[Frameworks] Laser Cutter Recs

[casey at flyingfoto.com]

Kelsey,
Most lasers have integrated compressed air targeted at the point of the burn to extinguish flame-ups which occur.
Cutting cardboard, papers, etc. works fine once you run tests on power and speed, both of which are adjustable on virtually all machines. They should never be left unattended while doing so as fires can and do occur. 
A 40 watt machine will handle these lightweight materials fine.
Feel free to reach out to me directly if you like. I own a 60 watt machine personally and use it for a variety of applications.
Casey

-----Original Message-----
From: George, Sherman <sgeorge at ucsd.edu> 
Sent: Sunday, September 22, 2019 3:23 PM
To: Experimental Film Discussion List <frameworks at jonasmekasfilms.com>
Subject: Re: [Frameworks] Laser Cutter Recs

Kelsey,
Laser cutters work by generating high temperatures. That might cause problems cutting paper.
 
> On Sep 21, 2019, at 6:44 PM, Kelsey Velez <kelsvelez at hotmail.com> wrote:
> 
> Hello listserv,
> 
> I’m looking for recommendations for affordable, compact laser cutters. I’ll be cutting through poster board. I know ya’ll use ‘em for burning off emulsion. Also any advice about using a laser cutter is welcome.
> 
> Thanks,
> Kelsey
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