Upgrade Your Laser Rotary

[@techedfireman4981]

I have been keeping this tab open for a while...waiting for school to start to pull the trigger on this add-on. Looks like it's time to pull the trigger on this.

[@ManCrafting]

Awesome Nick. Are you going to make it to Maker Faire in NY next week?

[@HarnealMedia]

Cool upgrade Chad. Glad to see you found a way to make the smaller cups easier

[@ManCrafting]

Harneal Media thanks Steve! I was just with Drew and he said Eloy is moving to MS.

[@HarnealMedia]

Its possible. Depends on if he gets a good offer on his place. He is looking anyways

[@pen25]

backing off breaks the chip and allows it to fall. great video

[@ManCrafting]

Thanks. Good point. I cut out my longer description where I also talked about oil. It was getting a little long.

[@gretchindg]

You said in a different video this rotary came “with” your Boss...is this a Boss factory unit?

[@ManCrafting]

This rotary is the one that came with the boss.

[@wilson7978]

where can I purchase that kit

[@FredMcIntyre]

Awesome work Chad! 👍👊

[@ManCrafting]

Fred McIntyre thanks Fred! See you in two weeks.

[@FredMcIntyre]

@@ManCrafting 😃👍👊

[@bradjanuchowski8471]

I bought kit as well works great

[@ManCrafting]

Brad Januchowski awesome. Glad it’s working out for you.

[@claddison44]

I am new to laser I am setting up my roller now. I am having the same problem starting off with my new roller on my machine.

[@andrewcundiff9724]

so dumb question where can I still get these up grades?

[@ManCrafting]

rotaryattachments.com/

[@ManCrafting]

ManCrafting should get you a discount.

[@FranksDIY]

Awesome. I'd love to get some frank's diy cups for 2k give away

[@ManCrafting]

Franks DIY send me a message and we can talk about it.

[@nmopzzz]

at 4:47 it says you ended up moving this back, did you have to drill new holes? if so, how far did you move them?

[@edwardbrown561]

You basically made it like epilogue's rim jig. Be careful, that pinch can sometimes be too much and the cup (mostly shot glasses) will torque and ride up the free wheels. Out of everything I've tried on this type of jig, the best is weight. But it can't move and roll around. If you shoot guns, many companies make sand bags for table rest. I had 8 different sizes made, lengths/diameter that I stuff into the cups. Works amazingly. I'm not your about your O ring material but keep them clean, preferably with alcohol and they will stay nice oil free and sticky How do you like your boss? I've always ran Epilogue and Trotec but have been thinking about a 1416 for educational purposes

[@ManCrafting]

I have used that method myself, the only downside is having to continually move the weights for tumbler to tumbler. The new rotary I'm using is the new company making the upgrade kit. I haven't had any issues so far and I've tried a lot of styles. No shot glasses, but I will now. rotaryattachments.com/product... Enter ManCrafting as a coupon code for 5% off on your purchase As for the Boss... My advice would be to look at Aeonlaser.us I think you'll find it closer in quality to what you are used to for a price similar to Boss. Trotec and Epilog are the Ferrari and Porshe of lasers with a price to match. I have found the Aeon platform to be really nice with great pricing comparatively. They have something equivalent to the 1416.

[@rockett8080]

hola, buen video, una pregunta, se puede adaptar a cualquier impresora laser?

[@abcdefghijklmnop0624]

Is the clamp the method of preventing the tumblers from slipping as it rotates?

[@ManCrafting]

It’s the best method I’ve used. I used to weigh them down. But this is a more secure method.

[@BarefootBushcraft]

Awesome video my friend! I just found your channel and became a supporter :) Like #31. Keep up the great work!

[@ManCrafting]

Barefoot Bushcraft thanks! I appreciate the support.

[@BarefootBushcraft]

ManCraftingTM you are very welcome :)

[@GORD0007]

cool!

[@ManCrafting]

Thanks.

[@Tuffenough4u]

I have no idea why no one has ever just build a double motor setup that drives both ends of the roller.

[@ManCrafting]

Me either. Maybe they could be out of sync.

[@josephgauthier5018]

the rotaryattachments link is broken. it gives a 404 error.

