The wait is over.. Monport 40 watt CO2

[@steveferguson1232]

Congratulations, I know you’ll figure it out. That’s what makes you fun to watch going on that learning experience with you. And you tell us the right way to go

[@TheClackShack]

Thanks

[@TheRoadRoamer]

Sorry if it’s too much, brother, but I’m excited for you and wanna give back what I can for all the help and encouragement your great videos have given me! ❤

[@TheClackShack]

Thanks

[@GlowmaticBikes]

For acrylic, I have found it best to raise it just a tad from the bed (put something small under each corner). The reflections from the metal seem to make the 'melty' back side. Only issue is you have to cut the insides out first or it will drop down and destroy your whole project. Thanks for the video.

[@TheClackShack]

Makes sense. I will try it.

[@Raisinkain.In.Florida]

Hey brother getting mine on the 1st of March!!! Can't wait.! Keep making videos. Oh ya I got the chiller with mine but had to pay for it.... Keep rockin'.. stay safe and party laser-on! Randy Craig Whoooo--- Hooooo

[@TheClackShack]

Thanks. I hope you enjoy it

[@Gleekjunkie]

Gratz on the new machine Clack, you deserve it! Wow think how fast you can cut Maymay's Ink Bandits on this one!

[@TheClackShack]

It cuts fast but the work area may be an issue with the Bandit burn. I will have to test it out.

[@michaelwalsh1758]

@@TheClackShack Any reason you havent gone for the extension rails for the xtool?

[@TheClackShack]

@@michaelwalsh1758 , just that I haven’t found a need for them. If I see the need, I will.

[@johnmarksbury1633]

I got started with the K40 and loved it. I had to use the software called K 40 whisperer but it worked great for basic laser control. Have fun with it, as I'm sure you will.

[@TheClackShack]

So far, so good

[@nickolascastillo4019]

Excellent video... Peaking my interest more and more... Building my portfolio on what I can offer my customers and I think this would be a great addition.

[@TheClackShack]

It adds capabilities to my operation for sure.

[@nickolascastillo4019]

@@TheClackShack That's awesome! Can't wait to see what you do in the future with it.

[@chuckmcbrayer]

Hey brother, yes you can use antifreeze in your water, I have used (only the new type, orange) and I do about a 1/4 amount to the 5 gal bucket of distilled water. I have a 80watt Large laser now and I upgraded about 2 years ago from a k40. I also cut a hole in my 5 gal bucket lid and mounted a 4in computer fan and screen on top of that to keep out bugs, etc. And I completely cover when not using it. Keep your temp below 21 -22 Celsius temp. Never let it get over 22, 23 maybe or the heat will destroy your laser tube (know from experience). That CO2 will up your game to a whole new level. I do allot of clear acrylic pieces. Wood at like 25 times my diodes. One thing to look out for in lightburn is the machine will send a signal and likes to use machine settings for your alignment on your material which is a pain. Now ya need a galvo co2 and a fiber laser. I now do knife blades, guns, etc... let me know if I can help

[@TheClackShack]

Cool, thanks. I wasn't sure if the antifreeze would be an issue or not. Didn't see why it would be. I appreciate the info...

[@TheRoadRoamer]

Yes, I’ve heard that too. Was gonna put some in my bucket here soon. 👍

[@chuckmcbrayer]

@@TheRoadRoamer just don't use the green, only the new orange type. Also from time to time add a bit of algicide to keep out growth of bacteria, I get in fish isle at Walmart, one cap per like 3 months or when ya change your water.

[@TheRoadRoamer]

@@chuckmcbrayer Thanks, friend. Had my K40 only 2 weeks so all the tips help! ❤️

[@jimmystutzman2503]

OMTech Laser Antifreeze, Amazon & Ebay, premixed $35 -$9/gal for CO lasers ! It's what I'm running in my Monport 2.0 - 40w w/ Monport CW 300 3liter chiller. Hope that helps. Regards...

