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2.9	2	{{{WAZER Desktop Waterjet Cutting Machine}}}
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	4	[[Specs>>https://www.matterhackers.com/store/l/wazer-desktop-waterjet-cutter-machine/sk/MVN5VKM5]]
2.3	5	)))\|=Working Area
2.2	6	(LxW)\|=(% style="width: 376px;" %)Max Allowable Working Pressure\|=(% style="width: 307px;" %)Max Working Flow Rate
	7	\|[[image:WazerPhoto.png\|\|alt="omtechaf3555.jpeg" width="200"]]\|(((
	8	305 mm x 460 mm
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2.2	10	(13" x 19" in)
	11	)))\|(% style="width:376px" %)(((
	12	4,600 psi
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	15	(317 bar)
	16	)))\|(% style="width:307px" %)0.45 GPM
	17	(1.7 L/min)
	18	\\(at 4,000 psi)
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1.1	20	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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2.4	22	== ==
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2.5	24	== About the Waterjet ==
2.4	25
2.6	26	[[Waterjet cutting>>https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Water_jet_cutter]] is the process of using a high pressure jet of water to cut a material. --laser to vaporize a material, so that the laser beam cuts through the material. When this is combined with a CNC tool head and both power and speed are balanced properly, this process allows the user to create flat parts from sheets of material, using 2D CAD drawings.--
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2.12	28	The waterjet has a hydraulic power output of 820 W. There are a variety of materials that the waterjet can cut, example of allowed materials include acrylic, agate, aluminum, borosilicate, brass, carbon fiber, ceramic tile, copper, gabbro, fused glass, graphite, granite, HDPE, marble, memory foam, mild steel, neoprene, polycarbonate, polyethylene, polyurethane, porcelain tile, silicone, spring steel, stained glass, stainless steel, titanium, and tool steel. Materials that are water soluble or shatter under high pressure are not suitable for waterjet cutting.
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2.14	30	Advantages: (Needs to be edited still)
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	32	* Laser cutting tool heads never touch the material, leave fairly clean cuts, and are highly accurate and repeatable.
	33	* Laser cutting is far faster than manual cutting of the material, especially with repeated cuts in bulk materials.
	34	* Laser cutting allows for very small and intricate designs, which would be difficult or impossible with traditional cutting tools.
	35	* Laser cutting allows for much more efficient material usage than hand cutting in many cases.
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2.14	37	Disadvantages: (needs to be edited still)
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	39	* Our CO2 lasers can't cut metals, or materials that reflect/poorly absorb its wavelength at powers below 130W.
	40	* Laser cutters create a fine cutting spot size by focusing the laser through a lens, and as a result, cuts can never be completely perpendicular to the material.
	41	* In most cases, CO2 lasers have difficulty penetrating cleanly through materials greater than 1/4 inch thick.
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2.15	43	= Software and Usage Instructions =
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2.15	45	== Opening WazerCam ==
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2.15	47	Open WazerCam website, [[WazerCam>>https://wam.wazer.com/wazercam]] , and enter the following login information.
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	49	Username: RPSpublic
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	51	Password: RPSpublic
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	53	== File Import ==
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	55	Files uploaded must be in .dxf or .svg file types. Multiple files can be added at once using the "+" and "-" buttons.
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	57	== Scale and Positioning ==
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	59	The following metrics can be adjusted within WazerCam:
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	61	Rotation: the angle which the part needs to be rotated to
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	63	X & Y positions: The top left of the screen represents 0, and all movements are positive. The top left of a selected part can be moved to a specified position.
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2.16	65	Scale: Scale of parts can be changed by any magnitude
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2.16	67	Width and Height: Similar to scale, height and width can be changed idependently
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2.16	69
2.14	70	== OMTech Laser Settings (Long Focal Lens) (needs editing) ==
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	72	The Long focal length lens in our large-format OMTech laser cutter allows for more efficient cuts in thicker materials. However, this comes at the cost of a slightly large spot size, and thus, less fine engraving abilities.
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	74	Use the table below to input the correct values for your material. Note that for engraving, the thickness does not matter, because it won't cut all the way through. We also have sample engravings at various settings in the RPS if you would like to change the depth or darkness of the engraving. Keep in mind that the depth and color might not be exact, as they depend highly on laser focus and various other environmental parameters that cannot be controlled.