[@ManCrafting]

Thanks for letting me know. Here is the link. I’ll fix it. rotaryattachments.com/?wpam_id=2

[@josephgauthier5018]

@@ManCrafting im happy to help

[@lucky8ball796]

Very Cool.. I watched this video last week and ordered the upgrade kit right then.. It arrived 10 minutes ago. Time to install it.. Thanks for sharing .. I can finally get rid of the makeshift wooden stop blocks and magnets.. peAce

[@ManCrafting]

Lucky8 Ball haha. I know the feeling. Glad you found it helpful. 👊🏼

[@TheoA1177]

Guy no longer makes these...any other source out there?

[@ManCrafting]

That's unfortunate. Ask Jason Rife. He's certainly capable of making one. The other person that might be able to make one is Le Bratan. He's making a new rotary and is certainly capable as well.

[@phunkissartisticcreations2316]

We've been snooping around your channel ever since we got back from the New York Maker Faire and wow...you have some great stuff on here. Thanks for all your fantastic advice and encouragement this past weekend and we look forward to meeting up with you again soon.

[@ManCrafting]

You guys are awesome. Hope all is well. I’ll be in the area in the next few weeks possibly. I’ll let you know.

[@arthurclem9606]

Hey man just watched the video on the upgrade kit. Wondering where I can find the kit online or do you have a link to it? Thanks

[@ManCrafting]

rotaryattachments.com/?wpam_id=2

[@ManCrafting]

Once you go to the link you can search for the one you need. There’s different models.

[@lucky8ball796]

Btw: what are the settings you used on the powder coated tumblers?? peAce

[@ManCrafting]

Lucky8 Ball .08 35 power and 300 speed on a 100w

[@racingreefer]

I was wondering what laser u have and vinyl cutter u use. I am trying to start a my own Business out of my garage doing powder coating and hydro dipping

[@ManCrafting]

Racing Reefer this is a Boss Laser. Definitely check my other vids. If you have questions send me an email. [e-mail] I’ve been using this vinyl cutter. amzn.to/2p2pGmn

[@racingreefer]

Thanks a lot, I have watched a few already like the cup that u and your daughter did that was cool a did a guitar for a buddy that way just with automotive clearcoat. Might start a new Channel name to go with my little Business I’m starting or hopefully can start the is just my reef tank/salt water fish tank build I did

[@ManCrafting]

Racing Reefer awesome! Let me know if you do.

[@customwoodworking5937]

I have the Boss rotary like the one you show. The problem I am having is on Yeti cups with the heavy handle. When the handle is close to horizontal the cup will roll back down and won't complete the rotation. Will this attachment prevent this.

[@ManCrafting]

That’s exactly why it was created.

[@customwoodworking5937]

@@ManCrafting Thank you. I just ordered one but it won't be here for 2 weeks. When I get it I will let you know how it works for me.

[@ManCrafting]

Awesome. You’ll be happy to have the upgrade. It’s a little better design now so it should be easier to install.

[@nmopzzz]

Couple questions. How much of a pucker factor was it drilling in to your $800 rotary? :) Have you shared this add on with Boss Laser?

[@ManCrafting]

It’s on the Boss Laser Owners Facebook Page and there are employees that pop in for advice. So I’m sure they are aware. If it was the first week, probably a lot more than owning it for 2 years. 🤣.

[@designguyjared7648]

I drilled into my $1500 Epilog rotary with no hesitation. lol My rotary has paid for itself so many times over the last year, I guess it didn't bother me. And yes, there is one particular Boss employee that highly recommends my mods. I don't think the company cares as much though, because the rotary they sell isn't their own. It's just a generic Chinese rotary that's used on other brands of lasers like Full Spectrum. I guess they could choose to package it up with their stuff, but that complicates the process for them.

[@dangkolache]

Our epilog rotary came with the helper roller on the top but I'm going to have to look into the rest of these upgrades. I really wish epilog made a cone style like trotec does, I've been thinking about how I can convert or make an adapter or something for our rotary. Not sure if it's possible without being too tall.

[@ManCrafting]

Garrett N Jared makes a kit specifically for the Epilog. That’s actually the laser he owns. If you go to the link in my description, it’s on the same Etsy page.

