LONGER RAY5 User manual
Dear customer,
Thank you for choosing Longer products RAY5.
Maybe you are familiar with the engraving machine or have bought
a similar engraving machine before, we still highly recommend that
you read this manual carefully. The installation techniques and
precautions in this manual can help you avoid any unnecessary
damage or frustraion.
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Contents
Safety Precautions .......................................................................................................... 2
A. Product information ................................................................................................... 9
(1) Model parameter ......................................................................................................... 9
(2) Packing List ................................................................................................................. 11
(3) Machine assembly ..................................................................................................... 12
(4) Leveling ...................................................................................................................... 13
(5) Installation of the filament ........................................................................................ 14
B． Machine operation ................................................................................................ 15
(1)Machine control interface description ....................................................................... 20
C. Installation and use of Cura 4.8 slicing software ......................................................... 26
(1) Software installation .................................................................................................. 26
(2)Add 3D model into Cura 4.8 ........................................................................................ 27
(3)Slicing parameters....................................................................................................... 27
(4)Slice and save Gcode files ........................................................................................... 27
(5)More ........................................................................................................................... 27
D． FAQ manual .......................................................................................................... 27
Question1: How to update the firmware? ...................................................................... 27
Question 2:What if the filament does not discharge from the machine? ...................... 28
Question 3: ...................................................................................................................... 29
When the machine returns the filament, it can't be returned. What should I do when
stuck in the pneumatic joint? .......................................................................................... 29
Question 4: What should I do if I cannot resume printing after power shutdown? ....... 30
Question 5: ...................................................................................................................... 31
The left side of the platform can be leveled, but the right side cannot be leveled. ....... 31
Question6: ....................................................................................................................... 32
Filament does not stick to the platform .......................................................................... 32
Question7: ....................................................................................................................... 33
Print online encounters no content on the right side. .................................................... 33
Question8: ....................................................................................................................... 34
The touch screen displays the file name garbled. ........................................................... 34
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Safety Precautions
1)The RAY5 engraves and cuts materials by the means of a high-
energy diode laser beam.
The hazards associated with a high-energy diode laser beam include
the possibility of fires, generation of hazardous and/or irritating
toxic fumes, but more importantly damage to eyes and skin.
2) Laser engravers are divided into several internationally valid
classes based on their performance and the risk of injury.The RAY5
falls into the Class IV (Class 4 IEC standard focus on the American
FDA classification).
Laser class Class Definition
Class I Class I laser radiation is not considered
hazardous.
Class IIa Class IIa laser radiation is not considered
hazardous if viewed for any period of
time less than or equal to 1x103
seconds, but is considered a chronic
viewing hazard for any period of time
greater than 1x103 seconds.
Class IIa Class II laser radiation is considered a
chronic viewing hazard.
Class II Class IIIa laser radiation is,
depending upon the irradiance,
either an acute in- trabeam viewing
hazard or chronic viewing hazard. If
viewed directly with optical
instruments, Class IIIa laser
radiation is classified as an acute
viewing hazard.
Class IIIb Direct Class IIIb laser radiation is
considered an acute hazard to the
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skin and
eyes.
Class IV Class IV laser radiation is
considered an acute hazard to the
skin and eyes from
both direct and scattered radiation.
The high energy laser beam can cause severe eye
damage, including blindness and serious skin burns.
Improper use of the controls and modification of the
safety features may cause serious eye injury and burns.
Please wear Personal Protective(Safety Glasses are
designed to filter specific ranges of laser wavelength. The
RAY5 Safety Glasses provided are specific for LONGER
Laser Module;) when using the machine Equipment (PPE).
DO NOT look directly into the laser beam;
• DO NOT aim the laser beam at reflective surfaces;
• DO NOT operate the laser without PPE protection for all persons
nearby in the
proximity of the RAY5
• DO NOT allow unsupervised access to the RAY5 to children;
• DO NOT allow access near the RAY5 to pets;
• DO NOT modify or disable any safety features of the laser
system;
• DO NOT touch the high energy laser beam;
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3) We strongly recommend placing the machine in a well-ventilated
room, and at the same time, the door of the room has a sealing
effect and the windows have curtains, so as to effectively avoid
looking directly at the laser beam and some smoke and steam ,
Particles and other highly toxic substances. At the same time, you
can pay attention to the Longer products (cover) in the follow-up.
