http://www.instructables.com Tue, 29 May 2012 17:19:54 UTC BLOX v1.01 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 23:14:43 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/LASER-GRAFFITI-1/
LASER GRAFFITI - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6F/AEON/H1YOKQJV/F6FAEONH1YOKQJV.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6F/AEON/H1YOKQJV/F6FAEONH1YOKQJV.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6F/AEON/H1YOKQJV/F6FAEONH1YOKQJV.SMALL.jpg luifer78 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4d3RkCk5G-0 FIRST THE KEY PARTS! YOU'LL NEED - A DLP PROJECTOR (3500 TO 5000 LUMENS) - A LAPTOP WITH A RELATIVELY GOOD VIDEO CARD - A LASER POINTER - AN INFRARED CAMERA - LASER TAG SOFTWARE - USB VIDEO CAPTURE CARD THEN MAKE SURE THE INFRARED CAMERA IS CORRECTLY...
By: luifer78

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 7 May 2012 23:21:33 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Super-Loud-Horn-for-Your-Bike/
Super Loud Horn for Your Bike - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCF/F41S/H1JUHP9I/FCFF41SH1JUHP9I.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCF/F41S/H1JUHP9I/FCFF41SH1JUHP9I.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCF/F41S/H1JUHP9I/FCFF41SH1JUHP9I.SMALL.jpg lonesoulsurfer I wanted to come-up with the loudest horn possible for by motoried push bike without it taking up too much room and also have the batteries rechargable.  The following is the end result. With this horn I promoise you'll never be worried about a car getting too close again.  Just one blast is enoug...
By: lonesoulsurfer

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 7 May 2012 09:00:53 UTC 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 21:24:36 UTC 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 07:45:14 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Portal-themed-crazygolf-course/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPG/D9UO/H1JUGOZU/FPGD9UOH1JUGOZU.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPG/D9UO/H1JUGOZU/FPGD9UOH1JUGOZU.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPG/D9UO/H1JUGOZU/FPGD9UOH1JUGOZU.SMALL.jpg fridgehead So a while back a friend of mine decided he was going to celebrate his 10000th day alive with a crazy golf party, he approached a couple of us at the London Hackspace and simply said: "Who wants to build a course?" Being a generally creative lunatic I said yes, then sat down and had exactly zero i...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 29 Apr 2012 19:04:30 UTC 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 21:56:36 UTC 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 16:48:48 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycled-Journal-with-Etched-Quote-from-Henry-Ford/
Recycled Journal with Etched Quote from Henry Ford - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFM/BZ6C/H1EN71TH/FFMBZ6CH1EN71TH.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFM/BZ6C/H1EN71TH/FFMBZ6CH1EN71TH.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFM/BZ6C/H1EN71TH/FFMBZ6CH1EN71TH.SMALL.jpg heavensentcrafts I make recycled journals and notebooks out of discarded books.  To add a new dimention to them by adding a quote with the laser cutter to the cover of a discarded REaders Digest Condensed Book. I made this at the TechShop. www.techshop.ws Materials Needed: Membership to the TechShop Laser Cutter C...
By: heavensentcrafts

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 26 Apr 2012 21:32:45 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/All-leather-laser-cut-Galactic-Empire-Star-Wars/
All leather, laser cut, Galactic Empire (Star Wars) passport wallet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTB/9743/H0OJ3K3F/FTB9743H0OJ3K3F.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTB/9743/H0OJ3K3F/FTB9743H0OJ3K3F.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTB/9743/H0OJ3K3F/FTB9743H0OJ3K3F.SMALL.jpg MattCP This is a quick Instructable describing my experiments with using a laser cutter on leather. Something I had not tried before. I wanted a new passport holder as the government issue one is a bit rubbish. And what could be better than Star Wars, Galactic Empire passport wallet? George Lucas issued I...
By: MattCP

