Upgraded Air Assist for Chinese | OM Tech CO2 Laser
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- This upgrade is intended to give the laser the ability to turn on and off the air as jobs start and stop. Also switching to a compressor rather than the stock pump that came with the machine I am able to push way more air while cutting which has resulting in really clean cuts with increased speed. The regulator provides more adjustability for different applications like engraving. When engraving I like to turn the air down as low as possible and then crank it up when cutting.
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How did you completely diss able or disconnect the stock pump? I have the Gray/blue OMTech 60watt and it had the same stock air pump as yours, is there a way to cut power to it or something now that the new air compressor is hooked up?
I just completed this upgrade on my 20-28 100W Red/Black. I was able to mount the solenoid where the factory compressor was and keeps it a little cleaner. Thanks to guys like you, it makes the process that much simplified. Kudos to you!
Your video saved my bacon and sanity... I just got my OMTech 55W laser. I watched numerous videos and installed the upgraded air assist. It didn’t work! I checked and rechecked my wiring and connections, took voltage readings of the +24V and Wind terminals (no voltage), I was pulling out what little hair I had. I watched your video and, eureka, you solve my problem. NO other videos addressed the “enable air assist” machine setting for the Ruida controller! I made the change and air assist works as it should. Thanks
Glad I could help!
How’s that compressor working for you on longer, higher psi cut jobs now that you’ve had it a while? I’ll be moving my laser to a new location and plan on doing the air assist upgrade at the same time and want to make sure I don’t get an under powered compressor that has to run continuously to keep the tank pressurized.
Make sure that you purchase a 24v solenoid not a 12v. The seller that was linked was out of the 24v. I have linked a different one for the time being.
If I get the connector kit from your link, do I still need the additional connectors you’ve listed from Amazon? Great vid as usual!
Where do the 1/4 Elbow Connectors come into play? Just ordered everything using your links...thank you!
I was wondering also but I ended up using mine when I mounted the regulator to the front of the machine. The elbows run the line out of and back into the machine
Some of the extra pieces in the tubing kit aren't used, like the 4 of the other colors of wire, extra post connectors etc
Great video. I ordered, installed works great. EXCEPT.. how do you power off the built in air? It’s makes way too much noise and now that the air hose is pulled out, its even louder.
You need to disconnect the power to it. You either trace the wires back to where they are connected or cut and cap.
Great video, just purchased everything from you links. A quick question though. Am I able to keep the current compressor in place and tie into the line? I would think this would be able to keep the stock airflow going for engraves without having to always manually change the regulator. If not an option, how do you change everything in time? Do you setup some sort of pausing mechanism or do you just do 2 separate projects, one for engrave other for cut? Thanks again!
You sure are a legend. I purchased an air compressor and most of the parts months ago but never got around to fitting them and seeing that if I got a solenoid I could get it to automatically turn on was pure brilliance as I never saw anyone else do that. I had to try so my solenoid turned up today and I can't believe how much better it cuts. I've just lowered my setting from 40- 32 for cutting 3mm ply and that's before cleaning the mirrors. I will have to get a new compressor as this one is way too noisy but it's given me more joy to play with knowing there's going to be less of a clean up afterwards. You got a sub from me.
Glad to heard that you are loving it! 🤜🏻💥🤛🏻
My air assist seems to have died. Haven't really used the laser like a work horse, just kind of. I want to do this, but this is a lot of work and I'm already weary of being in the guts of this thing, the laser scares me period. Can I just hook some air compressor up to the hole in the back for now and deal with everything else later? I am not really engraving much and if I am I can just output engrave layer separate to cut and manually turn my air assist on or off?
@beardedbuildsco thanks for the instructional video. I have the same co2 laser as you. Curious to know if you’ve ever encountered this issue before. Sometimes, my laser freezes mid cut. Machine is still on and laser freezes at a random spot and stops cutting. Has this happen to you before? It’s happening more often after installing your setup, but it could be other factors.
How’s that compressor working for you on longer, higher psi cut jobs now that you’ve had it a while? I’ll be moving my laser to a new location and plan on doing the air assist upgrade at the same time and want to make sure I don’t get an under powered compressor that has to run continuously to keep the tank pressurized.
I hung the little tiny compressor off the stand I built. Just suspended it with a clothes hanger. It makes it 50% quieter for sure.