4) The high-energy diode laser beam can produce
extremely high temperatures and significant amounts
of heat as the substrate material is burned away while
engraving and cutting. Some materials are prone to catch fire
during cutting operations creating
flame, fumes and smoke.
Although the RAY5 has a built in flame sensor, this technology
should NOT be considered 100% accurate and should be seen only
as a warning system.
P.S. During the working process of RAY5, if a flame is
found, the machine will stop the laser and make a sound
to indicate abnormal conditions. Please pay attention to the
working status of the machine.
6) during operation to ensure that any flare ups/ flame are properly
contained and
extinguished.
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It is strongly recommended that a Fire Extinguisher should be
located within
close proximity to the RAY5. Extinguishers should be halogen or
multi-purpose dry chemical. Alternatively or in conjunction with the
Fire Extinguisher it is recommended a “Fire Extinguisher Ball” is
positioned beside the RAY5.
• DO NOT use materials that are highly flammable, explosive or
produce toxic
by-products;
• DO NOT remove material from the cutting bed before it has
cooled;
• DO NOT leave the RAY5 operating unattended;
• ALWAYS clean up clutter, debris and flammable materials in
the laser RAY5 bed after use;
• ALWAYS keep a properly maintained fire extinguisher nearby;
• DO NOT allow the USB cable to come in contact with the laser
Beam;
• DO NOT allow the 12v power cable to come in contact with
the laser Beam;
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7) During the engraving process of the RAY5 laser
engraving machine, different materials may produce
different pungent odors. Always use RAY5 laser
engravers in open and well-ventilated areas.
8) Environmental requirements
Temperature requirement: 10°C~30°C, humidity requirement:
20%~50%, this RAY5 laser engravers can work normally within this
range; beyond this range, this laser engravers will unable to achieve
the best engraving results.
9) Below a list of some of the most known hazardous materials that
the user SHOULD NOT attempt to engrave or cut on. If a material is
not in this list, do not consider it to be safe to use. Obtain the Safety
Data Sheet (SDS) from the material’s manufacturer when handling
unknown materials.
Material Reason to avoid engraving / cutting it
PVC (Poly
Vinyl
Chloride)
PVC will emit Chlorine gas when laser cut or laser engraved. This
toxic gas can ruin the optics and motion control system of the laser
engraver, In fact, engraving or cutting PVC is a sure way of voiding
the warranty of your laser engraver
Lexan / Thick
Poly- carbonate
Lexan not only cuts poorly but it also catches on fire very easily.
The window of the laser engraving machine is usually made from
polycarbonate because it does a very good job of attracting
infrared radiation., which is the frequency of light the engraver
uses when cutting and engraving materials. This makes the laser
cutter quite ineffective in cutting polycarbonate materials
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ABS
ABS melts upon exposure to a laser beam as opposed to vaporizing
which would
be the ideal reaction needed for laser engraving.
Instead of leaving a crisp image, ABS will melt and leave a gooey
deposit on the surface.
HDPE HDPE melts and catches on fire pretty easily upon exposure to a
laser beam.
Polystyrene
Foam
Only very thin pieces can be laser cut but for the most part,
polystyrene catches
on fire and melts when exposed to a laser beam
Fiberglass Fiberglass is made from two materials; glass and epoxy resin.
The best method of marking glass is etching while epoxy resin
can emit toxic fumes upon laser engraving. These two reasons
make fiberglass a bad choice for a laser engraving material
Polypropylene polypropylene melts and catches on fire easily and then the
melted material con- tinues to burn thereby forming pebble-like
drips that harden on the surface
Coated Carbon
Fiber
Coated carbon fiber emits noxious fumes. Additionally, carbon fiber
can be cut
albeit with some fraying but this is not the case when it is coated.
10) The RAY5 has built in technology and algorithms to
keep its users and the surrounding environment safe. This
said its important to understand the RAY5 is not a toy and should
be operated with care and respect.
11) Important information regarding your RAY5
12v power system:
• Never Use a different voltage Power Adapter.
The RAY5
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requires 12v 5 Amps;
• When using an alternative Power Adapter, the
Voltage should always be 12v, the minimum
Amperage output should be 5 Amps. Higher amperage
output Power Adapter can be used without risk of damage
to your RAY5;
• On inserting the power barrel into your Motherboard it is
possible that a small spark is visible. This is NOT
hazardous to your machine and is caused by the 12v
power inrush. If you prefer to avoid this, connect the power
barrel to your motherboard first, then connect your power
adapter to the mains electricity plug;
• Once the RAY5 detects 12v present you will see the
motherboard emit a light red glow on the LED of the
Motherboard. This mean the your motherboard is powered.
