http://www.instructables.com Tue, 29 May 2012 10:21:04 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Fiber-Optic-Laser-Fans/
Fiber Optic Laser Fans - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH2/J783/GN77W38B/FH2J783GN77W38B.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH2/J783/GN77W38B/FH2J783GN77W38B.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH2/J783/GN77W38B/FH2J783GN77W38B.SMALL.jpg SelkeyMoonbeam What's cool? Fiber optics. What's cooler? Lasers. What's awesome? Fire fans. This instructable was inspired in part by fire fans and in part by the bionic ballerina.  Each fan is made of five fiber optic rods, lit by tilt sensor to be red or yellow, and two lasers. I have a video below of th...
By: SelkeyMoonbeam

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 15 Apr 2011 14:52:59 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Laser-Cut-iPad-Leather-Handle/
Laser Cut Leather iPad Handle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWV/FIR4/H1YOKV4E/FWVFIR4H1YOKV4E.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWV/FIR4/H1YOKV4E/FWVFIR4H1YOKV4E.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWV/FIR4/H1YOKV4E/FWVFIR4H1YOKV4E.SMALL.jpg engineerable When the first iPad came out, there was a very poor selection of iPad cases, especially nice ones, so I made my own.  It had a flap that cover the screen, and did a great job of protecting the iPad, but it was missing one critical thing, the handle. Here's a super easy to make case for the iPad tha...
By: engineerable

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 12 May 2012 16:14:43 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Laser-cut-QR-code-stencil/
Laser-cut QR code stencil. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSS/WZNS/H1KHA2IC/FSSWZNSH1KHA2IC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSS/WZNS/H1KHA2IC/FSSWZNSH1KHA2IC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSS/WZNS/H1KHA2IC/FSSWZNSH1KHA2IC.SMALL.jpg errantspark This should take you about 15 minutes from start to finish, it's a very easy and fun project you can use to get started with a laser cutter. You're going to need the following:  1x Laser cutter. 1x Scrap piece of something the laser can cut. (I used cardboard) 1x Photoshop or similar. (As long as y...
By: errantspark

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 30 Apr 2012 14:24:36 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Adapting-Hand-Drawings-for-CNC/
Adapting Hand Drawings for CNC - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDT/M4Q4/H1JUE8AC/FDTM4Q4H1JUE8AC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDT/M4Q4/H1JUE8AC/FDTM4Q4H1JUE8AC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDT/M4Q4/H1JUE8AC/FDTM4Q4H1JUE8AC.SMALL.jpg carlo.urmy I wanted to make a quick example of how one can adapt hand drawings easily for use with cnc machines, in this case the epilog laser cutters at TechShop San Francisco.  The same principles could be used for cnc vinyl cutters, waterjet and plasma cutters, as well as cnc mills and routers, all for diff...
By: carlo.urmy

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 30 Apr 2012 00:45:14 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Laser-cutter-hidden-in-a-flip-top-lighter/
Laser cutter hidden in a flip top lighter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F10/OB3I/H1JUI8PV/F10OB3IH1JUI8PV.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F10/OB3I/H1JUI8PV/F10OB3IH1JUI8PV.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F10/OB3I/H1JUI8PV/F10OB3IH1JUI8PV.SMALL.jpg rog8811 There may be times when a fuse needs to be lit or something cut at a distance, a laser is a good way to do it but it needs to be disguised as something more everyday....like a flip top petrol lighter..... it would be more covert without the engraving but as I am not spying at the moment I don't thin...
By: rog8811

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 28 Apr 2012 14:56:36 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Making-a-Project-Description-Plaque/
Making a Project Description Plaque - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVA/WKHC/H1HMDQUS/FVAWKHCH1HMDQUS.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVA/WKHC/H1HMDQUS/FVAWKHCH1HMDQUS.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVA/WKHC/H1HMDQUS/FVAWKHCH1HMDQUS.SMALL.jpg TSSJ-ryan In this Instructable I will show my process in making plaques for TechShop member's project pictures. We have MANY great members at TechShop, who make incredible things, and we like to show them off. =) These little plaques describe the project, a little bit about the member, and the tools/classes t...
By: TSSJ-ryan

