travels, it passes through the combiner mirror. This optic is called a combiner mirror because it combines the laser
diode module and the laser beam. The laser diode module reflects off of the combiner mirror and at the same
time, allows the laser beam to pass through it, sending both into mirror #2. This mirror is angled so that the beam
and the diode module can travel along the bridge and contact mirror #3. This mirror is angled so that both can
travel straight down and through the lens and to the surface of the material.
ACCESSORY OUTLET
The accessory outlet is designed to allow you to connect external devices to the laser and only have them run
while the system is engraving. Items such as a blower or air pump are ideal equipment for use with the accessory
outlet. As jobs are sent to the laser system, a signal is sent to the accessory outlet which turns it on. This in turn
activates whatever is plugged into it. Once the job is completed, the accessory outlet is automatically turned off
and any accessories that are plugged into it are disabled.
The time elapsed from the end of a job to the accessory outlet turning off is known as "delay". This delay time is
also adjustable. For example, if you were engraving wood, which produces a good amount of smoke, the delay can
be set for 10 seconds. This way, when the job is finished, the blower will run for an additional 10 seconds to clear
the remaining smoke from the inside of the laser. (See page 24 for more information on changing the delay time.)
ROTARY ENGRAVING
Not only will your new engraver laser engrave but can diamond drag as well. And it's literally as simple as a flip of
a switch. On the front side of the diamond there is a small handle. The handle is what moves the diamond tip in
and out of its holder. Move the handle to the front and down to expose the diamond tip. To retract the diamond,
move the handle up and to the right as shown.
Handle
The diamond tip fully
exposed.
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