This Universal Laser Systems laser cutter and engraver cuts, rasters, or etches a design into a given material guided by a CAD File. This tool is great for precision cutting of wood, paper, acrylic, and more.
MACCLab Orientation and the completion of Intro to Laser Cutting is required to use this machine. Those with previous Universal Laser Systems experience who believe they are proficient in using this machine can opt for a private proficiency test with a qualified instructor.
MACCLab stocks some 12x 24 sheets that can be purchased for use in the laser cutter.
1/8 in Baltic Birch Plywood- $6.00/sheet
1/8 in MDF – 3.50/sheet
You may bring your own materials to raster, cut or engrave but make sure to bring your receipt or the product tag to prove the material content. See the list of acceptable and unacceptable materials.
Scheduled by the hour, time may be extended if no one is waiting
Looking to do some Thanksgiving baking and have certain recipes you always use? The laser is an amazing tool for turning your meaningful recipes into keepsakes. Interested in learning this machine? Join us this evening November 9th for Intro to Laser Cutting from 6-8pm. We have 2 spots remaining.
https://macclab.com/event/introtolaser/
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Member ornaments are in process! This lab wouldn’t be possible without our loyal members and users. Every year we honor each MACCLab member with their very own ornament on our tree. If you’re interested in learning more about our maker community stop by on November 5th between 10am and 1pm for The Loop Holiday Market. Upstairs there will be many local makers and downstairs we’ll have tours of the space and some DIY ornament kits available for purchase.
https://macclab.com/event/the-loop-holiday-maker-market/
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Fun Fact: The direction you engrave wood, in comparison to the grain, affects the clarity and intensity of the result. Join us on May 31st from 5:30pm to 8pm for Laser Earrings 101. You`ll learn more fun facts while designing and creating unique earrings in wood, leather, and acrylic. Follow the link to sign up.
https://macclab.com/event/laserearrings101-2023-05-31/
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Do you love fun earrings, and want the opportunity to create your own? Laser Earrings 101 is April 19th from 5:30 to 8pm. This class teaches you how to design, scale, prepare, engrave, score and cut custom earrings. We`ll work with leather, wood, and acrylic to make truly unique pieces. Space is limited. Follow the link to sign up.
https://macclab.com/event/laserearrings101-2023-04-19/
This class is an alternate access class for the laser engraver/cutters.
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We hope everyone enjoyed Spring Break. We had a few beautiful days that made it really feel like spring has arrived. While we were away, some of our makers took the time to paint their custom signs from the Spring Sign Make and Take. We love how they turned out. Let us know what you think.
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Tired of the Winter weather and ready to celebrate the arrival of Spring? We`re getting ready with custom spring front door signs. Drop by MACCLab on March 21st between 10am and 7:30pm to have a custom sign made right before your eyes. Choose your base, layering pieces, and custom details or personalization, and watch the laser engrave and cut your sign. Leave with a kit ready for you to paint and assemble. Kits start at $10 for a base and layering piece. Additional pieces and/or personalization starts at $2.50. Contact us at makerspace@macc.edu, or stop by MACCLab, to see all available design options. This is a drop in event. Depending on the level of customization and time required for engraving, some signs may require pickup on another day.
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Celebrating Valentines Day and preparing for tonight`s Couples` Laser Cutting class. Want to learn how to use this amazing machine while spending time with someone special? There are still a couple of spots left in tonight`s class. Follow the link to sign up.
https://macclab.com/event/recipe-for-love-laser/
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Are you curious how detailed laser engraving can be? This map was created from aerial photos, engraved on 1/4in birch plywood, with an additional layer of each building cut to create a 3D effect. Want to learn more about the laser engraving process and the skills needed to create your own custom projects? The February 7th Intro to Laser Cutting class is SOLD OUT, but there is still room in the February 25th class. We`re also offering a special Couples` Laser class on February 14th. Space is limited. Follow the links to claim your spot.
https://macclab.com/event/introtolaser-2023-02-25/
https://macclab.com/event/recipe-for-love-laser/
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National Fun at Work Day 2023 was a success! For the second year, Moberly Area Community College , Columbia campus, allowed us to help celebrate their awesome employees with a fun personalized project. This year we used the laser cutter/engraver to create custom business card holders or sticky note holders.
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