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 27 Apr 2012 09:48:48 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Tetris-Mirror/
Tetris Mirror - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTO/9OVF/H1426L83/FTO9OVFH1426L83.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTO/9OVF/H1426L83/FTO9OVFH1426L83.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTO/9OVF/H1426L83/FTO9OVFH1426L83.SMALL.jpg sonerozenc This instructable will show you how to make your very own Tetris mirror, a laser cut acrylic mirror inspired by the video game. I will be showing you how to make this mirror using RazorLAB which I am also the founder of. What you will need - A vector drawing program. I used illustrator but Inksca...
By: sonerozenc

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 18 Apr 2012 05:37:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/I-built-selfconfidence-at-the-TechShop/
I built self confidence at the TechShop - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF9/6OCK/H0HWDELZ/FF96OCKH0HWDELZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF9/6OCK/H0HWDELZ/FF96OCKH0HWDELZ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF9/6OCK/H0HWDELZ/FF96OCKH0HWDELZ.SMALL.jpg heavensentcrafts I am a low tech crafter.  My favorite mediums are paper, glue, and scissors.  The thought of using a computer and a laser cutter was very intimidating to me.  For one I would have to learn how to use an illustrator program and a laser cutter all at once.  With the help of TechShop I overcame my fear...
By: heavensentcrafts

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 1 Apr 2012 09:13:25 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-Tim-Tebow-Appear-on-a-Slice-of-Wonderbread/
Make Tim Tebow Appear on a Slice of Wonderbread - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ9/F8L8/H0FLRAWH/FJ9F8L8H0FLRAWH.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ9/F8L8/H0FLRAWH/FJ9F8L8H0FLRAWH.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ9/F8L8/H0FLRAWH/FJ9F8L8H0FLRAWH.SMALL.jpg carlo.urmy The problem with religious imagery in toast has always been their unreliability; you can never count on a miraculous apparition when you really need one.  Using an Epilog laser cutter at TechShop SoMa I have attempted to solved this problem by creating inspiring, customizable toast art on demand. ...
By: carlo.urmy

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 31 Mar 2012 19:28:10 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Laser-Cutting-1/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMH/S2ZU/H0FLDCMC/FMHS2ZUH0FLDCMC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMH/S2ZU/H0FLDCMC/FMHS2ZUH0FLDCMC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMH/S2ZU/H0FLDCMC/FMHS2ZUH0FLDCMC.SMALL.jpg JesseHarringtonAu Inspiring laser projects at TechShop! Laser cut a simple Christmas ornament! Hello! Before I get started, I should emphasize: this Instructable should be really, really easy, provided you have a laser cutter. Without one of those nifty devices, I would have labored hours to cr... How To Make Cu...
By: JesseHarringtonAu

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 30 Mar 2012 12:50:17 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Laser-Etching-Anodized-Aluminum/
Laser Etching Anodized Aluminum - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK0/O8JH/GZPZMLEM/FK0O8JHGZPZMLEM.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK0/O8JH/GZPZMLEM/FK0O8JHGZPZMLEM.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK0/O8JH/GZPZMLEM/FK0O8JHGZPZMLEM.SMALL.jpg techshopdude This Instructable will show you how to use a laser cutter to etch anodized aluminum.   I live near a DIY workshop called TechShop - they have $1M worth of equipment that I can get access to for about $100 a month.  One piece of equipment they have is the Epilog laser cutter.  Etching aluminum with s...
By: techshopdude

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 15 Mar 2012 08:02:43 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Architectural-Model-Making-Using-A-Laser-Cutter/
Architectural Model Making Using A Laser Cutter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPU/QT9L/GZAD1GZN/FPUQT9LGZAD1GZN.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPU/QT9L/GZAD1GZN/FPUQT9LGZAD1GZN.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPU/QT9L/GZAD1GZN/FPUQT9LGZAD1GZN.SMALL.jpg kickice82003 Many things can be designed in three dimensions with the aid of 3D modeling software such as Google Sketchup, a free 3D modeling program utilized by architecture students everywhere. With the aid of such programs, architecture students can design detailed buildings in three dimensions at full scale....
By: kickice82003

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 6 Mar 2012 00:48:30 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Diffraction-Projector-Laser-Show/
Diffraction Projector Laser Show - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO1/1ILM/GZ6I5GEF/FO11ILMGZ6I5GEF.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO1/1ILM/GZ6I5GEF/FO11ILMGZ6I5GEF.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO1/1ILM/GZ6I5GEF/FO11ILMGZ6I5GEF.SMALL.jpg chesterthescientist In this project we are gonna build a laser show using diffraction and lasers. Get the Materials you are going to need a linear diffraction grating (can be bought online), a short PVC pipe or cardboard toilet paper roll, a powerful laser (not a cheap $1 one), a wire clothes hanger (or any other th...
By: chesterthescientist

