Laser Cutter Orientation
Wednesday, May 10 @2:00 p.m.
 
Learn all about the library's Glowforge Plus Laser Cutter!  This orientation will teach you how to operate the machine, the basics of creating designs, and how to make reservations using Beanstack.
 
Space is limited, and registration is required.

Make Your Reservation
 
You must attend a Glowforge Laser Cutter Orientation prior to making an appointment for the machine!
 
All machine reservations can be placed through your PPL Beanstack account.
 
Please note: Reservations may take 2-4 business days to be approved.
Picture of Glowforge laser cutter with an example bookmark that shows what cut, engrave, and score look like.
 

Equipment Specifications
  • 40-watt CO2 laser
  • Cutting & Engraving Area: 19.5" x 11"
  • Maximum Material Height: 2" (50 mm)
What materials can I use?
  • Wood
  • Fabric
  • Paper
  • Plexiglas (acrylic)
  • Mylar
  • Rubber
  • Glass
  • Marble
  • Titanium
  • Ceramic Tile
Please see the library's Laser Cutter Policy for a complete list of approved items.


 Need a refresher?
Go through our orientation presentation at your leisure!
 
Orientation Materials
 
Check out our policies!
Don't forget to read our Maker Machine and Glowforge Laser Cutter policies!
 
Maker Lab Policies
 
 
Quick Start Guide
Using the Glowforge is as easy as 1, 2, 3! Here's a quick start guide to help you out! 
 
Quick Start Guide Coming Soon!

Learn with Glowforge
Can't figure it out? Check out the Glowforge Help & Learning Center!
 
Glowforge Help & Learning Center
 
Design from Scratch in the Glowforge App
Step-by-step instructions for using the Glowforge app!
 
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