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How to align your Lasers Mirrors. (Part 2 of Repairing a Laser) MIRROR ALIGNMENT.
We walk through step by step in aligning your lasers mirrors. YES we actually adjust the mirrors and red dot, NOT just discussing it. This is not just for a specific laser manufacture, as the steps are universal for all laser. Part 3 will be released soon showing how to realign the gantry if it is out of square.
Thunder Laser USA article on mirror alignment: support.thunderlaserusa.com/portal/en/kb/articles/how-to#Quick_Reference_Video_1
#thunderlaser #thunderlaserusa #laserengraving #thunderbolt #lasercutting
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Buying a Damaged Laser! PART 1. What we found!!!
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This is the first part in a series dedicated to repairing a damaged Thunder Laser 35/100. We agreed to purchase a damaged laser with the intent of repairing it ourselves. The first part is what we found when opening the crate as well as getting it hooked up to test for damage. #thunderlaser #thunderlaserusa #laserengraving #howto
FIRST CONTACT after Buying a Nova from Thunder Laser USA
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We walk through the first email receive after purchasing a laser from Thunder Laser USA. #thunderlaser #thunderlaserusa #thunderbolt #thunderaurora
Does Your Lens Matter? Testing lenses on the Thunder Bolt
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Since the Boss runs the lasers she handled the video and testing. I just got to work the camera. Ran some tests on the Bolt engraving a bourbon barrel lid using a detailed graphic to see and show the performance of each lens. #thunderlaserusa #thunderlaser #thunderbolt #laserengraving
Laser Engraving HACK (Tips and Tricks) Engraving inside of a box lid
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Laser engraving the inside of a box lid. Instead of using a 4 inch lens we used the American Photonics 1.5 lens. The nozzle had to come off after focusing to clear our origin. It also provided extra clearance due to over-scan. Sometimes it is better safe than sorry. I use the term HACK as a slang word for tips and tricks not anything derogatory. Sometimes you have to make due and figure out how...
Rotaries, Tumblers, and Settings Thunder Bolt
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We have spent a while running test to figure out settings, and workflows. This is what we found that works for us, maybe it will work for you. 00:00 Intro 06:04 RoKo Twister Tray 07:29 First Tumbler 07:43 First Tumbler Thoughts 10:09 Testing and Settings 18:02 RotoBoss Jr 20:23 RotoBoss Talon 22:00 PiBurn V3/ ROKO Twister Tray 24:56 Final Thoughts #thunderlaser #thunderbolt #thunderlaserusa #ro...
Determine your lasers Kerf & Kerf Offsets, using the Thunder Laser Bolt
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Determine your lasers Kerf & Kerf Offsets, using the Thunder Laser Bolt
Installing: Dual Air Assist as well as External Air for the Thunder Laser Bolt
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Installing: Dual Air Assist as well as External Air for the Thunder Laser Bolt
Thunder Bolt Testing Cut Settings
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Thunder Bolt Testing Cut Settings
Thunder Laser Bolt Overview. The Good and The Bad!!! I WISH WE HAD THIS AS OUR FIRST LASER!
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Thunder Laser Bolt Overview. The Good and The Bad!!! I WISH WE HAD THIS AS OUR FIRST LASER!
Should you have a Bookkeeper for your home based business.
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Should you have a Bookkeeper for your home based business.
Performing Ramp tests on the THunder Bolt
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Performing Ramp tests on the THunder Bolt
How we set up a Mac Mini to Run all of our Thunder Lasers using our network.
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How we set up a Mac Mini to Run all of our Thunder Lasers using our network.
Material Tests on the Thunder Laser Bolt
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Material Tests on the Thunder Laser Bolt
Assembly and Installation of the Thunder Bolt Lens 2.5 and 4 Inch lens
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Assembly and Installation of the Thunder Bolt Lens 2.5 and 4 Inch lens
Engraving Slate Coasters with Thunder Laser Aurora 8 50w Fiber Laser and Lightburn
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Engraving Slate Coasters with Thunder Laser Aurora 8 50w Fiber Laser and Lightburn
Real Time: Thunder Laser Nova 51/130 scoring and cutting
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Real Time: Thunder Laser Nova 51/130 scoring and cutting
Why you should NOT Listen to the Content Creators that tell you what to Make and Sell at Craft Shows
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Why you should NOT Listen to the Content Creators that tell you what to Make and Sell at Craft Shows
How to ask questions in Laser related Facebook Groups! This may PISS people off!!!!
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How to ask questions in Laser related Facebook Groups! This may PISS people off!!!!
Combining objects in Lightburn with the Boolean function
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Combining objects in Lightburn with the Boolean function
One way of Preventing flashback on your Laser.
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One way of Preventing flashback on your Laser.
How to Adjust your laser head using LightBurn
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How to Adjust your laser head using LightBurn
Making Ebony earrings with Thunder Laser UV
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Making Ebony earrings with Thunder Laser UV
Using Center Finder in LightBurn to Engrave a Bourbon Barrel Lid
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Using Center Finder in LightBurn to Engrave a Bourbon Barrel Lid
REVIEW Thunder Laser Aurora 8 UV Laser MY TWO CENTS!
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REVIEW Thunder Laser Aurora 8 UV Laser MY TWO CENTS!
Thunder Aurora 8 UV Laser engraving a MAARS acrylic tumbler.
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Thunder Aurora 8 UV Laser engraving a MAARS acrylic tumbler.
Set-Up Rotary in the Thunder Laser Aurora 8 UV (RotoBoss Low Roller)
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Set-Up Rotary in the Thunder Laser Aurora 8 UV (RotoBoss Low Roller)
5 Steps to Decide What Laser is Right For YOU!
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5 Steps to Decide What Laser is Right For YOU!
16x24 Shed Turned into a Full Service Laser Engraving Shop
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16x24 Shed Turned into a Full Service Laser Engraving Shop
Thunder Laser Aurora 8 5W UV: LightBurn, lens correction, and First Project
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Thunder Laser Aurora 8 5W UV: LightBurn, lens correction, and First Project