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 28 Feb 2012 22:35:44 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Laser-Show/
Laser Show!!! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMP/FG1Z/GYVDJSB1/FMPFG1ZGYVDJSB1.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMP/FG1Z/GYVDJSB1/FMPFG1ZGYVDJSB1.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMP/FG1Z/GYVDJSB1/FMPFG1ZGYVDJSB1.SMALL.jpg theultimatelaserguy We will be making a laser show that involves mirrors, speakers, and lasers! Gather Materials! For this project you will need: - small mirrors - a - a base ( a wood, metal or plastic sheet to mount all the items - a small computer speaker set - a music source (phone, mp3 player) - a screwdriver ...
By: theultimatelaserguy

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 28 Feb 2012 19:09:08 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Wooden-Laser-Cut-Jenga-Pistol/
Wooden Laser Cut Jenga Pistol - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F76/JSLN/GYQESYMP/F76JSLNGYQESYMP.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F76/JSLN/GYQESYMP/F76JSLNGYQESYMP.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F76/JSLN/GYQESYMP/F76JSLNGYQESYMP.SMALL.jpg Jayefuu Jenga, the classic wooden game of skill, luck and balance, where players take turns to prod, poke and pull a block from the stack without toppling it. Now, what could be more fun than Jenga? Jenga with guns! This laser cut Jenga pistol contains a rubber band powered captive bolt which allows you t...
By: Jayefuu

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 17:05:11 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Color-Mapping-for-Laser-Cutting-TechShop/
Color Mapping for Laser Cutting @ TechShop - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH6/SZW2/GYW6GN3I/FH6SZW2GYW6GN3I.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH6/SZW2/GYW6GN3I/FH6SZW2GYW6GN3I.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH6/SZW2/GYW6GN3I/FH6SZW2GYW6GN3I.SMALL.jpg techshop_android Purpose: vector cut multiple depths in a single file Tools: CorelDRAW X5, EPILOG laser cutter Also known as pen tables, setting up color mapping can reduce cut time and just make life easier by running one job instead of two or three (and potentially mixing up your settings).  This is especially u...
By: techshop_android

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 20 Feb 2012 19:59:03 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Easiest-way-to-make-a-laser-burn/
Easiest way to make a laser burn - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAE/BPJL/GYN92DNQ/FAEBPJLGYN92DNQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAE/BPJL/GYN92DNQ/FAEBPJLGYN92DNQ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAE/BPJL/GYN92DNQ/FAEBPJLGYN92DNQ.SMALL.jpg Jor2daje Ive always been fascinated by lasers they are just such neat devices, the only problem is after a while you get a little bored just shining them at things. I always wanted the 007 laser that will just slice through anything, while this instructable wont give you that but it will let you easily slice...
By: Jor2daje

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 14 Feb 2012 22:17:27 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/STAR-TREK-TNG-PAHSER-1-LASER-MOD/
STAR TREK (TNG) PAHSER 1 LASER MOD - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTE/NRES/GY4RAHBP/FTENRESGY4RAHBP.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTE/NRES/GY4RAHBP/FTENRESGY4RAHBP.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTE/NRES/GY4RAHBP/FTENRESGY4RAHBP.SMALL.jpg randyfivesix I know it's nothing new but I wanted to share my phaser mod with you guys..... I bought the phaser on ebay for 10.00 U.S. dollars. Then I bought a high mw green laser and placed it in the prop. Now it pops balloons. The Laser About the laser: It is commonly known as the New Wish laser from Deal ...
By: randyfivesix

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 4 Feb 2012 21:53:52 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-a-TEA-Nitrogen-Laser/
TEA Nitrogen Laser - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBA/ZI4R/GUQ4JVX1/FBAZI4RGUQ4JVX1.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBA/ZI4R/GUQ4JVX1/FBAZI4RGUQ4JVX1.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBA/ZI4R/GUQ4JVX1/FBAZI4RGUQ4JVX1.SMALL.jpg Kyerohtaron Lasers are versatile, incredibly useful, and prevalent in much of the technology we use today. They can carry information over long distances, burn stuff, analyze chemicals, impress people, and do a host of other awesome things. Why not build your own? I've wanted to build a TEA laser for a while no...
By: Kyerohtaron

