BASICS: CNC Plasma Cutting

Lacey MakerSpace

Learn how to operate the CNC Plasma Cutter  at the Lacey MakerSpace with safety in mind.

BASIC Series

The Basics series classes run for approximately 1 hour to 1.5 hours and cover basic safety and operations of tool and/or equipment instruction. This will provide all the information needed to be certified on using the equipment at the MakerSpace.

Learn how to select tools, materials and set up tool pathing for cutting. We will also go over parts of the CNC Plasma cutting control system, settings and their significance in creating a successful outcome. Safety protocols and precautions will also be taught and reinforced.Step 1: Create 2D designStep 2: CAM (Computer-aided Manufacturing) or Tool-pathing in Fusion 360Step 3: Generate G-code and upload to controller (Firecontrol)Step 4: Operate the CNC plasma cutter and cut your design! Learn to design and CAM here: <a href="https://www.langmuirsystems.com/software/fusion" title="https://www.langmuirsystems.com/software/fusion" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.langmuirsystems.com/software/fusion</a> Learn to operate Firecontrol here: <a href="https://www.langmuirsystems.com/firecontrol/guide" title="https://www.langmuirsystems.com/firecontrol/guide" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.langmuirsystems.com/firecontrol/guide</a> Ages 12 and up are welcome to attend. Children between the ages of 12 and 17 must have gaurdian on site.-----------------------------* Please familiarize yourself with our <a href="https://laceymaker.space/user-agreement" title="https://laceymaker.space/user-agreement" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">User Agreement</a> and <a href="https://laceymaker.space/liability-waiver" title="https://laceymaker.space/liability-waiver" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Liability Waiver</a> before arrival. Liability Waiver must be signed in person at the front desk before participating in any activities at the Lacey MakerSpace.-----------------------------Class refund policy:- 7 calendar days or more before the class start date: Refunds will be given, minus a 10% service fee (Eventbrite fees non-refundable)- 6 calendar days to 2 days before class start date: Refunds, minus a 10% service fee, will be issued in the form of a credit voucher to be applied to a future offering within 1-year of the issue date.- No refunds issued within 48 hours of any class offering.