Prusa MK3 laser engraver / cutter mod
Source: Thingiverse by jltx
The Prusa MK3 laser engraver / cutter mod is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by jltx. Your mother warned you: if you play with your laser, you will go blind! Please google laser safety before even considering using one. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.
About this model
Your mother warned you: if you play with your laser, you will go blind! Please google laser safety before even considering using one. They cause permanent damage beyond just blindness. The high energy can react with some materials to create toxic compounds like hydrofluoric acid (see Wikipedia for deadly consequences). Don’t do it! If you are still reading, this is an example solution for use with Prusa Original i3 MK3. It may not work for other printers. But I will share my learning, as there is a crap ton of misinformation on the web. First, the pwm is driven through a mosfet, not straight off the micro controller. This leads to a logical inversion and drive incompatibility. The TTL input stage on the laser driver I received (and I suspect all others) is a resistor tree feeding an op-amp…
Frequently asked questions
- Is this 3D model free to download?
- Yes. Prusa MK3 laser engraver / cutter mod is free to download from Thingiverse. Click the "Download free STL" button above to open the original listing.
- Where is the STL hosted?
- The download is hosted by Thingiverse, not by Thinger. We link you directly to the original listing by jltx.
- Who made this model?
- Designed by jltx, published on Thingiverse. Please credit the creator when sharing your print online.
- Can I print this at home?
- Yes. This model is intended for home FDM and resin 3D printers. Check the original listing for suggested print settings like layer height and supports.
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