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 12 Nov 2011 12:09:00 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Laser-Ball/
Laser Ball - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9R/Y0US/GUS74KA2/F9RY0USGUS74KA2.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9R/Y0US/GUS74KA2/F9RY0USGUS74KA2.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9R/Y0US/GUS74KA2/F9RY0USGUS74KA2.SMALL.jpg LeoneLabs Watch out LED Cube there's a new sheriff in town and his name is Laser Ball... Truth be told it's actually a Rechargeable Remote Control and Programmable Laser Ball... whoa! So what's a Laser Ball? Well it's sort of like the Death Star... OK, maybe that's a bit over-dramatic... a Laser Ball is lik...
By: LeoneLabs

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 11 Nov 2011 02:45:34 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Childhood-Laser-Building-a-HeNe-Laser-Kit/
Childhood Laser: Building a HeNe Laser Kit - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJF/273V/GUPCCAOB/FJF273VGUPCCAOB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJF/273V/GUPCCAOB/FJF273VGUPCCAOB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJF/273V/GUPCCAOB/FJF273VGUPCCAOB.SMALL.jpg natantus This is about building a Class II As a kid, back in the 80s and 90s, I used to get Elenco electronic kits from my Dad and Mom as presents. I had them all, the Digital Roulette (K-25), the Space War Gun (K-10), the Pocket Game Dice (K-28) and many more. Even a few robot kits. Then I discovered lase...
By: natantus

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 8 Nov 2011 00:28:15 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/ManualLevelingLaserCross/
ManualLevelingLaserCross - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMV/OSBB/GQ5QC4VW/FMVOSBBGQ5QC4VW.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMV/OSBB/GQ5QC4VW/FMVOSBBGQ5QC4VW.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMV/OSBB/GQ5QC4VW/FMVOSBBGQ5QC4VW.SMALL.jpg msuzuki777 So this Lazy Old Geek has too much free time. I recently purchased a Laser Cross (It projects a cross). I wired up a constant current power source and mounted it on a camera tripod. Uses: Well, I mostly use it for aligning stuff on my drill press but it could also be used for hanging pictures, ...
By: msuzuki777

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 12 Oct 2011 13:51:31 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Metal-Marking-Control-Panels-with-a-C02-Laser/
Metal Marking Control Panels with a C02 Laser (using CerMark) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4I/L24G/GTQZK0F8/F4IL24GGTQZK0F8.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4I/L24G/GTQZK0F8/F4IL24GGTQZK0F8.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4I/L24G/GTQZK0F8/F4IL24GGTQZK0F8.SMALL.jpg mookiechan This quick project is to demonstrate the use of CerMark in a production application for metal marking bare metals, in this case stainless steel Control Panels without having access to a YAG or Fiber Mark Laser. First off there are a few things you will need to get started: A) A laser engraver wi...
By: mookiechan

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 14 Oct 2011 07:48:17 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-Quantum-Laser-Micrometer-Nestors-Microm/
Homemade Quantum Laser Micrometer (Nestor's Micrometer) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAR/9IGQ/GRFNCXUP/FAR9IGQGRFNCXUP.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAR/9IGQ/GRFNCXUP/FAR9IGQGRFNCXUP.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAR/9IGQ/GRFNCXUP/FAR9IGQGRFNCXUP.SMALL.jpg TheHomebrewGuru INTRO: What is a quantum laser micrometer? Very simply, a micrometer is a device to measure the width of a very small object. Usually, small widths are measured mechanically or electronically. With a laser quantum micrometer, nano-distances can be measured with a greater accuracy than can be measur...
By: TheHomebrewGuru

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 18 Aug 2011 23:38:33 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Laser-burner-tutorial/
Cheap burning laser tutorial - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI5/WW3H/GQRB6S0A/FI5WW3HGQRB6S0A.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI5/WW3H/GQRB6S0A/FI5WW3HGQRB6S0A.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI5/WW3H/GQRB6S0A/FI5WW3HGQRB6S0A.SMALL.jpg Electorials This tutorial will explain every little thing you need to know about how to build a burning laser, it's an interesting project, which is still quite easy to make. The picture above shows how mine looks but you can make the design of yours look totally different if you want to. It's going to become ...
By: Electorials

