laser, but it works,,,,,,,,

[@dragonshoarddesign3094]

where do I get the ring that is holding up the cables?

[@novcon]

Can you tell me where you purchased your goggles. I have been looking, but cannot seem to find the one that fit over glasses. I just purchased the 10 watt version of the Ray five with the air assist. I can't wait to use it.

[@rogersshop]

I like these. Not cheap, but fit well: Cloudray Laser Safety Glasses 1064nm 532nm 355nm OD7+ CE Protective Goggles amzn.to/3WmPnIA

[@Eyephonestories]

Hi Roger! Love your videos. Where can I find the graph for the spoil board? Also what’s the recommendable settings for cutting plexiglass with the longer ray 5w… or am I going to struggle?

[@rogersshop]

Link to grid is in the video description. Do NOT cut Plexiglass unless it is specified as acrylic! Regular Acrylic (in colors) is Ok, but some Plexiglass will generate chlorine gas which is not only harmful to humans, but will corrode everything metal on the laser if it is not pure Acrylic.

[@cwills75]

@@rogersshop I have some cast acrylic on order I would like to cut (it's specified as laser cutter compatible from MakerStock). With the 5.5W laser, do you have any recommended speeds or number of passes? The acrylic is paper backed on each side, do I leave that on, or take it off and then put something dark underneath? Thanks!

[@rogersshop]

@@cwills75 If the acrylic is clear, this is near-impossible with a diode laser, even with a black background, as you will have more melting than a clean cut. When cutting acrylic, I usually use my CO2 laser, and always if clear. You will need to remove the paper from both sides. As a starting point (With a black under piece, like painted aluminum or steel), try 100 mm/min at 90% power and 4 passes for 2mm thick. This is what I use on black acrylic on a 5 watt laser. If the acrylic is clear, or a light color, don't expect a smooth cut as it will melt on the edges.

[@cwills75]

@@rogersshop OK, thanks. The acrylic is a smoke grey, with 25% light transmittance.

[@174859607]

I don't have a 3d printer do you sell the feet? such a great idea

[@rogersshop]

Yes: moonshinecrafts.com/product-category/laser-mounts-accessories/

[@D.B_Cooper]

I realize that this is a long shot since this video is old but would you happen to know the height of the focus column? I have googled it and I cant find the measurement.

[@rogersshop]

30mm

[@D.B_Cooper]

Thank you

[@bobhouston6409]

Nice video! Has anyone ever told you that you sound like Howard on the Andy Griffith show?

[@rogersshop]

😃Yes. Also have been told I can do a perfect imitation of Tom Bodet that does the Motel 6 commercials. Leaving the light on.....

[@JimBell20]

Can you provide either the stl file or a link to the round guide shown in the video? Thanks,

[@rogersshop]

moonshinecrafts.com/product/generic-laser-x-axis-cable-support-loop/ is the link to purchase it. If you want the STL, email me to [e-mail]

[@patriotic_salt]

Do your safety goggles provide stronger protection? Where did you order them from? Longer gives you generic laser safety glasses BUT they are safety in the most generic sense

[@rogersshop]

Orange is actually the proper color for a blue diode laser. Here is what I use: amzn.to/48CPTI2

[@farcow]

Where did you get your laser safety glasses? I havent found a good solution for over the glasses, also maybe I missed it... but you must have limit switches to find center?

[@rogersshop]

These are what I use: amzn.to/4aVRXgz Perfect for over glasses. To work from Absolute Coordinates, the laser needs to have limit switches in order to identify Home and have a starting reference point. Otherwise, it has no reference to go to center.

[@SmitHVAC.]

Where can we find the cable elevator? I found it once and can't find it again

[@rogersshop]

moonshinecrafts.com/product/generic-laser-x-axis-cable-support-loop/

[@fullcircleretrospective9913]

Can you please point me to where I can buy those mounting feet for the Longer Ray 5?

[@rogersshop]

moonshinecrafts.com/product-category/laser-mounts-accessories/

[@thomassullivan6753]

Hello, I have just received my first ever laser machine and I was wondering since I do not own a 3d printer where can I find the 3d printed items in this video? I am referring to the cord lift and the mounting feet!/bracket.

[@rogersshop]

moonshinecrafts.com/product-category/laser-mounts-accessories/

[@thomassullivan6753]

Thank you, but unfortunately the cost of shipping is more than double the cost of the mounting feet themselves. They look great though.

[@guybaryo3244]

Great video. Is there a link to the custom X axis cable "elevator" shown in the video? Thanks

[@rogersshop]

moonshinecrafts.com/product/generic-laser-x-axis-cable-support-loop/

[@guybaryo3244]

Man, the shipping is double the cost is the item. Is there a way to pay you for the 3d file?

[@rogersshop]

@@guybaryo3244 Can't help that. USPS is what it is. Email me at [e-mail] and I can send you the STL file. Be sure to state what you want!

[@guybaryo3244]

Sorry, didn’t mean to imply that it was your shipping policy.

[@ciromartello6843]

you can help me choose which one I have to buy laser engraver that engraves and is more precise, I don't care about the cut but the engraving between which to choose ATOMSTACK S10 PRO 50W or Atomstack X7 Pro 50W or laser SCULPFUN S10 thanks

[@rogersshop]

I have no experience using the Sculpfun brand, so have no basis to make a comparison. Atomstack, Longer, Ortur, and xTool are all on the same level as far as precision. The Twotrees unit I have, not so much. It has a lot of issues due to poor quality control. The Sainsmart unit I have is very precise, but has a very small work area.

[@ciromartello6843]

@@rogersshop Grazie

[@chrismurphy2641]

Do you have the stl for the leg mounts ?

[@rogersshop]

Same foot as used on the Ortur: www.thingiverse.com/thing:4917083/files

[@jamesrussell8404]

has anyone had problem with the screw langth for the isolation column step 6

[@rogersshop]

what was your problem?

[@jamesrussell8404]

@@rogersshop the 2 screws are too short

[@mellissaerb8819]

Hi Roger, I see you also have a XTool D1. I am in the market for my first laser. I will be using it for all of the things you use it for. Which one do you prefer the best? The XTool or the Longer Ray 5?

[@rogersshop]

This depends on your ended use. The xTool is higher powered, which is handy for cutting. The Longer Ray is less powered, but has a finer, more accurate beam for engraving. I use the xTool for any cutting jobs. I use my others for engraving on wood, ceramic tiles, and coated glass. The Xtool is used for engraving on stainless steel and glass. I use my Ortur for rotary engraving.

[@mellissaerb8819]

@@rogersshop thanks! The xTool it is! Love your videos! I’m into sublimation too. Your the coolest grandpa! I’m sure your grand daughter is thrilled that you are so handy

[@jquevedo99]

What it’s the length of the focus

[@rogersshop]

30mm for 5.5 watt. 50mm for 10 watt.

[@vernecottingim3466]

Where can one find a 3d file for the cable guide ?

[@rogersshop]

email me at [e-mail] and I can send you the STL

[@vernecottingim3466]

Received the file and printed the part thank you

[@traviscalvin431]

What safety glasses do you use? I don't know why, but I don't trust the glasses that come with these low-priced lasers.

[@rogersshop]

Link to what I use: amzn.to/3t90mtg Other options: amzn.to/3zDEwQ2 amzn.to/3JS6mN9

[@jonwoodworker]

I love your content. But, 30 secs of your music and 15 secs more of intro music and logo hurts my head. By the time you get in to it, I've waisted 1 min of my time.