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 22 Apr 2012 02:43:34 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/3-Ways-to-Fix-Missing-Vectors-in-RetinaEngrave/
3 Ways to Fix Missing Vectors in RetinaEngrave - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZP/GGM3/H191QZZ5/FZPGGM3H191QZZ5.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZP/GGM3/H191QZZ5/FZPGGM3H191QZZ5.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZP/GGM3/H191QZZ5/FZPGGM3H191QZZ5.SMALL.jpg toenolla The Dallas Makerspace has a Full Spectrum laser cutter for members to use, and most of us use Inkscape to design our parts.  Sometimes its driver, RetinaEngrave, doesn't recognize all of the vector lines in your drawing.  Here are three ways to fix the problem. Move Away From the Edge RetinaEngra...
By: toenolla

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 20 Apr 2012 19:59:59 UTC 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 12:37:52 UTC 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 16:13:25 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-custom-laser-etched-wine-bottle/
How to make a custom laser etched wine bottle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP2/CORP/H0FLBF7D/FP2CORPH0FLBF7D.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP2/CORP/H0FLBF7D/FP2CORPH0FLBF7D.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP2/CORP/H0FLBF7D/FP2CORPH0FLBF7D.SMALL.jpg intelregod This instructable describes how to make a laser etched wine bottle that can be used to bottle your own home made libation, as a flower vase or whatever application you find for wine bottles.  I make my own wine at home and decided it would be nice to use a laser etching machine to create an artistic...
By: intelregod

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 1 Apr 2012 03:09:22 UTC 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 »]]> Sun, 1 Apr 2012 02:28:10 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-clean-an-Epilog-Laser-Engraver-TechShop-S/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6X/46LZ/H0FLNM14/F6X46LZH0FLNM14.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6X/46LZ/H0FLNM14/F6X46LZH0FLNM14.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6X/46LZ/H0FLNM14/F6X46LZH0FLNM14.SMALL.jpg TheITSystem I made it at TechShop SF I'm not sure if everyone remembers or even really learned how to clean the laser up when they are done using them here at TechShop. So I figured a quick video How To would be appropriate.  It's always part of our member agreement to leave an area better off than it was whe...
By: TheITSystem

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 31 Mar 2012 19:10:54 UTC 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 19:50:17 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-glass-marble-with-an-embedded-precis/
How to make a glass marble with an embedded precision image - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVS/MB8A/H05NT9X3/FVSMB8AH05NT9X3.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVS/MB8A/H05NT9X3/FVSMB8AH05NT9X3.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVS/MB8A/H05NT9X3/FVSMB8AH05NT9X3.SMALL.jpg intelregod I am an aspiring glass artist that wanted to take advantage of the laser engraver at the local TechShop.  I had an idea to embed a laser etched image in the center of a glass marble using the Epilog laser engraving tool.  This is a pretty cool project if you have access to a small torch for glass wo...
By: intelregod

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 25 Mar 2012 22:38:39 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Pi-Pie-All-Around/
Pi Pie All Around - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQN/KA1C/GZUAG4BO/FQNKA1CGZUAG4BO.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQN/KA1C/GZUAG4BO/FQNKA1CGZUAG4BO.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQN/KA1C/GZUAG4BO/FQNKA1CGZUAG4BO.SMALL.jpg vanimations If you appreciate Pi, you'll surely be able to appreciate this instructable.  Although I doubt most people are going to have all of the equipment and software sitting around their house, I thought posting the exact methods used would be of interest to the instructables.com community.  The most impor...
By: vanimations

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 18 Mar 2012 01:18:10 UTC 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 15:02:43 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/4-Motor-100mw-532nm-Laser-Spirograph-Budget-Build-/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRV/8UNA/GZLW46ED/FRV8UNAGZLW46ED.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRV/8UNA/GZLW46ED/FRV8UNAGZLW46ED.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRV/8UNA/GZLW46ED/FRV8UNAGZLW46ED.SMALL.jpg JUSTCOCONUTS I always wanted to build a laser spirograph. I was inspired on this site from Quackmaster Dan's 4 motor build. I came up with my own version as I didn't want to use a handheld or batteries. Thanks to all the posted builds for the tips and ideas! Everything was purchased from e-bay with the exce...
By: JUSTCOCONUTS

