Longer Ray 5 Laser Expansion Kit

Go BIG or go home! Adding a large expansion kit to my Longer Ray 5 laser and here is how to do it step by step, in detail.
This is NOT a 10 minute project! It entails complete disassembly of the original Ray 5 and then re-assembly with the expansion kit.
This is "part 1" of this project. In part 2, i will be adding drag chains, a baseboard, and custom layout grid.
Upgrade kit as shown on this laser: s.zbanx.com/r/qMQm8yZGWU41
Where you can get a Longer RAY 5 Laser:
s.zbanx.com/r/S9Tm6LLqoNuD
RAY5 20W Laser Engraver Complete: s.zbanx.com/r/k9L0qtirvxef
Accessories: s.zbanx.com/r/u5AoCKkclMj8
LONGER laser engraver group: You can join the group and share your ideas with users there. / 547357789652454

[@user-ty5mu5ml2r]

thanks for the video! for the longest i've been looking for a video on this expansion kit

[@dermotcolgan]

I can't thank you enough for this. I already have the kit, you have given me the confidence to go ahead and assemble it.

[@ThatGuyWithaLaser]

Looks good. Having X & Y / gantry axis tape measure is a nice touch!! EDIT : That is a massive printing area!! Looks perfect for bulk orders. Great buy for the shop.

[@mrgrinch61]

great video thanks

[@deanmiller294]

Informative video Roger - thank you. I have the same Longer Ray5 20W. In your next video you mention adding drag chains. Are they included or are you modifying the laser? My only "complaint" is the adjustment knobs for the laser head. Otherwise, it meets my needs.

[@rogersshop]

Drag chains and mounts are of my own design and it became somewhat complex to make the existing (new) cable work without making it longer. The Y axis was actually easier than the X axis and I changed my design a few times there until I settled on where the drag chain would go. Looks odd on the X, but it works without having to make a chain carrier or extending cables.

[@paverdaddy]

Hey Roger I really enjoy watching and learning from your videos don’t ever stop. My question is I’ve ordered the Y extension kit for the longer ray5. What drag chain do I need to order .? Could you post a link..? Thanks

[@rogersshop]

10 x 20 drag chain amzn.to/3zfxWPv One is not quite long enough and required adding a few links extra. I already had plenty, so not a problem. There is a video coming up showing how I did this.

[@paverdaddy]

Thank you