This manual is the main resource for both building and maintaining a Lasersaur laser cutter. The basic idea is, when you build it you can maintain it. The other idea is our open source design can improve over time through the collaboration of many people.

• Specifications
  • System Overview
  • Bill of Materials
  • CAD Model Files
  • Driveboard Element
  • Software Components
  • Revisions and Roadmap
  • Licensing Information
• Building Process
  • Getting Started
  • Step-by-Step Build Instructions
  • Wiring Guide
  • Adjusting the Optics
  • Laser Adjustments
  • Timing Belt Adjustments
  • Troubleshooting
  • Accessories
• Operation
  • Material Cutting Settings
  • Vector and Raster Modes
  • Maintenance Guide
  • LaserTags
  • Inkscape Template
• Community
  • Mailing List - join the discourse!
  • IRC Chat - irc.freenode.net #lasersaur
  • Map of Builders - add yourself!
  • Instagram Images - add yours with #lasersaur
  • Vimeo Videos - tag your videos "lasersaur"
• Downloads
  • LasaurApp
• Other Docs
  • Time-Lapse of the Build
  • Video Overview of the system
  • ITP's photo documentation (outdated)
  • Pax Modern's photo documentation (outdated)
  • CW&T's photo documentation (outdated)
• Please consider supporting the project

DISCLAIMER:

Please be aware that operating a self-built laser cutter can be dangerous and requires full awareness of the risks involved. NORTD Labs does not warrant for any contents of the manual and does not assume any risks whatsoever with regard to the contents of this manual or the machine assembled by you. NORTD Labs further does not warrant for and does not assume any risks whatsoever with regard to any parts of the machine contained in this manual which are provided by third parties. You need to have the necessary experience in handling high-voltage electrical devices and class 4 laser beams to build the machine described in this manual. Otherwise you should seek professional advice for building the machine.