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @jackreston8188
    @jackreston8188 4 дні тому

    THEY SHOULD BE USED TO STORE LIQUOR. NOTHING ELSE !!!

    • @Angrycraftsman
      @Angrycraftsman 4 дні тому

      @@jackreston8188 you make a valid point thanks

  • @herbthompson9530
    @herbthompson9530 4 дні тому

    Fill them with Bourbon.

  • @Desert_Woodworker
    @Desert_Woodworker 7 днів тому

    You shouldn't have left RotoBoss- Kofed did and now you?

    • @Angrycraftsman
      @Angrycraftsman 7 днів тому

      @@Desert_Woodworker didn’t leave them we have rotaries from both companies. Each one has a specific laser and purpose.

  • @steinbierz
    @steinbierz 7 днів тому

    I figured that Thunder would come out with higher watt UVs by now but haven’t heard/seen any rumors yet.

    • @Angrycraftsman
      @Angrycraftsman 7 днів тому

      @@steinbierz I have not heard anything either.

  • @rykus2010
    @rykus2010 18 днів тому

    @Angrycraftsman Follow up question, are you still using the 25khz, 70ish power 600speed for your full wraps. Im currently running that test on a wrap, from the looks of it right now im not sure its getting though the powder coat. I was typically running 85-87 power 450speed at the stock KHZ.

    • @Angrycraftsman
      @Angrycraftsman 18 днів тому

      I wish I could be more help. We reverted back to tumblers in the 35/80. A month or so we had a gentleman show up for a demo and wanted to buy the bolt. He needed a laser quick that could run hat patches.

    • @rykus2010
      @rykus2010 18 днів тому

      @@Angrycraftsman no worries, busy same settings before selling? Cup last night cw out good, I noticed a few lines, but I'm assuming that was the rainbow Colors, not Laser fault

    • @Angrycraftsman
      @Angrycraftsman 18 днів тому

      @@rykus2010 we kept the same settings may have increased to 90ish power for white cups. There is something with white and the rf tube that just doesn’t work well together

    • @rykus2010
      @rykus2010 18 днів тому

      @@Angrycraftsman I'm seeing that, I was running 85 power at 450 and still had a lot of cleaning to do. So I'm hoping the 25hrz helps. Running at 600 speed saves me 10-20 min. Another question, ever ruin the rainbow with too much power?

    • @Angrycraftsman
      @Angrycraftsman 18 днів тому

      @@rykus2010 no the white /rainbow were the hardest to clean. 25kHz helped a lot.

  • @LaserNUG
    @LaserNUG 24 дні тому

    Good morning Angry C! Can you engrave multiple coloured logos on those golf balls with the UV? Have a nice Father's Day!