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 10 Mar 2012 22:36:14 UTC 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 08:48:30 UTC 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 »]]> Wed, 29 Feb 2012 06:35:44 UTC 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 »]]> Wed, 29 Feb 2012 03:09:08 UTC 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 »]]> Fri, 24 Feb 2012 01:05:11 UTC 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 »]]> Tue, 21 Feb 2012 03:59:03 UTC 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 »]]> Wed, 15 Feb 2012 06:17:27 UTC 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 »]]> Sun, 5 Feb 2012 05:53:52 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Handheld-Laser-Pointer/
How to Make a Handheld Laser Pointer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTE/P0KI/GY4RACZD/FTEP0KIGY4RACZD.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTE/P0KI/GY4RACZD/FTEP0KIGY4RACZD.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTE/P0KI/GY4RACZD/FTEP0KIGY4RACZD.SMALL.jpg seraine This is a rather cheap handheld 5 milliwatt laser pointer I made that runs off C batteries. It is kinda bulky though (about 7.5*7.5*5 cm), but it still comfortably fits in my hand. I will apologize in advance for the fact that I made this instuctable after I was done making the laser. Disclaimer: I...
By: seraine

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 4 Feb 2012 16:56:14 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Make-The-BEST-Light-Saber-Ever-/
How To Make The BEST Light Saber Ever ?!!! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF6/GFUE/GXUZ7M2V/FF6GFUEGXUZ7M2V.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF6/GFUE/GXUZ7M2V/FF6GFUEGXUZ7M2V.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF6/GFUE/GXUZ7M2V/FF6GFUEGXUZ7M2V.SMALL.jpg Mahmoud Alaa  One Day I Was Playing with my Cheap Laser Pointer and there was a Glow Stick  so I Glued The Glue Stick With The Laser  Pointer to make a Light Saber and it was AWESOME!!!  It is so Easy To Make a one and the Best Part That The Light Saber is  so Flexible and You can make Other one and Play With Yo...
By: Mahmoud Alaa

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 27 Jan 2012 00:10:26 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Green-Laser-Steadying-Contraption/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPM/K45Z/GU6PFK05/FPMK45ZGU6PFK05.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPM/K45Z/GU6PFK05/FPMK45ZGU6PFK05.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPM/K45Z/GU6PFK05/FPMK45ZGU6PFK05.SMALL.jpg black hole If you have a green laser, I’m sure you can sympathize with me when I say that it is extremely annoying to have the little green dot go wandering around...usually into the neighbors windows. The farther away the target is, the harder it is to keep the dot in on place. Then I watched “National Treasu...
By: black hole

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 21 Dec 2011 19:37:06 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Laser-engraved-cork-coasters/
Laser engraved cork coasters - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH3/7Y1F/GW88UDFG/FH37Y1FGW88UDFG.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH3/7Y1F/GW88UDFG/FH37Y1FGW88UDFG.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH3/7Y1F/GW88UDFG/FH37Y1FGW88UDFG.SMALL.jpg pegassus I made it at TechShop (http://techshop.ws). This project was done on Epilog Helix 45W CO2 laser. The laser is capable of cutting and engraving designs up to 24"x18". Since this was my first experience with this laser, I started with a small project. I took a set of cork coasters (you can find them o...
By: pegassus

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 20 Dec 2011 21:17:00 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Motion-Alarm-to-Laser-Pointer/
Motion Alarm to Laser Pointer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL7/Z86E/GW88U1GK/FL7Z86EGW88U1GK.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL7/Z86E/GW88U1GK/FL7Z86EGW88U1GK.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL7/Z86E/GW88U1GK/FL7Z86EGW88U1GK.SMALL.jpg sugden93 This is a Spy Gear Motion Alarm that I gutted and made into a Red Laser Pointer. Parts Used: Spy Gear Motion Alarm 5mW Red Laser Module Push Button Momentary Switch 2 AAA Batteries Wire Demolition I started by disassembling the motion alarm and cleaning the inside of everything. There are only 3...
By: sugden93