[@TheClackShack]

Cool

[@cozysheltie3297]

Just a friendly reminder - remember to wear those laser protective glasses when opening the door/leaving the door open with the machine powered on. I would not want you to be partially/fully and permanently blinded by accidental exposure to that laser. Good work and happy you have that machine to work with!

[@TheClackShack]

I don’t open it normally. I have glasses also

[@unemployedredneckhillbilly2023]

Contact The Louisiana Hobby Guy for any questions. He knows the Monport machines inside out. They offered me one but they are to small a working area for the space they take in a shop in my opinion.

[@TheClackShack]

I wanted to give it a try for acrylic. I have some ideas

[@gayle3860]

I've got a K40, it's a bear to adjust the mirrors. It's now on a shelf in the garage collecting dust. I like my diode lasers better!!

[@TheClackShack]

The mirror adjustment does look like it would be a challenge. Maybe I can avoid it for a while.

[@chuckmcbrayer]

KZbin a guy who is a guru at mirror adjustment I can't remember his name at the moment, heck I now take mirrors out to clean and realign a couple times a month and no problems at all. Also can ise a small laser pointer taped to the tube head and adjust mirrors with it in a few mins. I also installed a small red pointer on end of end to align my laser to the material since the co2 is invisible

[@TheRoadRoamer]

What? No, it’s easy. I’m a Laser Newbie both Diode (10 weeks) and specially CO2 (12 days) and I had to re-align mirrors by myself after having to turn my Tube to get the Water Inlet/Outlets toward to top of the Tube to get all the air bubble out because some1 in one of my FB K40 groups said ANY bubbles in the Tube is bad for Tube and can shorten its life. Took all of 20, maybe 25 minutes to re-align. Easy Peary. And it only took so long because I wanted to go slow to learn as much as I could about the mirrors and the laser path.

[@billb921]

Looks like your going to have fun!

[@TheClackShack]

I am

[@mikeswaim2670]

Thanks for the video. I am thinking real hard about ordering one.

[@TheClackShack]

Another video editing now from tonight. A little more testing.

[@mikeswaim2670]

@@TheClackShack I talked with the wife tonight about this laser. Will make a decision by Friday at the latest. Thanks again.

[@hbpgames7592]

I have a ceramic Aquarium heater in my water reservoir and I keep my pump running. and heat tape on the water line, if that helps with your winter problem.

[@TheClackShack]

I went with antifreeze and all is well.

[@hbpgames7592]

@@TheClackShack nice! I'll have to look into that as well

[@wilder6891]

You an use alcohol as 10% of your water mixture and it won’t freeze. There are also solutions people use in PCU cooling towers that will work also. Personally i don’t think diluted antifreeze would give you any problems. I use alcohol in my CNC machine.

[@TheClackShack]

Thanks..

[@merrillalbury8214]

Try putting ice in water source bucket till you get a chiller.

[@TheClackShack]

Luckily it stays cool in the shack this time of year

[@jamesshelton9126]

I looked at a chiller for my 60 watt that actually has a heater built in. Also do a search here on laser and powder coat

[@TheClackShack]

I think an antifreeze solution may be my answer.

[@TheRoadRoamer]

Did I spark your imagination? 😂❤🎉😊 Talking about my K40? Now I’ve watched the whole video, I know it wasn’t me but dang, seemed that way when I saw the notification for this video…🤣 🤣 🤣

[@TheClackShack]

I have been interested in them

[@chucklenz9011]

I bought one and haven’t opened yet. It’s a long story, but came to Yuma while we were 1900 mi. Away and I just wasn’t ready for it but I’ve got it and You’ve peeked my interest. So I’ll guess I’ll tag along as I get this out of its box and see what we get. But the small work area bothers me.

[@TheClackShack]

It is kinda like a router. It has a very specific skill set but no other tool in my shop can do what it can.