    • @Angrycraftsman
      @Angrycraftsman 24 дні тому

      Haven’t tried to play with settings to see if other colors can come out. Most of the times it is shades of white to black.

  • @bobweir3654
    @bobweir3654 Місяць тому

    Hi Tommy I'm looking at purchasing the 51/130 but cant find any videos of the electrical control compartment where all the controllers are, what I'm looking for is if there is a milliamp meter inside to see exactly what power the tube is putting out at different cutting levels like 70% 80% and 90% any way you can help would be great

    • @Angrycraftsman
      @Angrycraftsman Місяць тому

      The meter is built in the power supply which is in the back of the machine

    • @bobweir3654
      @bobweir3654 Місяць тому

      @@Angrycraftsman thank you

  • @rcarroll05
    @rcarroll05 2 місяці тому

    That is some pretty great alignment for what the laser looked like.

  • @LaserNUG
    @LaserNUG 2 місяці тому

    Good luck Angry C!

  • @anthonybostock4854
    @anthonybostock4854 2 місяці тому

    Little bit of panel beating and spray painting some new casters and it will be good as new.. Did the Thunder Laser suppliers contact you direct or how did the deal come about.

    • @Angrycraftsman
      @Angrycraftsman 2 місяці тому

      I called and asked what damaged machines we available

  • @davidelder5399
    @davidelder5399 2 місяці тому

    Good luck with the repairs, guys I hope it all works out

  • @angrygaragemechanic
    @angrygaragemechanic 2 місяці тому

    This will be interesting 😁

  • @skallinator
    @skallinator 2 місяці тому

    For the tube cover, I've seen some folks 3D print it and it is way less protruding (and less expensive). Also, def wipe off any finger oils from that tube too or it could be a hot spot.

    • @Angrycraftsman
      @Angrycraftsman 2 місяці тому

      Yep 3dprintsbychris has one. My son has actually designed and is printing one now for us.

  • @MatthewTN1
    @MatthewTN1 2 місяці тому

    Heck yeah. Looks like some minor adjustments and you should be good to go. Love watching yours videos. We are waiting for our 51/100 to shop up. I know you have done a video on the 130 with a 4in lens and depth cut. Do you know for the 100watt if it would be similar in depth?

    • @Angrycraftsman
      @Angrycraftsman 2 місяці тому

      We will find it for you and us

    • @MatthewTN1
      @MatthewTN1 2 місяці тому

      Thank you. I wanted to get a 4in lens but hesitant. Excited to see what it can do.

    • @Angrycraftsman
      @Angrycraftsman 2 місяці тому

      @@MatthewTN1 get a 4 inch from American photonics. Having is a good thing. We have one for each laser.

  • @JackInTheShop
    @JackInTheShop 2 місяці тому

    Nice

  • @Mark-oj7yt
    @Mark-oj7yt 2 місяці тому

    How long does it usually take, from the time the machine is paid, to the time it arrives to your door?

    • @Angrycraftsman
      @Angrycraftsman 2 місяці тому

      I think it is under 30 days. Sometimes 2 weeks. Sales could answer that better

    • @Todd-W
      @Todd-W 2 місяці тому

      I had my nova 35/80 fully operational in my shop less than 2 weeks from the time it was paid for but I'm sure your location and current inventory will vary that time frame.

    • @Mark-oj7yt
      @Mark-oj7yt 2 місяці тому

      @@Todd-W thanks for the info!!

  • @Todd-W
    @Todd-W 2 місяці тому

    you being direct and to the point is more than respectable! thank you!

    • @Angrycraftsman
      @Angrycraftsman 2 місяці тому

      Thanks most people see me being an asssssss!

    • @Todd-W
      @Todd-W 2 місяці тому

      @@Angrycraftsman well that's for them to figure out not you. You can't fix thin-skinned people..

  • @1-Nice-Guy
    @1-Nice-Guy 2 місяці тому

    Great job! However, for the cost of the Bolt, I feel Thunder Laser should of done a better job with the air assist, it would work a lot better if the air was shot down along the path of the laser, instead of from an angle.

  • @isaiahhein1317
    @isaiahhein1317 2 місяці тому

    Hi there I have a question to ask. Are you able to do a full wrap on a 32oz JDS water bottle on these machines?