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 1 Aug 2011 03:12:44 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Laser-show-for-poor-man/
Laser show for poor man - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4G/F7H3/FCZERBYK/F4GF7H3FCZERBYK.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4G/F7H3/FCZERBYK/F4GF7H3FCZERBYK.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4G/F7H3/FCZERBYK/F4GF7H3FCZERBYK.SMALL.jpg AP Digital light Here's another useless but cool looking "must build" gadget for every romantic geek. Let me introduce PIC microcontroller based three axis laser spirograph. ... Check link below if you want to see more patterns Laser patterns gallery ... Gathering stuff Design is quite simple and emplo...
By: AP Digital light

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 25 Feb 2008 07:02:07 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Conversion-of-cheap-Airsoft-P90-to-Miles-laser-tag/
Conversion of cheap Airsoft P90 to Miles laser tag. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIL/14VA/GLL4ZV7J/FIL14VAGLL4ZV7J.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIL/14VA/GLL4ZV7J/FIL14VAGLL4ZV7J.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIL/14VA/GLL4ZV7J/FIL14VAGLL4ZV7J.SMALL.jpg Solion This is the Instructable on converting a inexpensive airsoft weapon into a MILESTAG  laser tagger. For those unfamiliar with Miles tag laser tag. it is a system that takes the game of Laser tag and turns it into an adult Military sim experience. individual parts for building your own can be found he...
By: Solion

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 28 Mar 2011 19:55:43 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/LASER-RANGE/
LASER RANGE - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE8/8PGQ/GMIGFP3O/FE88PGQGMIGFP3O.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE8/8PGQ/GMIGFP3O/FE88PGQGMIGFP3O.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE8/8PGQ/GMIGFP3O/FE88PGQGMIGFP3O.SMALL.jpg jeremyzoo LASER RANGE – LASER PAINTBALL: YOUR GUN AND AN INTERACTIVE TARGET Welcome to my instructables. It is about a shooting kit including a laser gun, offering the possibility to aim at objects in a far distance. But how would you know if you hit or not? For this purpose I created a photo-sensitive ...
By: jeremyzoo

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 17 Apr 2011 14:47:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Alternative-laser-writing/
Alternative laser writing - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRJ/HTR1/GMIGFI3A/FRJHTR1GMIGFI3A.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRJ/HTR1/GMIGFI3A/FRJHTR1GMIGFI3A.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRJ/HTR1/GMIGFI3A/FRJHTR1GMIGFI3A.SMALL.jpg jovolomo Hi, as many of you, I'd love to have some kind of laser projector to write messages or draw pictures. But it's ether expensive or tricky to realise an XY laser show. Anyway, it doesn't stop me from writing with a laser. I just do it a different way! My idea is to create a path for the laser, which...
By: jovolomo

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 17 Apr 2011 16:59:31 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Robotic-Laser-Cats/
Robotic Laser Cats! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY3/0BO5/GMJIEDH3/FY30BO5GMJIEDH3.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY3/0BO5/GMJIEDH3/FY30BO5GMJIEDH3.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY3/0BO5/GMJIEDH3/FY30BO5GMJIEDH3.SMALL.jpg nevets_mcd Laser Cats This instructable shows you how to make your very own Laser Cat robotic pet. This robot walks and purrs. Every time the Laser Cat purrs lasers shoot from it's eyes. WARNING: This takes a toy and adds lasers to it. This means it is no longer a toy for children and this should not be actu...
By: nevets_mcd

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 17 Apr 2011 22:01:47 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/AFFORDABLE-LASER-LIGHT-SHOW/
AFFORDABLE LASER LIGHT SHOW - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZL/TDZ3/GLL5062X/FZLTDZ3GLL5062X.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZL/TDZ3/GLL5062X/FZLTDZ3GLL5062X.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZL/TDZ3/GLL5062X/FZLTDZ3GLL5062X.SMALL.jpg The Porsche Fan Lasers are fun, but what else can they be used for? Laser light shows are one option. I've been to many concerts where laser shows are used. I've always wanted to have one of my own, but the good, pre-made setups commonly used in concerts are very expensive, usually in the hundreds or thousands of d...
By: The Porsche Fan

