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--- laser_cutting [2026/02/08 16:45] – [Lab Safety] will_carter
+++ laser_cutting [2026/02/08 21:07] (current) – adding details for the Atom Stack's safety run through will_carter
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   * **Now Available for Training!** Atomstack A10 V2 Pro 10w Diode Laser
   * Still being actively worked on: Universal Laser Systems X2-660 Dual 60w CO2 Laser With Upgraded Ruida Controller
 ===== Engravers =====
   * Shapeoko 2
+==== Atomstack A10 V2 Pro Diode Laser Safety Guide ====
+  * Always keep enclosure zipped when laser diode is running
+    * If enclosure must be open and diode is on, wear provided glasses (this should not happen frequently/at all)
+  * Ensure blower is ALWAYS on before running any jobs
+  * In case of fire
+    * Enclosure is fire-resistant
+    * Disable unit via emergency stop button
+    * LEAVE BLOWER TURNED ON, this will likely suffocate the fire immediately
+    * If still burning: Open enclosure a small amount and spray fire extinguisher inside\\
+=== Setup ===
+    * Turn on blower (switch on column behind reflow oven, labeled)
+    * Ensure emergency stop is not depressed
+    * Turn on laser unit (switch/button on front of laser inside enclosure
+    * Turn on air assist pump to left of laser enclosure
+    * Connect to laser via lightburn on desktop PC
+    * Set focal length (adjust height of diode unit, leave the shield ON the head)\\
+=== Teardown ===
+    * Turn off air assist pump
+    * Turn off laser unit
+    * Turn off blower, UNLESS somebody is using the large laser cutter (switch turns on blower AND power to large laser cutter)
+    * Ensure laser is connected to desktop computer when done (if you used your personal laptop)\\
+=== Approved materials ===
+    * Acrylic (not general plastics, needs to be acrylic specifically for being laser cut)
+    * Wood
+    * Cork
+    * Leather