    • @Angrycraftsman
      @Angrycraftsman 2 місяці тому

      No because the head has a height limit which prevents you from putting a large lens to accommodate the length of the water bottle. Co2 lasers are much better suited for something like that.

  • @1-Nice-Guy
    @1-Nice-Guy 2 місяці тому

    I love your channel and HONESTY!

  • @user-vk3mb7fb3g
    @user-vk3mb7fb3g 2 місяці тому

    Come do mine you guys😊

  • @LaserNUG
    @LaserNUG 2 місяці тому

    You bet Angry C! You need to sharpen the saw often. Cheers!

    • @Angrycraftsman
      @Angrycraftsman 2 місяці тому

      If you have any other questions you are welcome to find in one of the Thunder groups and message me.

    • @LaserNUG
      @LaserNUG 2 місяці тому

      @@Angrycraftsman Thanks very much Angry C! Hope you both have a nice weekend!

  • @tanalthompson4034
    @tanalthompson4034 2 місяці тому

    The laser accessory kit is a must, got mine today and an absolute lifesaver. The "corner" kept trophy plates straight and square and the T style pins held plate in place!! The focal blocks made focusing laser so much easier than the little tool that came with engraver. Recommend highly!!

  • @StephanieSmith-kn3ch
    @StephanieSmith-kn3ch 3 місяці тому

    Where are you located?? I need this for my two lasers in DFW! 🙏

  • @rykus2010
    @rykus2010 3 місяці тому

    Maybe I missed it, but when are you focusing? Once you get the angle, or before you adjust angle?

    • @Angrycraftsman
      @Angrycraftsman 3 місяці тому

      We put the cup in and use a digital angle finder to set the angle. It is 3 degrees then auto focus on the far right if the cup where the top ring is. What we may try is a video from start to finish if doing a cup.

    • @rykus2010
      @rykus2010 3 місяці тому

      @@Angrycraftsman great, I was focusing before angle, then have to lower z to clear tabs. I'm going to move Air assist up and see if that helps me get getter focus. Thank you

    • @Angrycraftsman
      @Angrycraftsman 3 місяці тому

      @@rykus2010 for us we are using the 4 inch lens. We have maxed out the depth of focus so we can clear the first tab. There is another video for ramp test to determine the depth of focus.

    • @rykus2010
      @rykus2010 3 місяці тому

      @@Angrycraftsman yea, I don't have a problem at all on the first tab with the standard focus length. Just that middle tab. So moving the Air assist up would clear it without having to lower z. (I think) I'll need to try it

    • @rykus2010
      @rykus2010 3 місяці тому

      @@Angrycraftsman That would be super helpful!

  • @Kurutzkraft
    @Kurutzkraft 3 місяці тому

    Dark color will come if you defocus 1-2mm

    • @Angrycraftsman
      @Angrycraftsman 3 місяці тому

      You are correct however if you want to keep the spot size small for the detail then defocus may not be the answer.

  • @1-Nice-Guy
    @1-Nice-Guy 3 місяці тому

    Excellent video! I've been searching video to see how the Bolt did with 1/4" wood. How does it do on acrylic?

    • @Angrycraftsman
      @Angrycraftsman 3 місяці тому

      We deal with very little acrylic however it does well

  • @rykus2010
    @rykus2010 3 місяці тому

    I was having the same issues with my talon and the threads. Jason said to swap to the bigger jaws, and that seemed to work better, but as long as it didnt fall off, I took it as a win. Great Video!!!! Do you use the 4inch lense even with the normal 20oz, have you noticed detail loss inbetween the 1.5 and 4 inch.

    • @Angrycraftsman
      @Angrycraftsman 3 місяці тому

      Yes we use the 4 inch for everything that way is is less to remember.

  • @grumpy9304
    @grumpy9304 3 місяці тому

    thunderlaser made a small desktop similar to this 7 years ago, only 20 were made, all are still in use, only 3 have had come back for new tubes, the roller system was very similar to the bolt and never had to replace a roller yet

  • @rmaltbie1967
    @rmaltbie1967 3 місяці тому

    Thank you guys for doing this testing, and more importantly sharing your results with the community! I have experimented with the 2.5" lens in the 1.5" holder and loved the clearance it generated, but it seemed to be very finicky about focal distance and my repeatability was not good. I can't wait to incorporate your findings into my own testing. Thanks again!

    • @Angrycraftsman
      @Angrycraftsman 3 місяці тому

      Always happy to help. Hope it works out for you.

