Laser Cutting Service

Posted by Bo Wingo on November 20, 2013 at 8:54pm

I'd really like to have some pieces laser cut for my quadcopter, but since I'm not willing to plop down several grand for a laser cutter, I'm looking for some options.  Does anyone know of any laser cutting services where, for example, you can upload a design and have them cut your parts from 3mm plywood and mail them to you?  If these types of services do exist, what might make one better than another?

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  • James Butler November 22, 2013 at 1:41pm

    If you are just cutting plywood and you want to prototype, buy your own CNC machine:

    https://www.inventables.com/technologies/desktop-cnc-mill-kit-shape...

  • Bo Wingo November 21, 2013 at 8:26pm

    Thanks, everyone, for the info.  I'll look into the companies that you guys have suggested.

    I appreciate your help.

  • Hank Deucker November 21, 2013 at 11:37am

    I don't know where you live but this bloke is worth a try.

    Robert Phippen
    Wolf Models
    www.wolfmodels.net
    Ph 07 54657897
    Queensland
    Australia

  • Fred LeFevre November 21, 2013 at 8:51am

    Try here.

    http://www.austinlasercutting.com/

    For carbon fiber a different laser is required - than for wood.  This outfit might do it.

    http://www.lpcutting.com/index.html

    Regards,

    Fred

    Laser Cutting Service - Austin TX
    CNC Laser cutting and engraving in Austin, TX
  • Jason Howell November 21, 2013 at 8:12am

    On a similar topic, does anyone have any suggestions for finding someone to custom cut carbon fiber plates?

  • Fred LeFevre November 21, 2013 at 6:13am

    I've got a contact that I work with who is in this industry and knows a lot of folks.  I asked him about it and he said if you would let us know where you are located he can see if there's someone local that he knows.

    Cheers,

    Fred

  • Rob Bartlett November 21, 2013 at 5:26am

    You might see if there's a local hackerspace.  They will almost certainly have a laser cutter.

  • Bravojul November 21, 2013 at 3:02am

    I noticed Pololu has one : http://www.pololu.com/product/749

  • Stone1295 November 20, 2013 at 9:24pm
    That would be Manzano Laser.

    can't edit from my phone.

    -Mike
  • Stone1295 November 20, 2013 at 9:23pm
    You can try Charlie and Vicki at Manzani Laser. They do custom balsa and ply jobs for RC aircraft kits. On their site they've got a tab for custom cut jobs and their requirements. They're located in Arizona so shipping has always been quick for me. Http://www.manzanolaser.com

    -Mike
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