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Laser Alignment Jig – Perfect Starts Every Time for the s1

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alignjig2.0.xcs
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Application scenario
Laser processing
Machine & module
xTool S1
40W
Compatibles · 11
Material used
1/8"(3mm) Basswood Plywood
85
1201

Information

      This laser alignment jig locks the honeycomb base securely in place and provides a true zero-zero reference point. It eliminates shifting, ensures consistent accuracy, and makes repeat work quick and effortless.
    

Instruction

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Step1: design decisions

Laser Alignment Jig – Perfect Starts Every Time for the s1 instruction: step 1 - design decisions
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decide if you would like the ruler on the sides engraved or scored(I went for engraved).  drew each tic a diff color so if one only wants half or 1 inch marks its easy to select the color and shut off output to that color. 

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Step2: cutting it out

Laser Alignment Jig – Perfect Starts Every Time for the s1 instruction: step 2 - cutting it out
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use what magnets you can get your hands on.  if i had some 10 or 12mm i would of used them.  the 6mm work but its almost like they are not there.

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Step3: glue up

Laser Alignment Jig – Perfect Starts Every Time for the s1 instruction: step 3 - glue up
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for the alignment jig its a simple glue up like a box.  the spacers are a stack and glue.

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Step4: adding magnets

 i glued the magnets in last using a piece of packing tape on the bottom to hold the magnet flush to the backside.  added some glue from the top.

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Step5: end use

Laser Alignment Jig – Perfect Starts Every Time for the s1 instruction: step 5 - end use
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Laser Alignment Jig – Perfect Starts Every Time for the s1 instruction: step 5 - end use
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pic shows where the laser zeros and the box that was scored is a 1 x 1box that is in the grey area above the framing area.

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xTool Supplies Used in This Template

xTool S1
xTool S1
1/8"(3mm) Basswood Plywood
1/8"(3mm) Basswood Plywood

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