  • @steinbierz
    @steinbierz 3 місяці тому

    Thanks for the video! My soldering skills suck also so I would probably just use Wago Nuts…not as clean and streamlined as yours but would work.

  • @RobMor1234
    @RobMor1234 3 місяці тому

    can you engrave a 30 oz tumbler with your rotary

    • @Angrycraftsman
      @Angrycraftsman 3 місяці тому

      Have not tried a normal 30oz. I assume you can. I have engraved a 32 oz in the UV with the low roller. You cannot engrave one using cylinder correction the lens you would need does not go high enough.

  • @SaintBenardLover
    @SaintBenardLover 3 місяці тому

    I was there

  • @1-Nice-Guy
    @1-Nice-Guy 3 місяці тому

    When you framed, it looks like there was a red dot, does the Bolt have a red dot that can be used for framing from within Lightburn?

  • @Thethriftydrinkards
    @Thethriftydrinkards 3 місяці тому

    What are the settings?

  • @OldAlastair
    @OldAlastair 3 місяці тому

    Thank you so much. I get to order a Bolt on Wednesday.

  • @joshgerde8652
    @joshgerde8652 3 місяці тому

    Amazing video! Where do you get the air device at?

  • @AffectionateDragonflies-dy4gb
    @AffectionateDragonflies-dy4gb 3 місяці тому

    These is cut letters or name plate for jewelry

  • @wonkothesane3482
    @wonkothesane3482 3 місяці тому

    I fell like I've seen this all before from another company...I wounder what Wyrmwood would have to sat about that logo.

  • @jacobadams2434
    @jacobadams2434 4 місяці тому

    What laser do you use if you have large order of 2 toned plastic? Great video!

  • @ellislaserengraving
    @ellislaserengraving 4 місяці тому

    That is awesome

  • @KellyVaughnDocumentGeek
    @KellyVaughnDocumentGeek 4 місяці тому

    FyI, your website URL is misspelled in the description.

  • @user-vk3mb7fb3g
    @user-vk3mb7fb3g 4 місяці тому

    You are too fancy

  • @CoffeeJake
    @CoffeeJake 4 місяці тому

    Can you explain how defocus helps? Also- are those custom test files you use or are they available online? Looks so much better than the LB test. Thanks!

    • @Angrycraftsman
      @Angrycraftsman 4 місяці тому

      The test files are on the Thunder Laser USA website. Defocusing alters the size of your dot size allowing it to overlap other passes . There are a lot of benefits as well as drawbacks to Defocusing. Thunder USA did a video on lenses that may help to explain

    • @CoffeeJake
      @CoffeeJake 4 місяці тому

      @@Angrycraftsman I will check them out! May I also ask what you use the Bolt for? I am ordering Bolt as my first and only laser to begin and hoping it’s versatile enough until I can outgrow the size.

    • @Angrycraftsman
      @Angrycraftsman 4 місяці тому

      @@CoffeeJake ours is set up primarily for tumblers. We also use it fine detail cuts and engraves. It does great for our solid wood earrings.

  • @steinbierz
    @steinbierz 4 місяці тому

    Thanks for the video. I have a Nova and am now thinking of an RF model. I am torn between getting the Bolt or the Odin and really wish Thunder had a middle ground between the two.

  • @patriot9560
    @patriot9560 4 місяці тому

    Pretty straight forward..thanks

  • @LaserNUG
    @LaserNUG 4 місяці тому

    Thanks Angry C! I did learn something - I was wondering what that meant and how to use it. I appreciate you taking the time to explain and demonstrate. Have a great weekend!

  • @CoffeeJake
    @CoffeeJake 4 місяці тому

    What was the kerf on the 2nd lens? Just curious how much a difference it is vs the 1.5 lens

  • @JimmyKoKo2
    @JimmyKoKo2 4 місяці тому

    I’m thinking of buying a 51. But it will be in an unheated garage. Can I use a mixture of antifreeze in the chiller to keep it from freezing? Thank you for your video. I have subscribed.

    • @Angrycraftsman
      @Angrycraftsman 4 місяці тому

      Yes you can however antifreeze is not fool proof. Depending on the temperature it may turn to slush or even freeze if you think it will get cold enough to freeze drain the tube.

  • @GarlandFarms
    @GarlandFarms 5 місяців тому

    Looks great!