Man this is such a legit upgrade. I already have a compressor so this might not cost me too much to do. Can you do a video of before and after cuts to see how it has improved? Thanks for the parts list, gonna check this out. 🤙🏾
I really don't think it would improve performance at all. The air is only there to blow smoke and debris away from the laser and lens. Increasing PSI output would just cause work pieces to possibly blow around, especially when cutting. This is a noise improvement, and possibly maintenance, but I assume he has to keep PSI set very low or it just would blow loudly and possibly move your work piece while in progress.
@@naRevolution use magnets and more air the better cut without charring of any type. Also cut thicker product.
Thank you very much! This video has helped me tremendously to make my MDF cuts clean.
One question: Is it normal for the air compressor to run continuously during the whole cutting process? Does this happen to you too? I have a 13 Gallon capacity compressor.
I had a doubt
How long can it cut at 15 psi pressure before the system looses air pressure
Excellent upgrade, simple to install and use. 2 Questions though. I watched a similar video adding the air assist upgrade almost exactly as you did except they added a diode across the contacts of the relay valve. Reasoning was to prevent backfeeding current back to the controller. This makes no sense to me. The 24V is the only voltage on this circuit so I don't see how it would be even possible for that to happen. It's not like a typical relay that has a low voltage control turning on/off a higher voltage circuit. Don't want to smoke a controller for lack of a 50 cent diode. You have been running this setup for a while, what is your opinion/thoughts. Second I see where you upgraded from the California Air compressor to the 26 gallon Kobalt. I thought the California Air would have been ample. I was planning on using a 4.0 -4.5 scfm with a 10 to 17 gallon tank range compressor. Would be running mostly cutting with run times 4-5 minutes per cut at most. Only supplying a single laser. Will this size compressor be adequate. Thanks for the help
I have the same question on the diode.
I have also seen commentary about adding the diode. After years of running this setup I have not had any issues but I have heard of others that had a controller go bad but I could not confirm that a lack of diode was the cause. Seems like a cheap insurance policy though.
As far as the compressor it’s really a matter of run time. The Cali air will run more often and the larger tank kobalt will turn on less both will “get the job done”. The Cali air is more quiet.
I have also seen commentary about adding the diode. After years of running this setup I have not had any issues but I have heard of others that had a controller go bad but I could not confirm that a lack of diode was the cause. Seems like a cheap insurance policy though.
@@BeardedBuildsCo Thanks!! FWIW, I noticed the screw from removing the factory air assist fits the solenoid you recommend. Made for a nice (and quick) place to mount it:)
I am trying to get this upgrade accomplished. I have a brand new 60 watt red and black. It has the factory air assist mounted in the back, underneath the bed. And in the "board" of the laser I only see "24 W and aux air" for places to accept new red and black electrical wires. Is this where I should wire to? Do I cut the power to the stock air assist?
Outstanding video and I ordered parts to upgrade mine. Only one suggestion is to use jacketed 18ga two wire. There is nothing wrong with what you did at all. Electrically it is great, just in my opinion it's easier to monkey around one cable through the wiring troughs and the extra layer of insulation doesn't hurt either. Many thanks............John
Thanks for the suggestion!
I have to replace my air compressor the one I have started leaking. How do I know which one to buy? How many psi should I d I get? I have 80w omtech
Have you considered running a low pressure switch that is in series with your lid switch? This way if the air compressor is off (for whatever reason) or not connected as you expected, the laser won't fire. That's what I did with mine.
Thanks again for the great video. I set this up last night and got everything from your Amazon links :)
But I noticed the solenoid clicks on and off whenever the laser fires, chattering with filled shapes throughout a scan line. Reading online it seems RDWorks has a Blow Type setting you can change from LaserOn to Processing, but Lightworks doesn’t have this setting. I guess an alternative would be to hook the solenoid up to Status rather than Wind so the air is on for every job, basically giving up software control and instead using the regulator to switch between 10psi for engraving and 30psi for cutting for example? Curious if you’ve had this issue?
Yes, there is a specific controller that has this setting. That is the same solution that I have worked through with other users. Use RDWorks and change the blow type to processing.
I noticed the compressor turned on pretty fast after the air started.... is it able to maintain the desired airflow continuously? Does the compressor have to run continuously or does it cycle on and off? I'm just trying to get a feel for what size compressor is needed for this since I'm about to convert my own laser.
My kit came with a relay and a manual switch, but I can't find any good quality videos other than MW laser that includes these parts in the install video. Are they necessary?
Excellent video! Just did my upgrade. Is there a way that I can make it so the air assist is on while doing a project vs when the laser fires? The relay just keeps clicking when the laser fires. Is there a setting in lightburn somewhere?