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 18 Dec 2011 19:06:51 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Versalaser-Air-Assist-Cone/
DIY Versalaser Air Assist Cone - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF9/WR70/GW88ORUV/FF9WR70GW88ORUV.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF9/WR70/GW88ORUV/FF9WR70GW88ORUV.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF9/WR70/GW88ORUV/FF9WR70GW88ORUV.SMALL.jpg Auger Duval Having just shelled out my wad of cash, I was in no position to be buying the accessories needed to actually use my new laser cutter, and I had large jobs backing up. I needed an air assist cone.  I also need to find a way to attached my air compressor to the laser with out having to purchase a $26...
By: Auger Duval

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 17 Dec 2011 20:17:30 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/LaserTap-Laser-Target-Pistol/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSV/RAGJ/GV9CEVND/FSVRAGJGV9CEVND.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSV/RAGJ/GV9CEVND/FSVRAGJGV9CEVND.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSV/RAGJ/GV9CEVND/FSVRAGJGV9CEVND.SMALL.jpg lyratron Anyone can build a fun and useful laser target pistol from an old Nintendo Zapper! It's an easy project and the parts list is short: * Nintendo Zapper * laser diode * 10-microfarad electrolytic capacitor * 9v battery & battery clip * various wires (pref. red & black) * soldering kit * hot melt glu...
By: lyratron

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 23 Nov 2011 11:58:33 UTC 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 20:09:00 UTC 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 10:45:34 UTC 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 08:28:15 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Laser-Security-System/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXP/YAMV/GUDENPBW/FXPYAMVGUDENPBW.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXP/YAMV/GUDENPBW/FXPYAMVGUDENPBW.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXP/YAMV/GUDENPBW/FXPYAMVGUDENPBW.SMALL.jpg ramicaza I thought that since this instructable will be submitted to the 4th epilog challenge, and since the grand prize is a Laser cutter, I might as well get in the mood and show you how to make a simple Laser security system. Feel free to tell me what you think and enjoy:
By: ramicaza

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 30 Oct 2011 08:25:31 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Laser-Spirograph-Using-arduino/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPT/QXF8/GU9KAAMF/FPTQXF8GU9KAAMF.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPT/QXF8/GU9KAAMF/FPTQXF8GU9KAAMF.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPT/QXF8/GU9KAAMF/FPTQXF8GU9KAAMF.SMALL.jpg curlyfry562 I was fascinated with Quackmaster Dan's "Four Motor Laser Spirograph" so I decided to build one. The pictures represent about a year and a half of procrastination, and late nights, all in all it probably took me about 80hr. to build as I had to go through a couple revisions of the electrical system,...
By: curlyfry562

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 27 Oct 2011 10:04:21 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Pumpkin-to-Face-to-Pumpkin/
Pumpkin to Face to Pumpkin - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPJ/GH94/GU4IRJJP/FPJGH94GU4IRJJP.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPJ/GH94/GU4IRJJP/FPJGH94GU4IRJJP.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPJ/GH94/GU4IRJJP/FPJGH94GU4IRJJP.SMALL.jpg Snoegoer Pumpkin carving is a great Halloween past time. Even more fun when done amongst friends. This is the story of friends getting together to carve pumpkins to which they then take photos mimicking there carvings. Those images of them mimicking the pumpkin are then etched onto a pumpkin using a laser. S...
By: Snoegoer