• If when plugging your Power Adapter barrel to your
Motherboard and the Power adapter to mains power a Blue
LED does not turn on, please verify your power adapter is
receiving Mains Power.
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A. Product information
(1) Model parameter
Machine Parameter
Item Number RAY5
Working Area 400x400 mm (15.75x15.75 In)
Z-Height Clearance 65mm
Min Engraving Speed 40 mm/min
Max Engraving Speed 10000 mm/min
Power Adapter Input Voltage (AC) 100-240v 50-60Hz Single Fase
Power Adapter Output Voltage (DC) 12V 5A
Power Consumption 60W
Packaging Size 61 x 30.5 x 14 cm
Packaging Weight 4.70Kg
Machine Size Assembled 61 x 67 x 20cm (24.01x26.38x0.79inch)
Operating Temperature -20ºC - 50ºC
Laser Parameter
Laser Technology Diode Laser
Wavelength 455nm
Power Input 12V 3A
Optical Output (W) 5W - Item Number is: RAY5
10W - Item Number is: RAY10
Focus Type Fixed Focus - 30mm Focal Range
Dot Size at optimal Focus 0.08x0.15mm
Laser Class FDA Class IV; Class 4 IEC standard
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(3) Machine assembly
LASER MACHINE INTRODUCTION
1. Y-axis motor 2.X-axis beam 3.Laser transmitter 4.Leg sheet metal
5. Synchronized optical axis 6.touch screen 7.Left frame profile 8.Rear frame
profile
9. X-axis motor 10.Right frame profile 11..X-axis right sheet metal
10.Front frame profile 13.Motherboard 14.X-axis l
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1. Preparation: X-axis beam, synchronous shaft, 42 stepper motor\, M3 spring washer,
M3x8 screw x4.
1.1Install the motor on the sheet metal on the right side of the beam as
shown in the figure, connect the motor shaft with the synchronous shaft, and
tighten the coupling screws.
2. Preparation: frame profile, corner groove, hexagon socket head screw
M5X20x4, M5 spring cushion x4.
2.1First put the foot groove in the frame profile, use the inner hexagonal
cup head to assemble and fix the frame profile. After the frame is installed,
tighten the M5 machine screw on the foot groove. During the process, hold
down the profile by hand to prevent the frame from warping.
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3. Preparation: X-axis beam, and the frame to complete the assembly.
3.1Install the X-axis beam in the V-groove of the left and right profiles along
the direction of the arrow.
3.2Pay attention to adjusting the eccentric nut to prevent the roller from
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being damaged by the groove.
4. Preparation: Support feet x3, engraving machine control box, M5x20
hexagon socket cup head screw x1, M5x16 hexagon socket cup head screw
x7, M5x8 hexagon socket round head screw x1, M5 spring washer x8, nylon
isolation column (7*5* 6) x1.
4.1According to the figure, install the supporting foot, the control box of the
engraving machine, and the left profile limit screw in the corresponding position.
5. Preparation: timing belt x2, M5 trapezoidal nut x4, M5x6 hexagon socket
head screw x4.
5.1As shown in the figure, pass the timing belt through the roller and the
timing wheel, and use the square nut to fix the timing belt.The installation
method on the other side is the same.
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Note: Do not obstruct the movement stroke of the engraving machine with the
round head screws
6. Preparation: laser head, M5x8 hexagon socket round head screw x2, M3x6
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hexagon socket round head screw x2, nylon isolation column (5x3x3) x2;
6.1Use M5x8 round head screws to fix the laser head to the X-axis beam
laser head sheet metal, and the height of the laser head should not be too high;
7. Connect the cable to the motor and the laser head as shown in the figure.
Note: Fix the cable with a cable tie and sheet metal to ensure that the cable has
enough length to ensure that the length of the cable is sufficient for the laser
head to move to the limit position.
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Lightburn
Step1. Software installation steps
1. Please download the trial version of Lightburn from the following website:
https://lightburnsoftware.com/pages/trial-version-try-before-you-buy
2. Install the software on your computer and run it.
3. Start the application from your computer (Windows, MAC, Linux).
4. If this is the first time you have started LightBurn, you will be prompted to enter the new
device wizard.
5. Select GRBL and press the Next button.
6. Select Serial/USB, and then press Next.
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