You most likely have a specific controller that has a setting that I hidden from Lightburn called “blow type”. If you use RDWorks you can access it and change the setting to processing and that will fix your problem.
I keep getting an error of “communication with controller failed” when I try and go to machine settings. Do you know what would cause this?
I haven’t got my laser yet. I ordered the 100 watt. Question if I go this route with a air compressor will I still need to upgrade my inline fan?
I haven’t got my laser yet. I ordered the 100 watt. Question if I go this route with a air compressor will I still need to upgrade my inline fan?
great video, and thanks for the helpful info. I am wondering though if I'm doing a project that has engraving and cutting in it all in the same job how is the pressure changed from say using cutting pressure to lowering it to engraving pressure? Will the controller regulate the pressure automatically and if not how is that done? If not would I need to pause the job and adjust it manually?
Hi thanks for good video. I am beginner for laser stuff and I want to ask that is air pressure important for cutting or is just airflow enough?
Only 25 psi can operate the valve, i see this on every selinoid i look at, so this selinoid will only alow 25 psi and up? Just making sure
You are my my number 1 go to guy for any of my Omtech 60 watt laser issues, upgrades and/or information. Thank you for this tutorial :)
💪🏼you’re welcome!
I ordered all these parts and went I went to assemble this today I could not. I ordered the alternate solenoid because it would arrive faster, but it did not come with the adapters to the air hose. those 2 adapters cost the same and the whole other solenoid with adapters, so I'm returning the one foe the other, bit that still leaves me unable to get grom the compressor to the air hose because the included 1/4 inch fitting is male, and lo Aly nobody has a 1/4 female to the female side for the coupler. so even after swapping solenoids, I am short a needed adapter from the compressor to the hose
Love the video (already commented prior) ... doing the upgrade now. My stock air pump was on bottom (in back) and was not even attached. I want to take it all the way out, not sure where the wire leads to. I don't want to cut the power wire to this and just leave it plugged in somewhere. Appreciate your videos.
Just follow the wires and you can disconnect them. It will be connected to the power supple or one of the power terminals.
How can I determine where to connect the output from the solenoid air valve to my laser controller?
In which channel of the laser controller should I place it for automatic recognition?
Alternatively, is there a specific channel on top of my laser controller where the output from the solenoid air valve should be inserted?
Keep up the good work. 🔥🔥🔥
Cool video. I use a couple of California air compressors at work. They are oil free which is perfect for this kind of application, but the seals only last 1500 hours before they need a rebuild. i would suggest purchasing an inexpensive vibration sensing hour meter. They are not too expensive and will keep you from being blind sided by an unexpected performance loss. The good thing is that they do sell rebuild kits…
Two more upgrades would be an auto drain for your compressor. it will reduce the strain on your air-water separator/filter and will greatly extend the life of your compressor. The husky brand auto drain from home depot is decent. The other thing is Nitra solenoid valves like the dvp-2cc1c-24a and /or DIN LED indicating leads from Automation direct. They are not too expensive (~ $26)will last you a good long time, are stackable (with an inexpensive kit) if you have more than one thing you are trying to supply with air and the LED on the DIN connector helps with troubleshooting when they do go. Again, great video!
Adding to last comment. My system has duel air assist. One is to be used with regular compressed for everything but steel. The second system is for oxygen (or possibly nitrogen) for the steel cutting.
hi if i get this compressor do i still need the regulator you talk about in your video and do you think this compressor will be suitable for my 80w laser thanks as could not get California air tools one as in the uk
The regulator have a moisture trap as part of it. That is essential to make sure that it operates with out any water coming through to the lens.
@@BeardedBuildsCo sorry here is the link www.ebay.co.uk/itm/293677392738
Looks like a solid unit from what I can see.
@@BeardedBuildsCo thanks so do I need to install a separate regulator..??? But I was thinking if I install the other regulator I could position it closer to me to dial in the pressure rather than keep going to the compressor just wanted to know if it would reduce anything by having 2 on the system thanks for your time
Wow man 24hrs after following your video instruction and WOW I have a new Laser, the difference is INCREDIBLE!! Thank you so much!
You’re welcome! 🤜🏻💥🤛🏻
Thanks for this video. I just bought OMTech 130 watt. Can I use this set up for that bigger machine?
Sure thing! I saw that in the omtech Facebook group! Congrats! Yes you can do this on that machine as well. I just recently did it on my new 100w 40x24 as well.
This compressor is way too small.
I have a 20x28 60W.