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	76	Cutting Table
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	78	\|=Material\|=Speed\|=Max Power\|=Min Power\|=Passes
	79	\|1/8" (3 mm) Birch Plywood\|45 mm/s\|70%\|35%\|1
	80	\|1/4" (6 mm) Birch Plywood\|15 mm/s\|70%\|35%\|1
	81	\|1/16" (1.5 mm) Cast Acrylic\|90 mm/s\|70%\|20%\|2
	82	\|1/8" (3 mm) Cast Acrylic\|55 mm/s\|70%\|20%\|2
	83	\|1/4" (6 mm) Cast Acrylic\|20 mm/s\|70%\|70%\|2
	84	\|1/16" (1.5 mm) Buna N Rubber\|80 mm/s\|70%\|20%\|1
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	86	Engraving Table
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	88	\|=Material\|=Speed\|=Max Power\|=Min Power\|=Passes
	89	\|Birch Plywood\|475 mm/s\|50%\|35%\|1
	90	\|Cast Acrylic\|550 mm/s\|20%\|20%\|1
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	92	Settings can be changed within Lightburn or on the physical OMTech Laser in the highlighted portion on the display screen. Please consult with a technician before changing speeds and power on the machine.
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	94
	95	[[image:omtech12.jpg\|\|alt="https://wiki.rapidprototypingstudio.com/learning/omtech12.jpg" height="40%" width="40%"]]
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	97	== Dremel Laser Settings ==
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	99	All settings are preset within the Dremel's IP address site.
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	101	== Unsafe Materials for Laser Cutting ==
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	103	* ABS
	104	* Beryllium oxide
	105	* Carbon
	106	* Chlorinated plastics
	107	* Coated carbon fiber
	108	* Coated materials
	109	* Epoxy-based or phenolic resins
	110	* Fiberglass
	111	* Fluorine-based plastics:
	112	** PTFE (Teflon)
	113	** Fluorinated ethylene propylene (FEP)
	114	* Galvanized metal
	115	* HDPE (High-Density Poly Ethylene)
	116	* Leather, Artificial or Chrome tanned
	117	* Materials containing:
	118	** Astatine
	119	** Bromine
	120	** Chlorine
	121	** Fluorine
	122	** Formaldehyde
	123	* Wood containing:
	124	** Flame-retardants
	125	** Halogens
	126	** Iodine
	127	* Wood that has been:
	128	** Coated
	129	** Fumigated
	130	** Pressure-treated
	131	** Stained
	132	* Mirrored surfaces
	133	* Nylon
	134	* Painted material
	135	* Varnished materials
	136	* Particleboard, paneling
	137	* Polycarbonate
	138	* Polychloroprene (CR or chloroprene rubber, marketed under the brand name Neoprene)
	139	* Polypropylene foam
	140	* Polypropylene sheet
	141	* Polystyrene foam
	142	* Polyurethane
	143	* Polyurethane foam
	144	* Polyvinyl chloride (PVC)
	145	* POM Delrin/acetyl
	146	* Rubber
	147	* Styrofoam
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	149	== Post Processing ==
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	151	Required PPE for woods and acrylic:
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	153	* None
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	155	Once the job has concluded, allow the fumes to be vented for a minimum of 10 seconds. Please note that woods will have charring which is not harmful but may transfer to your hands or anything else it touches. If desired, you may sand the wood with the sandpaper we have in stock or use a sander. For acrylic sheets, peel off the protective film once ready for personal/project use.
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	157	Required PPE for rubber:
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	159	* Latex or Nitrile gloves
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	161	[[image:ppe_gloves.png\|\|height="100"]]
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	163	Once the job has concluded, allow the fumes to be vented for a minimum of 30 seconds. Please note that rubber materials will char as well and it is best practice to wear gloves while handling them. Rinse the rubber cuts under water to wash off as much charred edges as possible.
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	165	If you need assistance, RPS staff are always present to help with advice! Please ensure that you return hand tools to their proper locations, and turn off the machine once use is complete.