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<aside> 💡 Checkout Requirements: This shop requires a checkout before it can be used; click here for more information on our various checkout procedures.

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In the Laser Shop at Lowell Makes we offer a pair of high-tech machines (and corresponding software) designed to fashion both intricate designs and carefully-cut pieces that will help you bring many of your projects to life. The main two functions of our lasers are cutting (also called “vector”) and engraving (called a “raster”). It gets even better in that they are versatile enough to work with acrylic, leather, wood, cardboard, EVA foam, and anodized metals.

Shop Team

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What’s in the shop?

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Checkout Requirements

• Each laser cutter in the shop requires a separate training/checkout.
• Checkout is typically done the same day as the training for convenience.
• Training on the small Full Spectrum and Glowforge laser cutters is provided for free.
  • These are generally arranged as an informal 1:1 session with an approved shop trainer.
  • Contact an approved shop trainer on Basecamp or send an email to [email protected] to arrange a time for the training.
  • Once a member passes the checkout their name will be added to an approved users list for that particular machine and they will be added to the Laser Crew Basecamp group (assuming they aren’t already).

Full Spectrum Trainers: Sam Green

Glowforge Trainers: Sam Green

<aside> 💡 Training for the BFL, our Big Frikken Laser, is offered through a formal, paid course. You can find scheduled classes or purchase tickets on and through Nexudus.

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• It is required that a member be checked out on the Full Spectrum or Glowforge and have experience running the laser cutter independently before enrolling in the BFL class. If the member has extensive laser cutting experience outside of Lowell Makes, this requirement may be waved at the discretion of the instructor. Such arrangement must be discussed with the instructor prior to registering for the class.
• Interested members must register for the course on Nexudus in order to secure their spot.