I wanted to share this with everyone because it's the first low cost upgrade I've seen to convert a 3D printer to a laser cutter/engraver: http://www.3ders.org//articles/2015...into-a-laser-cutter-with-l-cheapo-module.html
It's not a very high powered laser, but can apparently cut wood up to 3/16". Personally I'm surprised it's only $195 to buy their module and am thinking about getting one this winter if possible.
Also, it seems like this could very easily be modified to connect to the new X-Axis extruder plate design on the new gMax 1.5+ printers, or at least print an adapter.
Has anyone else seen this before or any other good 3D printer mods for converting to a laser cutter/engraver?
Caleb
It's not a very high powered laser, but can apparently cut wood up to 3/16". Personally I'm surprised it's only $195 to buy their module and am thinking about getting one this winter if possible.
Also, it seems like this could very easily be modified to connect to the new X-Axis extruder plate design on the new gMax 1.5+ printers, or at least print an adapter.
Has anyone else seen this before or any other good 3D printer mods for converting to a laser cutter/engraver?
Caleb