Introduction: Laser Cut Touchless Door Openers
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About: Hi. My name is Adelle and I work for Trotec Laser, Inc. In my spare time I enjoy sharing projects for people to use on their lasers.
The application below is two in one; a hand and finger hook to open doors and drawers without touching them. Use the file provided to create your own touchless door opener to keep your hands germ-free.
Supplies
- CO2 laser cutter (We used a Trotec Speedy 360 80W with a 2" lens)
- 1/4" (6mm) acrylic (available at link below)
- Laser masking tape or painters tape (this is to seal off you laser bed for optimal exhaust)
Step 1: Process Acrylic
Position a 1/4" (6mm) piece of acrylic into the laser machine and cut the material using one or both of the files provided.
Laser Parameters for Cutting*
- Power (%): 100
- Speed (%): 0.6
- ppi/Hz: 5000
- Passes:1
- Air Assist: Yes
- Z-Offset: None
Laser Parameters for Engraving*
- Power (%): 50
- Speed (%): 100
- ppi/Hz: 1000
- Passes: 1
- Air Assist: Yes
- Z-Offset: None
*Use these parameters as a guide but make sure you adjust your settings if you have a different laser system or a different wattage.
Step 2: Cleaning Acrylic
Once processing is completed, wipe any excess dust or debris from the surface of the acrylic and remove from the laser system. Attach to a retractable, clip-on badge holder for quick and easy access.