If I try to cut a bed full of objects, this compressor runs non stop and then overheats and shuts down.
Also, dual solenoids are better set up, if you want to have a low pressure for engraving. This way when you have air assist off in LightBurn , it still gives you 5psi.
This was AWESOME. Thank you for listing ALL the parts with Amazon links. I haven't bought my OMTech yet, but when I do, I plan on doing the air assist upgrade. I will also use your 5%OFF coupon for the laser (I think that is what that is for)
THANKS
Yep! LASERGUYS5OFF with get you 5% off your purchase.
I recently bought a co2 laser that came with one of those cheap water bubblers and I wanted to upgrade to a compressor and I was wondering if it was possible to make the air assist turn on only when used, thank you for this video
You’re welcome!
Just ordered my 80w Omtech and used your code! Thanks so much saved over $200.
And just ordered the parts for the air assist to install when the laser arrives
Awesome! Thank you for the support!
Following along to the part where we are connecting to the black tube coming out the back. It appears my 100W Red/Black that hole is empty. Inside there is a black tube connected to a small compressor possibly internally. How should I proceed on that guy?
With the internal pump you will want to disconnect the air line and that will be the line that will connect to your solenoid. Then you will want to disconnect the power wires to the pump from the power supply. It is a pretty simple procedure just make sure the everything is unplugged so no power is being supplied to the machine. It is up to you whether you completely remove the pump or not. At this point you can continue with the installation.
@@BeardedBuildsCo Thanks. Was watching and looking around some videos and figured to pull the air line. Would you just disconnect the wires and cap them or completely remove? It looks like the wires coming off the old air pump when they meet the board are joined with other wires from a different part.
The safest thing is to remove it completely so there are no live stray wires but you can do it either way.
@@BeardedBuildsCo Very helpful. Thanks!
The wire link in description doesn’t work. Can you please update with a working link? Thanks.
Updated with a couple options
Won´t work for me at all, wired everything like in video, but won˙t work solenoid opens when you press start but won`t close when task is over. I also put dode.. no difference
hi, how did you disconnect the built in air pump on your Omtech CO2 laser? I am using the hose from it to the laser head, but the pump still runs.
Follow the power wires back to the power supply and disconnect or cut and cap then individually.
I completed the upgrade like in your video discription , now i have the problem with theb lens , its always dirty , within 30 minutes , what goes wrong , to much pressure ??
Are you draining you compressor regularly? If there is water or debris coming through the air lines it will likely dirty the lens.
Thanks for the video. How do you use lightburn in that machine? I work the image on CorelDRAW and then send it to Rdworks
Good video. I actually upgraded my air assist to a harbour freight air compressor. Its super quiet but the air capacity isn't there so it continuesly runs if I run high air.
I have the same thing happen.
Compressor will die fast, those silenced units must be at least 420 l/min to work 1/3 for laser
@@bartela I'm sure the life expectancy will be shortened. I can possibly add a supplemental tank to offset the cycle times.
Bigger tank will put more stress to motor, so it is better to have more tank than factory one, but it will make motor work more. In short yes and no, better is to bought bigger output and forget. This solution will die faster as you think. I know because i gone trough this allready :)
@@bartela I hear you. I will just wait for it to eventually give me issues then upgrade from there. Thanks for the guidance!
Got it all set up and my computer won’t communicate with my controller. There may have been a light burn update. I’m using a Mac and have the ethernet to lightning adapter. Not sure what I’ve done wrong.
Being that it’s a year since you posted this, so you find the 1HP 8 gallon compressor to be enough? I just purchased the OMTECH AF2440-100 and will be upgrading the air assist once I receive the laser.
Hy! I don't understand I copied your installation, but my compressor isnt't turn on automatic.
I have to pull red button with hand.
It is normal?
Great video, I also have a 100W Omtech Blue machine. do you have any issues with Pin (5) Wind not working. i cannot enable it through Lightburn or RDworks. Any suggestions or if you got it working on your Blue machine would be great. Good videos keep it up.
Great video.
Do You have a sample how it cuts before/after upgrade to see difference?
When I added a 50L air assist to my k40 laser It turns on and off by itself, what is the SOLUTION please 🥺
with that compressor setup and running 1 filter how have your water moisture levels been to the laser itself, are you running any other filters currently?
Mine has been flawless. Keep in mind that I do live in a dryer climate. Still the original set up with only one filter/separator.
@@BeardedBuildsCo yeah I live in the high desert very dry climate also, just wondering what stage I should do single or double, just curious thanks for the fast reply
What magnets do you use to hold material down?
