This is one of the most common questions I see on the forums.
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Spend your time waiting for your machine wisely and learn more about the design programs you will use, and how to safely cut different materials. Lots of people buy these machines without even taking the time to learn they cannot cut metal or that you shouldn’t cut both food and non-food items in the same machine. I see tons of people engraving fake leather without realizing it releases toxic CHLORINE gas and can corrode your laser (and poison you). Brush up on safety – Learn what you CAN and CANNOT cut.
Many people like to invest in a rubber or insulated hose which will even better help with keeping fumes out of your workspace.ĥ. I used aluminum tape to secure any joints. This is how my hose is set up with the elbow joint I attached to the wood. I have yet to hear of anyone that actually likes it. Many people swear by the Cloudline as it makes things much quieter, but I’m fine for now with my little “booster” fan.ĭon’t buy the Glowforge filter, It absolutely sucks. If you’d like to turn off your Glowforge fan and essentially use a stronger inline fan, this Cloudline for $109 is a great option (you’ll need reducers and to set your GF to inline filter in the settings. The Glowforge fan needs to continue running in tandem. They aren’t very expensive, and they will help push more air out of the hose. The fan I use just slightly boosts the fan because of the length of my hose.
Every bend in your hose and every inch of length lowers the efficiency of your venting system, so if you’ll need to purchase a longer hose (8′ is NOT as long as you think it is, especially since it is supposed to hang 3′ out of the window) you will want to consider a an inline fan to boost your venting capacity. Ideally, your hose will go in a straight line from the back of your machine right out of a window. PLAN FOR YOUR VENT – When you buy a Glowforge you’re going to need somewhere to vent the machine. To learn more about my setup check out my : Mobile Setup PostĤ. I would have been fine with just a hole to shove the hose through honestly. I have an elbow joint on the window and a second hose that drops 3′ down from the window. There is an inline fan which helps boost the power of the internal fan by 100 CFM (cubic feet a minute) and reduce fumes. I have created a removable vent “frame” that can be placed in the window when the GF is in use to prevent fumes from blowing back into the house. This is my setup before and after moving my forge. Make sure you have room for this AND for the few inches of vent that will need to stick out of the back. Also, this thing needs a constant internet connection and cannot be hardwired so you may need to plan for placement based on your wifi reception as well. An air-conditioned space is ideal if you don’t have a pro. Ensure that your surface is level and stable, and the area it will run in is out of blasting sunlight or the heat. Secondly, your Glowforge draws a good bit of power and should be plugged directly into the wall according to the GF manual, so place it where it can reach a plug without needing a surge protector or extension cords. This can be challenging as finding something with a large enough work table can be difficult. Firstly, the FOUR CORNERS of the machine must be supported – so you must ensure the surface allows all four rubber feet to touch and none of your machine hangs over the edge. This is a great idea, but keep in mind two things. Many people purchase rolling kitchen carts or workbenches so they can move the item to a window when in use. FIGURE OUT WHERE IT WILL SIT – This item is pretty large, even if it isn’t especially heavy.
Pay attention to how you take it all apart, but if you forget there are videos on Youtube to help you unbox and set up. Make a plan to store this item and keep track of all the knobs/clips/foam that comes with it because to order a new shipping kit it’s $250. DO NOT THROW OUT THE BOX – the shipping box is necessary if you ever have an issue and need to return it for repair. One will contain your machine and the other will have the powercord and materials. If you don’t return to sender don’t worry, Glowforge will replace it, it’s just a bit of a hassle due to the size of the box. The mineral oil in the coolant system is an occasional “broken on arrival issue”. Take some quick photos and then make the shipping carrier cart that thing right back onto the truck to have it returned to sender. If the box is WET/LEAKING or you can hear BROKEN GLASS in the box do not accept it.
A few things to keep in mind before your machine arrives!ġ.
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