
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
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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Looking for a fun team building activity to do with your coworkers and/or employees? MACCLab offers the opportunity for groups of up to 10 people to come take a tour of the space and create something special. We work with you to create a custom branded project that also allows the opportunity for employee personalization. For more information or to schedule a day for your team contact makerspace@macc.edu.
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MACCLab offers class trips with a tour and a short class. Today we had a visit from North Callaway R1 School District. These students had the opportunity to design their own chalkboard sign and use the laser to engrave it.
Interested in a class trip or team building opportunity? Contact makerspace@macc.edu for more information.
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The laser cutter is such an exciting tool with a variety of uses and almost endless design possibilities. Join us this Thursday, October 6th from 6-8pm to learn how to use this amazing machine. Follow the link to sign up.
https://macclab.com/event/introtolaser/
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