Also, do you cut 1/4 plywood with your laser?
Yes, I can cut 1/4 ply. These are the magnets amzn.to/3sALgdy
Any other Solenoid you would suggest, looks like they don't have a 24 available on Amazon.
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@@BeardedBuildsCo thanks!
You rock, bud! I did this, and it works great!
Thanks for all the videos!
My question is, would it be possible in lightburn to run 2 different air assists? One for cutting and one for ingraving. The only way I have come up with is having one compressor run constant for ingraving and put in a T with the solenoid switch on the compressor for cutting. My concern would be the back pressure on the ingraving compressor.
Was wondering if it is possible to put 2 solenoid switches on to switch back and forth and control them in lightburn so the one compressor is not always on if it would even work with the back pressure from the cutting compressor.
Or is there a better way to do this?
Have a great weekend!
Great video. I just got an OmTech 60W that came with the small internal pump, but I’m assuming I’ll get better cuts connecting it to my air compressor instead. And also replacing the exhaust fan as you do in another video. I’m curious why you needed the regulator - doesn’t the air compressor already have one that will let you set the PSI? Thanks
So the regular gives you adjustability closer to the machine and it also had a moisture trap to keep anything from getting on the lens and ruining any of the laser components.
Thanks Brant - my husband set this up for me today and I just ran the test - I'm ready to play!!
Awesome! Glad I could help!
I just got everything I need to upgrade my air. What do I do if my machine doesn’t have an open 24v spot on my electrical panel?
does ir matter when adding to a thunder laser due to the fact it has high and low assist options. Is this process of installation the same? I also have seen where someone (i cant find the video) added to pressure guage to the machine to see what the high setting is and can adjust and same for the low....... I would have to drill a hole for each one and insert in the each line.
Did this upgrade. Air assist will turn on but won’t turn off. I was reading that a 24v solenoid is needed. I have a 12v solenoid, will that cause it not to shut off after a cut?
Yes that will cause this issue. You will want to get a 24v solenoid.
Thank you. Thanks for the fast response and great video.
Anytime!
Thanks for posting this video. Installing the upgraded air assist today.
You’re welcome!
Any reason not to just use the built in regulator on the compressor?
So you can have the control mounted to a more convenient place.
Hi! I'm from Italy and i'm using the ORTUR LM2 PRO as my first laser experience but in the future I want to buy a more powerfull CO2 laser one.
I use your links and now I'm in love with the OMTECH 50W (I don't have the right spaces for others one). I think its good for 2k $.
I'm reading that it works connected to 110V AC so I want to ask..... it's ok for my regular 220V ? 🤔🤔🤔🙈
I made a mistake when I bought my CO2 laser with Reci tube W2 90W-130W --- did not understand and money is issues so I get a CW-3000 chiller, is it too small ??? will it still ok to run my Reci tube? Thanks
Question on the solenoid. Is it supposed to let some air through when the air is off? I can hear the airflow when it kicks on, and when it's off there is still a small amount of air going to the laser head.
If you are using the setup from this video then there should be no air when a job is not running.
@@BeardedBuildsCo I am using your setup. I just looked at the Amazon reviews, and there are comments about it leaking. So, it looks like I received a bad solenoid.
Is the parts list still correct? I didn't see where eu used the elbow connectors. Also what guage wire ?
man, in your parts list I thought hoes connector kit would be a list of phone numbers!
HA! Good luck with that! 😂
What about when you have a different nozzle from American photoneics with a different type air connection on the nozzle? How can I hook it up
What PSI are you running on it now?
Very informative video, thanks. I have an omtech red and black, 100w machine. Should I follow the same process to upgrade my air assist. Thanks
How can I get it set up to have high psi for cutting and lower psi for engraving on the same file
The only thing I’d change is to have a bulkhead fitting into the machine.
Hey brother did you disconnect the wire for the old air assist? I think I saw that in other videos
Thank you for the knowledge shared. We all appreciate it big time!
You’re welcome!
Would I be able to use this compressor on a 80 w laser & get a clean cut?
Yes.
Why add an in line regulator when the air compressor has a regulator for outgoing air?
Great video just ordered my parts from your links so just waiting now for them to arrive.. I am in the UK so cannot get the compressor you have any recommendations for us in the UK I have been ready 50 ltr min???
