Controlling a laser engraver with GRBL

1 Bellis Fair Parkway #618,Bellingham WA 98226

14 October, 2022

Description

GRBL is free, open source software for controlling the motion of machines that move, that make things, or that make things move, and runs on wide variety of microcontrollers. GRBL is used to power thousands of different CNC routers, lathes, mills, lasers and more. It is essentially the standard for open source CNC machines. In this class we will go over using GRBL software to drive a low-power diode laser engraver. Instructor bio: Tony Baltazar ([email protected]) has been teaching Arduino and related classes for 4 years. He has made my projects using Arduino including a garden management system, a boat race timer, color changing light sabers and many more awesome things. Important Information  COVID-19: Too keep everyone safe; masks (can provide), hand sanitizing (at entrances), temperature checks and social distancing are encouraged at Makerspace. Maximum class size has been reduced to allow for social distancing. Ages: 12 and up Class fees: All class fees include materials. If you are a current Bellingham Makerspace member or scheduled volunteer you may select the discounted member registration. The financially challenged are encouraged to request a 50% off, no questions asked, scholarship discount. Simply email the request to the instructor. Volunteers may be eligible for training discounts. Cancellations: All classes have a minimum number of participants. If the instructor specified number is not reached 24hrs before the class is scheduled to start, the class will be cancelled and any registrations refunded (Eventbrite fees are non refundable). Refund policy: You may request a refund from Eventbrite no later than 24hrs before the class starts (Eventbrite fees are non refundable). After that point instructors and participants are committed and we won't be able to provide any refunds. Donations: Want to help the financially challenged?, donate any amount to the Bellingham Makerspace Scholarship Fund. We want to make it possible for everyone to take the classes they want to take. Other FAQs When and where to arrive?What to bring/not to bring?Is there an age limit?Other questions? Email us at [email protected]