How to Laser Engrave 3D STL Files Using the AlgoLaser Alpha Mk 2

[@YourGeekFix]

I learned a new skill. AlgoLaser send me a diode laser to test out and I learned how to etch in 3D. I learned how to take an STL file, convert it to a laser cutting file and etch 3D relief on wood and acrylic. This is faster than 3D printing and I like the results better. For this reason, I have new plans for what I may be bringing to this years Fallout New Vegas event. Stay tuned. I will release the video this week. AlgoLaser is also giving us exclusive discounts if you want one of their lasers. So, stay tuned. Also, I have almost finished filming the next Pipboy video. We have exciting news to share about that. I have a video the boys and I did together on lightsabers. And finally, the Fallou8t short movie is coming along great! I also have videos for making an Indiana Jones prop, a 1/6 scale Fusion Flea, and much... much.... more. This is quite a crazy year. Again, if you are going to New York or NY Comic Con, let me know.

[@GrapplerS10]

New level of cool has been observed!! Awesome!

[@YourGeekFix]

@@GrapplerS10 thanks

[@CGRREDACTED]

dang i missed the premiere. watching now.

[@YourGeekFix]

@@CGRREDACTED ok

[@poptop89]

Novelty Coin Creation has a powerful draw to me

[@YourGeekFix]

Awesome!

[@Mogu003]

For a "how to" video, having only a fraction of the video actually be as the title states, with only snippets of the actual steps needed for this is pretty disappointing. Output percentage? Speed? Passes? Things to note?

[@YourGeekFix]

@ZecharyK I filmed each of those, but as my son pointed out was specific to that laser. In this case one pass per png. I went with all defaults. What I showed was all you need to know. With a weaker laser, it may take 2 or 3 passes.