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 24 Oct 2011 03:52:12 UTC 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 14:48:17 UTC 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 20:51:31 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/1W-Altoids-Tin-Laser/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJQ/JQ5G/GTLRHPK1/FJQJQ5GGTLRHPK1.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJQ/JQ5G/GTLRHPK1/FJQJQ5GGTLRHPK1.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJQ/JQ5G/GTLRHPK1/FJQJQ5GGTLRHPK1.SMALL.jpg ApertureScience Just Imagine- The power of a 1w laser, but in the pocket sized package of an Altoids tin! It's amazingly bright- perfect for star pointing.  We'll start with the parts list: ~Altoids tin ~1-2w 445nm laser diode (Ebay) ~12x30mm Aixiz laser module (Ebay) ~Aixiz three element glass lens (Eba...
By: ApertureScience

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 11 Oct 2011 02:10:30 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/A-Laser-Boresighter/
A Laser Boresighter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVC/X0L8/GS8OT5JJ/FVCX0L8GS8OT5JJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVC/X0L8/GS8OT5JJ/FVCX0L8GS8OT5JJ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVC/X0L8/GS8OT5JJ/FVCX0L8GS8OT5JJ.SMALL.jpg petercd Using a cheap laser pointer to create a laser boresighter, which can be used to check sights on airsoft/rifle/pistol/bb gun and even a crossbow. The two basic types with pics below are the cartridge type which is loaded via magazine into the breech. the bore type which is slid down the bar...
By: petercd

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 8 Sep 2011 21:08:47 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Audio-Spectrum-Analyzer-with-Freescale-GT60-LCD-8B/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVQ/DLAB/GS3BEB20/FVQDLABGS3BEB20.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVQ/DLAB/GS3BEB20/FVQDLABGS3BEB20.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVQ/DLAB/GS3BEB20/FVQDLABGS3BEB20.SMALL.jpg candelo This is a development which includes an analog and a digital part. Basically power is to represent the audio signal separated in frequency, for this we need to sample the signal in compliance with the sampling theorem  Nyquist sampling theorem, Shannon . An audio signal "audible" to the human ear ...
By: candelo

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 7 Sep 2011 23:30:54 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Dual-Laser-Guided-Parking-System/
Dual Laser-Guided Parking System - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWA/9V1W/GOTSZAPS/FWA9V1WGOTSZAPS.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWA/9V1W/GOTSZAPS/FWA9V1WGOTSZAPS.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWA/9V1W/GOTSZAPS/FWA9V1WGOTSZAPS.SMALL.jpg 5VOLTSGC This is a great way to park  in your garage without the hanging tennis ball.  You know the one your kids use for batting practice, that only lasts one day.   This system uses a small laser mounted on the ceiling that guides you into the garage and helps you park in the right spot every time.  The l...
By: 5VOLTSGC

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 4 Sep 2011 23:27:42 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/High-precision-table-alignment-on-your-laser-cutte/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTR/9XTK/GRIYV6TF/FTR9XTKGRIYV6TF.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTR/9XTK/GRIYV6TF/FTR9XTKGRIYV6TF.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTR/9XTK/GRIYV6TF/FTR9XTKGRIYV6TF.SMALL.jpg propellerheadgeek Hate the Mickey Mouse alignment procedure on your laser cutter? Yep - it's a pain. Quit fighting it and make this simple tool and get .001 accuracy in all four corners of your table! Dead simple, dead accurate. Sometimes, well alot of times actually, you can make a far superior tool than what's ...
By: propellerheadgeek

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 19 Aug 2011 21:47:23 UTC 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 »]]> Fri, 19 Aug 2011 06:38:33 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Laser-Show/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKJ/7TS4/GQZJO34D/FKJ7TS4GQZJO34D.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKJ/7TS4/GQZJO34D/FKJ7TS4GQZJO34D.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKJ/7TS4/GQZJO34D/FKJ7TS4GQZJO34D.SMALL.jpg noahh I was looking through back issues of Make Magazine when I came across the lunchbox laser shows , which I decided to make a simpler version of. The three main components are the $4 laser pointer, the spinning plastic disk that warps the beam, and the spinning mirror that directs the beam upwards. The...
By: noahh

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