[@merrillalbury8214]

Best to get an air assist. LAHobbyguy just posted some possible mods for this machine.

[@TheClackShack]

Got one the first week

[@TheRoadRoamer]

Oh hey, and my OMTech can reach 328x228mm instead of just 300x200. It’s not a lot bigger but every mm counts at this size, eh… 🤣 🤣 🤣

[@TheClackShack]

One day, maybe I can get a bigger one. I am gonna need a larger shop

[@TheRoadRoamer]

@@TheClackShack I hear that. I’m inside in a spare bedroom with Fume Extraction out the window. I don’t smell a thing… but spell seems to be appropriate with Auto-Correct messing with my posts… LOL

[@TheRoadRoamer]

Ah, the MonPort doesn’t have an Analog AmMeter but the Color Digital Display with the Rheostat Dial is nice.

[@TheClackShack]

It does add a look to it..

[@Ryan82288]

That might be my next purchase if I make enough sales.

[@TheClackShack]

Maybe it will hapen..

[@merrillalbury8214]

Finding distilled water is getting hard here locally.

[@TheClackShack]

Walmart has it where I am

[@AllenBethea]

Was the Comgrow Smoke Extractor/Purifier sufficient for the Monport? Also, were you able to find replacement filters

[@TheClackShack]

It worked but I have it vented now. Comgrow sells the filters, finding them can be tricky the way their site is. It was an option on the purifier

[@KevinSp13]

I just got the same one. I will be following along with you.

[@TheClackShack]

What do ya think so far?

[@KevinSp13]

@@TheClackShack I'm figuring it out. Just started testing today. The ammeter dial has me a bit confused. looking forward to what I can do with it. I also have a d1 pro 10w diode.

[@brigette3004]

Steve makes everything KZbin channel talks about how he uses antifreeze in his chiller for winter. Check his video.

[@TheClackShack]

Thanks.. I was hoping that would work.

[@brigette3004]

@@TheClackShack Steve does a mix of distilled water and antifreeze. He talks about the ratio in one video.

[@UnitTx1953]

Hope to see some cut testing soom? Want to know if it will cut 3/4 pine?

[@TheClackShack]

That would be a challenge

[@TheRoadRoamer]

Hope this does not offend but if your watchers want a TEN (10) % off code, they can message me or I can post it. If that’s not ok, I’m choosing not to post the code now just in case. The code is not mine and I don’t get anything out of it other than helping my fellow Clack watchers.

[@TheClackShack]

Only got what they gave me… that would be nice

[@TheRoadRoamer]

Posted code as separate comment. Code is Rich&MonPort.

[@rickieboyd5769]

Does it auto focus?

[@TheClackShack]

No, it is a set focus but for 3mm material, it doesn't require any adjustment that I have seen. Still learning it...lol

[@rickieboyd5769]

I’ve done a lot of clear acrylic with my co2 and sometimes if it doesn’t have a backing on it I’ll elevate it to try and get a cleaner cut. I also mirror the text/image and run it on the back side. It’s all trial and error for me!

[@TheRoadRoamer]

Funny, I just asked my OMTech support guy that question today since I just installed the LB upgrade on my DF0812. Hope to hear back tomorrow. Also asked about which port I should use to plug in my Comgrow Rotary accessory. I got it working on the Z axis but not the E port. I will use a recent YT vid on expanding the K40 to 12x24 inches and adding Auto Focus and a motorized Z but may wait until the warranty is up (Or NOT!)… Had it two weeks and already have big plans for it.

[@larrymiller9894]

I dont understand you soliciting all this equipment then complaining about no room for it.

[@TheClackShack]

I am not soliciting, they are. I can’t turn it down. I am working on clearing out some space. I have an agreement with the local school system to donate extra machines to their STEM program for young creators.

[@doen.8724]

That is what you got from this video? Charming😉

[@larrymiller9894]

@@doen.8724 yes I am, very. Thank you for such an astute observation. and being so witty.