The Maker Hub's laser cutter can be used to cut and engrave wood, acrylic, metal, paper, fabric, and many other materials with extreme precision. In this workshop, participants will learn the basics of designing for and setting up the Maker Hub's Universal VLS 4.60 Laser Cutter. This includes basic design in Adobe Illustrator, how to send files to the laser cutter, choosing a material, and adjusting cut settings. Participants will also learn about various open-source websites for generating laser cutter files. Please be aware that this workshop does not qualify participants to start laser cuts. Due to Georgetown laser safety procedures, only Maker Hub volunteers who have completed the two part Laser Safety Training are allowed to start jobs on the laser cutter.
Note: Close-toed shoes must be worn in the Maker Hub. Please see the Maker Hub website for all Maker Hub rules.
David Strout, Maker Hub Manager