Safety First: Ensure workspace is free of fire, electrical and other safety hazards. Be aware of all safety issues when cutting materials with a laser. Always have a fire extinguisher on hand
Power on the laser and all of its components.
Ensure that: - The laser is powered and the boot up cycle begins on the screen. - The cooling system is connected properly and water is flowing through the tube. - The air compressor is powered and exhausting air to the laser head. - The exhaust system is on and vented into a safe location.
Connect to RetinaEngrave 2.0 software using your machine’s touch screen to copy the software IP address into your favorite browser. The Wired IP address is displayed at the bottom of your touch screen.
Import your design and adjust power and speed settings. Double check settings including the number of passes and cut order.
Insert material into the laser bed. Use the focus tool to adjust to the top of the material. Focusing should be done each time a new material is introduced.
Use the “Perimeter” function to ensure that the file will fit within the cutting area. Adjust accordingly.
Run the job file. Do not leave a job running unattended.
CUT
Import the included files and cut all the pieces from their respective materials. This file contains vector cuts.
First you will take the four side large pieces and notch them into the smaller of the two slotted squares.
Once in place you will want to glue them together. Wood glue is suggested for the best hold and fit, yet it will take longer as it will need to be held in place.
Then with the smaller side pieces you will want to notch them into the larger slotted square top.
Now you can glue these panels in place.
Finally add the top decorative panel to add flare and hide the top notches.
Depending on how you want to decorate your box think of when painting/ staining will be best.
This project has many panels/ opportunities to add rasters and decorations. Get creative, cut and raster a tag for it or any other present you might have for that special someone.