[@designguyjared7648]

Hey, Garrett! I originally designed this for my rotary that came with my Helix, as I have some pretty insane mods that I use on mine. I can certainly get you taken care of with these other parts. There is a company that makes a cone style upgrade for Epilogs. You can find them on ebay when you search for "Turbo Accelerator Epilog". I haven't done that upgrade yet because I'm convinced that this closed style nozzle is the reason so many other lasers have problems with the lens burning out. You would have to have extremely clean and dry air to keep particles from collecting on the lens, and it would make regular cleaning a bit more of a hassle.

[@defaltoption]

look on E bay for a Unimig air filter if you are using a compressor to supply air. they dry and remove oil as well as removing other impurities.

[@thomasash743]

What brand rotary axis is this? The one I have at the moment sit really high and can't get much under laser head.

[@ManCrafting]

This one is made by Boss. But if you want one that is designed for lower places go here. jercustomdesigns.com/shop?olsPage=products%2Frotoboss-rotary-attachment-rtb-rtr-ttc

[@ManCrafting]

I spoke with the designer and he said he’s working on a 3rd rotary that is even lower. Something that would even work with a K40 style laser. I’m sure it would still require some mods to the bottom of the laser though.

[@ManCrafting]

Last thing and I’m done. Use code ManCrafting for 5% Off. 👍🏼

[@SkullyWoodMetal]

Where did you buy the kit in the video? I checked your link and he only sells kits for the rotarys that he sells. I would have to buy one of his machines to buy the kit.

[@ManCrafting]

rotaryattachments.com/ contact them if the kit you need doesn’t show up. I’m not sure what kit you need?

[@SkullyWoodMetal]

@@ManCrafting I need the kit you showed in the video. Rotary Attachments says they don't make anything like what you show in your video and they don't know where you got it. I appreciate your time.

[@ManCrafting]

rotaryattachments.com/product/improved-rotary-roller-clamp-kit/

[@davidthompson9359]

At time 10:51, the grey L-bracket on the left. Has that stopped the rotation? I would think if it's too tight you could run into an issue. Great DEMO though. I just finished testing the alignment of my first Laser cutter and have the same setup to test later on. Good accessories for it and the larger O-rings make sense.

[@ManCrafting]

David Thompson the rotation stopped because the image was complete. The L should just be there to prevent drift. Definitely not tight.

[@go-cgraphics6029]

Do I spy a Diresta ice pick?

[@ManCrafting]

Go-C Graphics yep.

[@go-cgraphics6029]

I posted that before I got to the end of the video where you mention Diresta. LOL I need to order one of those.

[@ManCrafting]

Go-C Graphics I’ll be at Jimmy’s in November and hanging out with him in about 12 days in New York. He’s a great guy. I bought it to support him but it’s actually turned out to be pretty useful.

[@magzter68]

I got my kit when Jared first started selling them and I LOVE THEM!

[@ManCrafting]

Maggie Mata awesome. Thanks for sharing your experience with these. I’ve had this for a while, but because I wanted to do the video on it I was slow to do it since making the video complicates what is a very simple job. I’m really glad I have it done now.

[@designguyjared7648]

Thanks for sharing the love, Maggie! :D

[@magzter68]

I have a question for you. I have a Boss and the same rotary. I'm have a problem with it. It engraves circles in an oblog shape. What Steps for Rations and Roller Diameter do you plug in? Thanks for helping.

[@ManCrafting]

Maggie Mata make sure you put a ruler to the circle. It may not be oblong. The curve of the cup can make it seem that way. I’ll have to look at my settings, but I know they were different on my 1416 and our 1630.

[@claddison44]

Where can I get one at

[@ManCrafting]

rotaryattachments.com/product

[@claddison44]

ManCraftingTM Thanks I went to your site. The one I saw there is different than your video. Will it still work on my roller. I have a LS1420 with the Boss rotary roller. I have hade the machine a couple of months but my roller just came in a couple of week ago. I have a big learning curve so I was in no hurry to install it. Now I have started learning more I wanted to step it up a little. I could tell right off that I was going to need something. I was looking though KZbin and found this, I knew that is what I needed. Great video by the way. Any guidance you give would be appreciated.