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 12 Apr 2011 19:06:42 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Laser-Trip-Wire-Security-System-with-Combination-L/
Laser Trip Wire Security System with Combination Lock and Epic Siren! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8C/9W21/GM9QKFCJ/F8C9W21GM9QKFCJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8C/9W21/GM9QKFCJ/F8C9W21GM9QKFCJ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8C/9W21/GM9QKFCJ/F8C9W21GM9QKFCJ.SMALL.jpg EngineeringShock Hi Everyone!  Welcome To My Instructable! My laser trip-wire security system employs a programmable combination lock that acts to arm and disarm the system, as well as indicate to the microprocessor if someone has entered in a faulty code (Tampering).  There is also a really awesome and LOUD Siren w...
By: EngineeringShock

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 12 Apr 2011 11:09:53 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Dart-Board-Laser-Line/
Dart Board Laser Line - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA6/AFWZ/GLHRY5NG/FA6AFWZGLHRY5NG.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA6/AFWZ/GLHRY5NG/FA6AFWZGLHRY5NG.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA6/AFWZ/GLHRY5NG/FA6AFWZGLHRY5NG.SMALL.jpg stevemoseley This Instructable is going to show you how to add a laser line to your dart board so you don't have to put a strip of ugly tape on your newly carpeted game room floor. I had already built a dart board cabinet for my basement and wanted to find a way to add a throwing line to the floor without perma...
By: stevemoseley

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 21 Mar 2011 10:53:40 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Arduino-Laser-Show-with-Full-XY-Control/
Arduino Laser Show with Full XY Control - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5B/AN93/GLC26GE8/F5BAN93GLC26GE8.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5B/AN93/GLC26GE8/F5BAN93GLC26GE8.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5B/AN93/GLC26GE8/F5BAN93GLC26GE8.SMALL.jpg nothinglabs This project uses an Arduino and some cheap audio speakers to create a real laser show with full X and Y axis control. The included source code lets you easily draw text and even simple pictures! View the demo video to get an idea of what this project can do. You should be able to get most co...
By: nothinglabs

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 16 Mar 2011 04:43:00 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Silicon-Wafer-Gas-Containment-Chamber-for-your-Las/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUY/I9Z7/GGBZIPYE/FUYI9Z7GGBZIPYE.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUY/I9Z7/GGBZIPYE/FUYI9Z7GGBZIPYE.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUY/I9Z7/GGBZIPYE/FUYI9Z7GGBZIPYE.SMALL.jpg JeriEllsworth Don't Damage that Laser! Build a chamber to etch or cut materials that may damage the optics in a laser cutter or produce poisonous gases. Materials needed: Silicon wafer Silicone sealant Metal cookie tin or similar container with lid  Enjoy the video and remember to vote for me! Thanks!
By: JeriEllsworth

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 14 Nov 2010 07:16:22 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Laser-Flashlight-Hack!!/
Laser Flashlight Hack!! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAU/MS7B/F4WY1LPY/FAUMS7BF4WY1LPY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAU/MS7B/F4WY1LPY/FAUMS7BF4WY1LPY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAU/MS7B/F4WY1LPY/FAUMS7BF4WY1LPY.SMALL.jpg Kipkay Turn a MiniMag flashlight into a powerful DVD laser pointer! This 245mw laser is powerful and fits real cozy in a MiniMag! See the video at the end for the Test Results! NOTE: This Instructable WILL NOT WORK with any CD burner/player diodes or DVD player diodes! See the FAQ on the last Step for com...
By: Kipkay

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 7 Aug 2007 18:09:11 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Laser-Cutter/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEI/RQDR/GE39IJRT/FEIRQDRGE39IJRT.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEI/RQDR/GE39IJRT/FEIRQDRGE39IJRT.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEI/RQDR/GE39IJRT/FEIRQDRGE39IJRT.SMALL.jpg Carleyy Once again Instructables is teaming up with Epilog for our 2nd Annual Epilog Challenge to give away a Zing laser cutter! All you have to do for this contest is post the most awesome Instructable between November 8th, 2010, and January 2nd, 2011.  Runners-up will win a gift certificate for Ponoko's ...
By: Carleyy