I have a question. I did your install on my 100 watt laser a year ago and it works great. Did the same install today on my new OMTECH 150 watt and the air runs the whole time the file is running. The other one only runs air when the laser is actually firing. Could I have the wiring wrong?
hello can you please share the settings for the air assist for engraving, cutting and scoring and how to set when a design has all 3 components? This would be extremely helpful. Have it all set up and ready to go but uncertain of the settings
I did everything you did and I am running the same set up as you are but my air assist is still not coming on.
where did you get the electrical connector that you attached the wire to, going to the laser power
As a future addition you can add an additional 2 way solenoid so you can have low pressure for engraving and use the aux output to trigger air assist for higher pressure cutting pressure.
I just watched a video where MW Laser does almost what this video shows , but goes that extra step and wires an extra solenoid to turn the compressor on and off. However this video seems a lot easier to follow. Looking at the other video comparisons with wood and plastic it was a huge difference to have less air on the plastic.
Or you could adjust the regulator 🤷♂️
Works perfectly exactly how u said thank u
I did the air assist upgrade but when I go into lightburn and vendor settings I don’t have any vendor settings
question
is 10 gln tank enough to supply the air for a long run?
Regards, Rick
On a long run your compressor is going to run retárdales of the tank size. Bigger tank and higher CFM motor will minimize the number of cycles.
I watched your video and followed the step to the "T", but now my laser isn't recognizing the x and y axis and keeps hitting the back right corner. I tried to hit escape on the the controller and still frame a job but when it frames, it wants to go to the back right corner again. Is there something different I need to do for my Omtech 60W AF black/red laser?
Not sure if I needed to do other wiring? I did see another video that used 2 of the solenoids?
The issue you are sharing is unrelated to the air assist unless you disconnected a sensor in the process.
Watch this video:
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Yeah, we figured that part out. but where we put the air assist is where those wires are inserted. in the 24v slot. My stock air compressor is not an external on, it came with the machine and is hooked up to run somewhere else. Would using those confections work for the solenoid?
No, you have to connect the solenoid to the controller so it can be controlled by the software.
Excellent Video. I really appreciate it, and thanks for the links to buy the parts.
Dear Sir, 5 star video, thank you very much, will do as you showed.
Not sure if anyone is still checking this I have a 60w omtech and the machine looks like it had a plug like your green ones but it's labeled 24v and aux air not wind...I assume these are the same
Yeah they are the same port
Thank you for making this video but I gotta question. My husband finally got the upgraded air assist all hocked up we have the California ultra quiet compressor but it has a hissing sound coming from it like air is leaking out is that normal? I asked my husband he says yes but he also tried to cut a 1 inch common board in my 55 watt thinks it can be done with this new air compressor I seen a flame and stopped it I said it can’t be done it’s not worth starting a fire till try lol I’m not using my laser I have it off but still hear the leaking air
You should only be hearing a hissing from the laser head once the job is running and there should be no flames.
@@BeardedBuildsCo ok thank you. Yeah there are no flames that was only in the wood my husband put in there that he shouldn’t of :/ I get good clean cuts on both 1/8 and 1/4 no soot on the 1/4 anymore :) I just hear the hissing sound when it’s all off coming from the air compressor I don’t think it’s normal but my husband says yes but I don’t trust him lol
@dnecey32 you will want to track down where the hissing is coming from and you probably need to add Teflon tape or tighten a fitting.
Keep in mind, that is not a "continuous duty" compressor. The air to my laser is supplied through my shop compressor. I installed a 20 gal. auxiliary air tank dedicated to the laser. World of difference. The electric, "normally closed", solenoid is a must. Plugged into the power supply for the OEM pump, will improve longevity of compressor. Great video!
So I'm watching this video and wondering: what about his OEM pump? Does his disconnect it? I have an OMT 60W, too, though mine is a little different in that my air assist pump is installed inside the cabinet. There is no external air assist port. Would I wire my solenoid leads to the OEM pump blocks?
You will want to disconnect the pump and wire the solenoid to the controller as outlined in the video. On my 100watt I had to drill a hole for the air hose and wires.
Could you use this to cut thin metal? People use nitrogen and oxygen assist to cut metal with a co2 laser, why not just normal compressed air, which is ~78% nitrogen, ~21% oxygen? Cut quality might suffer some for a given use case but it should still work or?
Totally not in my wheel house to answer this question.
so today i tried doing this exact installation/upgrade. i bought all the supplies from the links in the video description. but the air assist does not seem to be turning on. I have gone to the machine settings and then to the vendor settings and turn the false to true. ANy ideas what might be going wrong?
Are you sure that you received a 24v solenoid?