Preparing your Workspace for your Aurora

Machine Size and Clearance

In preparing your workspace for your Aurora Fibre Laser machine, one thing to consider before the machine arrives is how much space you will need. Unlike the Nova or Bolt models, the Aurora is small enough to fit in any doorway, so you should have no issues with that. Below you can find information on machine size, and other tidbits on what to expect when unboxing your laser.

More information can be found here:

- Aurora Series Machine Dimensions
- Unboxing your Laser

Space around your Aurora Machine

One thing to consider before the machine arrives is how much space you will need for the machine and exhaust – both the fan and Exhaust Tubing Routing. Plus, you may also want to leave some space around the back and sides for access. You may need to get into the doors on the and sides of your machine if you ever run into any support issues.

Exhaust Route Planning

You will also need to plan your exhaust route. This should include a way to route the exhaust ducting, to mount the fan and power the fan, and to allow for fresh air back into your space.

The best practice is to have as short of a venting run as possible, with no more than two 90-degree bends. We would also recommend placing your exhaust fan near the end of your exhaust tubing – you want to be pulling air out rather than pushing it through the tube. You may need to purchase an extension cable for the exhaust fan and longer exhaust hosing if your setup requires it; These can typically be found at your local hardware store, but contact support@thunderlaser.ca if you are unsure and need assistance.

You can also run a filter box setup that can interface with the machine. Read more in our article below

More information can be found here:

Electrical Install Plan

Electrical Install plan:

Your Aurora Fibre Laser machine doesn’t require you to upgrade your circuit panel to plug it in, unlike our medium and larger Nova machines. All Aurora models operate between 3A and 4.5A, and only require a standard 15A NEMA 5-15 outlet. All peripherals, including the exhaust fan and rotary attachment, plug directly into the machine and are powered through the same outlet

More information can be found about the Electrical requirements for your machine here:

Thunder Laser Main Power Requirements

Stands For Aurora Series

With its small footprint and lightweight, the Thunder Laser Aurora Series is the perfect laser for fitting on any bench in your workspace, but if you’re looking for a few designs that we recommend, check out our article below:

Article: Aurora Laser Stand Options

Free Training Prep Checklist

Have you taken advantage of your free 1 hour Training Session? Find a link to our booking calendar below Book Your Training Session with Reade

Before your training session, please do your best to ensure you’ve taken the following steps:

- Have your laser unboxed and ready to go
- This includes setting it up your workspace on a table/workbench
- Lightburn installed – its okay if you haven’t gotten a code or set your registration up yet, lightburn gives you a fully capable 30 day free trial period
- Access and watch videos from the Thunder Laser Training Academy
  - You should at least complete the ‘First Steps’ series, but also these videos will be extremely helpfulTesting Materials Video
    - Manual & Auto Focus
    - Cleaning Lenses and Mirrors
  - Attempt to run a Materials TEST FILE CARD from LightBurn
    - - (its okay if it doesn’t work out properly, we can help with that)
However, if you’re looking to get the most out of your training session, we would recommend:
- Attempt a cut /engrave of your own
  - Even if you don’t get the results you want – we can help you find out what went wrong, and how to get you there
- Try multiple materials
- Have ideas/plans for what you want to make – we can help you with tips and tricks for cutting and optimizing your designs
- Questions you want us to answer