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 16 Sep 2010 16:17:59 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/USB-Laser-Duck/
USB Laser Duck - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR9/GHUT/GCXWZ7RV/FR9GHUTGCXWZ7RV.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR9/GHUT/GCXWZ7RV/FR9GHUTGCXWZ7RV.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR9/GHUT/GCXWZ7RV/FR9GHUTGCXWZ7RV.SMALL.jpg fungus amungus Rubber duckies are great and all, but they don't have enough lasers. I was hoping that the little guys would evolve in the right direction, but it took too long so I had to take matters into my own hands. Oh, and of course it needs to be powered by USB. Get your stuff USB cable? Check. 2 6...
By: fungus amungus

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 17 Aug 2010 12:18:04 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Four-Motor-Laser-Spirograph/
Four-Motor Laser Spirograph - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZR/9NJW/G9WJCO7Y/FZR9NJWG9WJCO7Y.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZR/9NJW/G9WJCO7Y/FZR9NJWG9WJCO7Y.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZR/9NJW/G9WJCO7Y/FZR9NJWG9WJCO7Y.SMALL.jpg QuackMasterDan Bouncing a laser beam off a mirror rotating at any angle above 0 degrees will create the illusion of a circle to the human eye. Combine two rotating mirrors, and complex shapes begin to emerge. With every additional mirror, the perceived image becomes more complex and intricate, with the ability to ...
By: QuackMasterDan

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 2 Jun 2010 15:50:04 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/60-Laser-Engraver--Cutter/
$60 Laser Engraver / Cutter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQY/SAIR/F2FRVMEY/FQYSAIRF2FRVMEY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQY/SAIR/F2FRVMEY/FQYSAIRF2FRVMEY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQY/SAIR/F2FRVMEY/FQYSAIRF2FRVMEY.SMALL.jpg cgosh I drool on my keyboard when I look at those fancy laser cutter/engravers that cost $$thousands, so I figured out how to make one for $60. That's right -- 60 bucks.My design is not EXACTLY like the multi-$1,000 models, but it will let you do a lot of the same work. Figure on 'manual' rather than 'com...
By: cgosh

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 1 Jul 2007 23:34:27 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cheapy-Laser-Lighter-Burner/
Cheapy Lighter Laser Burner - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRE/NXAH/FXR6YFG8/FRENXAHFXR6YFG8.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRE/NXAH/FXR6YFG8/FRENXAHFXR6YFG8.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRE/NXAH/FXR6YFG8/FRENXAHFXR6YFG8.SMALL.jpg Kipkay Here is the world's first BIC style laser lighter! Butane is outdated. Time to use blue burning lasers!Watch the video and then build your own!WARNING: This kind of laser can cause permanent damage to eyesight in less than a second. NEVER look into the beam or reflection of ANY laser including this ...
By: Kipkay

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 1 Aug 2009 16:08:02 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Epilog-Challenge-Winners/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI9/6BXQ/FUI0SZS9/FI96BXQFUI0SZS9.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI9/6BXQ/FUI0SZS9/FI96BXQFUI0SZS9.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI9/6BXQ/FUI0SZS9/FI96BXQFUI0SZS9.SMALL.gif Contest Robot Instructables and Epilog Laser are happy to announce the winners of the Epilog Challenge! We asked you to show us something amazing with a green twist and the response was huge! There were so many great ideas among the 478 Instructables entered, but one in particular stood out among the rest. The g...
By: Contest Robot

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 19 May 2009 07:45:36 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Use-a-Laser-Cutter/
How to Use a Laser Cutter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMD/H6BH/FSSIHY2F/FMDH6BHFSSIHY2F.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMD/H6BH/FSSIHY2F/FMDH6BHFSSIHY2F.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMD/H6BH/FSSIHY2F/FMDH6BHFSSIHY2F.SMALL.jpg StumpChunkman The laser cutter is one of the most useful tools in a modern shop. Laser cutters work by directing a very powerful laser beam, at a precise focal length, onto a material which they either cut or etch, depending on how the laser cutter has been set up. Laser cutters cut materials similarly to other...
By: StumpChunkman

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 7 Apr 2009 18:48:13 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Laser-Cut/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8O/VMJ1/FQR1H328/F8OVMJ1FQR1H328.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8O/VMJ1/FQR1H328/F8OVMJ1FQR1H328.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8O/VMJ1/FQR1H328/F8OVMJ1FQR1H328.SMALL.jpg Instructables Guides We're currently giving away an Epilog laser cutter in our Epilog Challenge! There's no limit to the amazing things that can be made on a laser cutter, and even though we've already got a ton of great projects on the site that use laser cutters, we're always thinking of new fun things to cut, etch, b...
By: Instructables Guides

