UNSW Making

Laser Cutter (Speedy 360)

Bed Size: 800x500mm

Laser cutting is a technology that uses a laser to cut and engrave materials. The laser beam is controlled by a computer.  Lasers have a minimal kerf and typically have a high cut quality.  This machine has an infra-red laser that can cut certain plastics and plant products.

For all laser cutting templates and bookings click here.

Trotec 360 Manual (PDF)

Laser cutting is a technology that uses a laser to cut and engrave materials. The laser beam is controlled by a computer.  Lasers have a minimal kerf and typically have a high cut quality.  This machine has an infra-red laser that can cut certain plastics and plant products.

For all laser cutting templates and bookings click here.

Trotec 360 Manual (PDF)

Suitable Materials

  • Acrylic
  • Interior Plywood
  • Paper
  • Perspex
  • Polypropylene
  • Textiles

Process

  • Cutting
  • Engraving
  • Scoring

Machine Locations

Makerspace Facility Make Model Work area Number of machines
Design Futures Lab DigFab Lab (laser cutting) Trotec Speedy 360 800x500mm 2
Design Futures Lab Red Centre Digital Fabrication Lab Trotec Speedy 360 800x500mm 1
Design Futures Lab DigFab Lab (laser cutting) Trotec Speedy 360 800x500mm 3
Design Futures Lab Red Centre Digital Fabrication Lab Trotec Speedy 360 800x500mm 1
Design Futures Lab DigFab Lab (laser cutting) Trotec Speedy 360 800x500mm 1