After much deliberation over many months, the workshop has now been upgraded with a Sculpfun S30 Pro laser cutter/engraver. This particular model features a 10W diode laser, air assist and X-Y limit switches and a linear rail on the X-axis.
Currently in the early stages of testing, but the machine seems to be very competent and able to cut through 11mm thick plywood! Below is a video showing the first test for engraving and cutting 3mm basswood.
This addition to the workshop provides the ability to cut and mark various sheet materials in many thicknesses. Technically this is subtractive manufacturing, so should complement the additive manufacturing of the 3D printer.
Obviously, it wouldn’t be a true addition to the workshop without some sort of modification. Check out this 3D printed focal column holder.
As more is learned; more information will be added to the specific resource page for the laser settings.