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21 21  (1.7 L/min)
22 22  \\(at 4,000 psi)
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24 +While CO2 laser cutters can cut a variety of materials, we stock sheets of Acrylic and Birch Plywood in 12x24 inch sizes, and 1/8" and 1/4" thicknesses. Keep in mind these dimensions are nominal, and may not be precisely accurate.
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26 +== ==
25 25  
26 26  = About the Waterjet =
27 27  
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80 80  
81 81  [[image:1772478775055-319.png||height="264" width="550"]]
82 82  
83 -== Cutting Path Adjustments ==
85 +== Cutting Path Adjustments ==
84 84  
85 85  Change the cutting path to match the design of your file.
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108 108  
109 109  == Cut ==
110 110  
111 -There are three setting selections for cut quality: Coarse, Medium, and Fine. Cut rate and cut quality have an inverse relationship, a faster Cut leads to lower quality, and better quality requires a slower Cut. The page includes cut details such as rate, time, abrasive use, cut cost, and cut extents.
112 112  
113 -This is the final step in file preparation, and file naming and downloading are done at this stage. A virtual cut path simulation will also be available for viewing. 
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117 117  = =
118 118  
119 119  = Machine Setup =
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124 124  1. Twist the E-Stop button to where it releases, the screen should begin to turn on.
125 125  1. Check that the button on the bottom right of the machine is set to "On" (if screen is still not turning on, consult a staff member)
126 126  
127 -== Setting Up ==
125 +== Setting Up ==
128 128  
129 129  1. On the starting screen there will be two options, "Select Cut File" and "Setup & Maintenance". Press the OK button to Select the Select Cut File option.
130 130  1. Scroll down until the cursor is next to the file you created earlier, and hit OK
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162 162  
163 163  == ==
164 164  
165 -== Required PPE ==
163 +== Required PPE ==
166 166  
167 167  * Close toed shoes
168 168  * Eye glasses/goggles
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