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 23 Feb 2009 17:35:01 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Drill-Press-Laser-Pointer/
Drill Press Laser Pointer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP0/GHQR/FRXUSAJ0/FP0GHQRFRXUSAJ0.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP0/GHQR/FRXUSAJ0/FP0GHQRFRXUSAJ0.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP0/GHQR/FRXUSAJ0/FP0GHQRFRXUSAJ0.SMALL.jpg mariosk8s What happens when you add a $40 Laser and $10 helping hands to a drill press?After having to drill a bunch of circuit boards, i came to the conclusions that there had to be a better way to perform target practice. So i ordered a laser pointer and dug out an old broken set of helping hands. The helpi...
By: mariosk8s

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 5 Mar 2009 21:32:13 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/7-colour-laser-optics/
7 colour laser optics - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F50/41YR/FPIOLS2G/F5041YRFPIOLS2G.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F50/41YR/FPIOLS2G/F5041YRFPIOLS2G.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F50/41YR/FPIOLS2G/F5041YRFPIOLS2G.SMALL.jpg rog8811 A warning before we start, this project should give little trouble to experienced laser modders, if you have never built your own laser I would suggest starting with something more basic.Using inexpensive and easy to get parts, build a 7 colour, including of course white, hand held laser.The followi...
By: rog8811

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 6 Jan 2009 15:34:29 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Designing-for-Ponoko-Laser-Cutting-with-SketchUp-a/
Designing for Ponoko Laser Cutting with SketchUp and Inkscape (a study in cubes) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FST/FZIN/FJ4VI8Q4/FSTFZINFJ4VI8Q4.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FST/FZIN/FJ4VI8Q4/FSTFZINFJ4VI8Q4.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FST/FZIN/FJ4VI8Q4/FSTFZINFJ4VI8Q4.SMALL.jpg flightsofideas This Instructable will discuss the practicalities of the designs presented in SketchUp, Inkscape, and Ponoko Laser Cutting. You will be shown successes and failures (there's no point in making my mistakes - I can make enough for everyone). I like to call this approach the "novice with a shotgun" re...
By: flightsofideas

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 1 Aug 2008 07:25:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Full-Color-Stencil-Art-with-Halftoning/
Full Color Stencil Art with Halftoning - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL1/5RPT/FIM95WXM/FL15RPTFIM95WXM.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL1/5RPT/FIM95WXM/FL15RPTFIM95WXM.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL1/5RPT/FIM95WXM/FL15RPTFIM95WXM.SMALL.jpg kylemcdonald Make full-color stencil art using a laser cutter. Ideal for large-scale printing on various surfaces. Buy the stencils on Etsy. Materials ToolsLaser cutter: you could make one for $50, but I had one available.Image processing and plotting software: I used Adobe products and AutoCad, but there are...
By: kylemcdonald

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 14 Jul 2008 16:37:42 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Thumbnail-portraits-Etch-an-epic-battle-between/
[Thumb]nail portraits - (laser etch your fingernails) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWZ/MZRI/FIJ3YE4D/FWZMZRIFIJ3YE4D.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWZ/MZRI/FIJ3YE4D/FWZMZRIFIJ3YE4D.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWZ/MZRI/FIJ3YE4D/FWZMZRIFIJ3YE4D.SMALL.jpg lamedust Throughout history there has been a hotly contested division between men of great importance. Rooted from a question pondered in their youth: beard - or mustache? Deeply concerned with their facial ornamentation, these men of highest standing were the Rogain to history's receding hairline. Dali chos...
By: lamedust

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 14 Jul 2008 14:32:28 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/SketchUp-Inkscape-and-Ponoko-Laser-Cutting/
SketchUp, Inkscape, and Ponoko Laser Cutting - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRP/V55S/FHFQ4L63/FRPV55SFHFQ4L63.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRP/V55S/FHFQ4L63/FRPV55SFHFQ4L63.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRP/V55S/FHFQ4L63/FRPV55SFHFQ4L63.SMALL.jpg flightsofideas This Instructable will show how to use the SketchUp to Inkscape to Ponoko Laser Cutting pipeline with a little plugin that I've written. Meaning that all of your exact calculations in 3D can be preserved as a vector format in 2D for LASER CUTTING. I've developed this SketchUp plugin for the ent...
By: flightsofideas

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