Orientation: Trotec Laser Cutter and Engraver

Get started on our 120-watt Trotec laser, a versatile tool for cutting materials like wood, acrylic, fabric, paper and cardboard, and engraving materials such as wood, acrylic, metals, and glass. From prototyping flat-pack furniture, custom glassware or logo-emblazoned swag, to incredibly detailed art and jewelry, the laser is as instant gratification as you can get in fabrication.

Instructor Brad Hatcher

Great For

• Ages 16+, beginner friendly, no laser experience required but computer literacy expected

Skills Toolbox

• How to set up vector files for the laser effect desired

• How to set up and run the machine

• How to go through the entire process to be able to use the laser with no supervision

• Conversation about expanding outside of the typical materials (wood, plywood, acrylic)

Tool Clearance 

•  Our Trotec laser

(Idea Foundry workshop members who have taken this class are cleared for independent use of these tools in the shop. Learn more about membership here.) 

Pairs Well With

Once you have been cleared to use the Trotec, why no get cleared on our other laser Orientation: Full Spectrum, because you know, lasers and stuff. 

Plan Your Visit

All materials and safety equipment supplied.  Closed-toed shoes, natural fibers (cotton, denim, linen), with long hair pulled back. Plan to arrive for class about 10-15 min early and check in at the front desk.  Our main entrance is on State Street, with parking lot entrance on State St. as well. IF parking and street parking available.

Tickets

Idea Foundry Member - $44

Non Member - $66