Uploaded February 2022 | Updated September 2026, 2 days ago
To start off, thanks to the video sponsor: JLCPCB for sponsoring this project. JLCPCB Prototype for $2 (Any Color): jlcpcb.com/DYE
In this video we cut the cord ... to my new Atomstack laser engraver! I can already hear the cord aficionados grabbing their pitchforks but just hear me out. I like to run the laser outside where all the nasty fumes can dissipate instead of stinking up my house but the big problem is that means I either need a ridiculously long usb cable or just leave my laptop outside with the engraver, at the mercy of the elements. So I figured it would be nice to be able to run the engraver outside while having the host computer safely sitting by the window connected wirelessly. So let's take a look at the little pcb I've designed to enable this, how it's attached to the laser engraver mobo, along with the necessary software steps to get everything working. In the end we run a quick little test, demonstrating the now wire free laser engraver operating.
PCB design files and some more info can be found here: hackaday.io/project/184111-adding-bluetooth-or-wifi-to-laser-engraver
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I've posted a link for Ebay purchase referrals. If you use the link below then I get a small kickback from your purchase (it will cost you nothing, I just get paid for referring customers).
ebay.us/J8FqJg
Special thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at ericskiff.com/music
My RGB Gameboy Backlight Controller is now available at http://www.roarkesretrocorner.com!!!
Use the code SJM (all caps) to receive 10% off of your order!
ICStation Affiliate Link: icstation.com/index.php?aid=212
Code: sjmics
Discount Amount: 15% off
Max Use: 1 (one for per user)
Amount Limit: 300
Consider supporting me on Patreon: patreon.com/sjm4306
To start off, thanks to the video sponsor: JLCPCB for sponsoring this project. JLCPCB Prototype for $2 (Any Color): jlcpcb.com/DYE
In this video we cut the cord ... to my new Atomstack laser engraver! I can already hear the cord aficionados grabbing their pitchforks but just hear me out. I like to run the laser outside where all the nasty fumes can dissipate instead of stinking up my house but the big problem is that means I either need a ridiculously long usb cable or just leave my laptop outside with the engraver, at the mercy of the elements. So I figured it would be nice to be able to run the engraver outside while having the host computer safely sitting by the window connected wirelessly. So let's take a look at the little pcb I've designed to enable this, how it's attached to the laser engraver mobo, along with the necessary software steps to get everything working. In the end we run a quick little test, demonstrating the now wire free laser engraver operating.
PCB design files and some more info can be found here: hackaday.io/project/184111-adding-bluetooth-or-wifi-to-laser-engraver
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I've posted a link for Ebay purchase referrals. If you use the link below then I get a small kickback from your purchase (it will cost you nothing, I just get paid for referring customers).
ebay.us/J8FqJg
Special thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at ericskiff.com/music
My RGB Gameboy Backlight Controller is now available at http://www.roarkesretrocorner.com!!!
Use the code SJM (all caps) to receive 10% off of your order!
ICStation Affiliate Link: icstation.com/index.php?aid=212
Code: sjmics
Discount Amount: 15% off
Max Use: 1 (one for per user)
Amount Limit: 300
Consider supporting me on Patreon: patreon.com/sjm4306
