{"id":27502,"date":"2021-11-08T11:36:57","date_gmt":"2021-11-08T17:36:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/?page_id=27502"},"modified":"2021-11-08T11:36:58","modified_gmt":"2021-11-08T17:36:58","slug":"makermade-laser-upgrade","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/?page_id=27502","title":{"rendered":"MakerMade Laser Upgrade"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>MakerMade is now offering a laser upgrade to the popular M2 CNC platform.  You can purchase it here:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/MakerMad-Laser-Upgrade-J-Tech.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"642\" height=\"563\" src=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/MakerMad-Laser-Upgrade-J-Tech.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27503\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/MakerMad-Laser-Upgrade-J-Tech.jpg 642w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/MakerMad-Laser-Upgrade-J-Tech-600x526.jpg 600w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/MakerMad-Laser-Upgrade-J-Tech-300x263.jpg 300w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/MakerMad-Laser-Upgrade-J-Tech-150x132.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 642px) 100vw, 642px\" \/><\/a><figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/makermade.com\/collections\/all\/products\/m2-laser-engraving-kit?variant=40631770349734\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/makermade.com\/collections\/all\/products\/m2-laser-engraving-kit?variant=40631770349734<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Setup Instructions<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tools and Hardware Required<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Small Mini Flathead Screwdriver (included)<\/li><li>M3 Allen Wrench for 71 mm clamp, or M5 Allen Wrench for 91 mm clamp<\/li><li>2 &#8211; 25 mm M3 screws to use with the 71 mm clamp (included) \u2022 1KhZ resistor (included)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"390\" src=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/1-tools-required.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27505\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/1-tools-required.jpg 600w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/1-tools-required-300x195.jpg 300w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/1-tools-required-150x98.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Laser Diode Driver Diagram<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"469\" src=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-2.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27508\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-2.png 720w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-2-600x391.png 600w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-2-300x195.png 300w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-2-150x98.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><figcaption>Front of Laser Driver<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-3.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27509\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-3.png 720w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-3-600x400.png 600w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-3-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-3-150x100.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><figcaption>Back of Laser Driver<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Attach the Laser Mount<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Loosen the router clamp and remove the router.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"448\" height=\"299\" src=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-4.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27510\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-4.png 448w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-4-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-4-150x100.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 448px) 100vw, 448px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Remove the clear plastic dust channel cover.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"450\" height=\"337\" src=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-5.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27511\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-5.png 450w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-5-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-5-150x112.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Insert Laser Module Into Laser Mount<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>*for 71 mm mount: Remove exsisting clamp screws and insert the laser mount. Use the longer 25mm screws provided to secure the mount into the clamp.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"277\" src=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-6.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-6.png 720w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-6-600x231.png 600w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-6-300x115.png 300w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-6-150x58.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Insert Laser Mount Into Router Clamp. Tighten Clamp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"388\" src=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-7.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27513\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-7.png 720w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-7-600x323.png 600w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-7-300x162.png 300w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-7-150x81.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Use the Z-Axis controls in the Controls widget in Makerverse to move the Z-Axis toward the work surface until the laser shroud is 1\/8\u201d above the work surface.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"222\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-8.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27514\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-8.png 222w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-8-150x101.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 222px) 100vw, 222px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Use the focusing tool provided in the laser kit to make sure the laser shroud is 1\/8\u201d above the work surface.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"367\" height=\"166\" src=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-9.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27515\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-9.png 367w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-9-300x136.png 300w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-9-150x68.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 367px) 100vw, 367px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>You can do this by tilting the sled back slightly to slide the focusing tool behind the sled. The focusing tool should be flush with the bottom of the sled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"454\" height=\"339\" src=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-10.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27516\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-10.png 454w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-10-300x224.png 300w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-10-150x112.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 454px) 100vw, 454px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"933\" src=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-11.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27517\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-11.png 720w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-11-600x778.png 600w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-11-232x300.png 232w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-11-150x194.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Mount the Laser Driver<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Mount the laser driver close to the M2 control board.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can use the sticky pads to attach the laser driver near the M2 control board or you can mount it using screws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"476\" height=\"284\" src=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-12.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27518\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-12.png 476w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-12-300x179.png 300w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-12-150x89.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 476px) 100vw, 476px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure the Mode Selector Switch on the front of the laser driver is to the right. (Input Control Mode)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"284\" src=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-13.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27519\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-13.png 720w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-13-600x237.png 600w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-13-300x118.png 300w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-13-150x59.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Run the Laser and Fan Extension Cables<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The two cables in the mounting kit are the Laser Extension Cable (thicker cable) and the Fan Extension Cable (thinner cable).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"340\" height=\"255\" src=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-14.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27520\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-14.png 340w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-14-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-14-150x113.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 340px) 100vw, 340px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Find the female end of each \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 You can put a small piece of tape extension cable.\u00a0 on the ends to keep them together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"721\" height=\"224\" src=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-15.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27521\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-15.png 721w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-15-600x186.png 600w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-15-300x93.png 300w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-15-150x47.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 721px) 100vw, 721px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Feed the female ends of the extension cables down behind the frame and pull the extension cables out far enough to attach to the sled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Connect the Laser Driver to the Control Board<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Find the Molex Mini Fit Jr. Input cable. (pictured below)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On one end is a black connector. On the other end are two wires.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The BLACK wire is the Ground.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The RED wire is the PWM or spindle speed control.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These two wires will connect to the M2 control board.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"360\" height=\"270\" src=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-16.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27522\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-16.png 360w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-16-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-16-150x113.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 360px) 100vw, 360px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Remove the case cover from the M2 control board.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"356\" height=\"240\" src=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-17.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27523\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-17.png 356w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-17-300x202.png 300w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-17-150x101.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 356px) 100vw, 356px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Find the green connector on the M2 control board.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If it makes it easier, you can remove the green connector plug from the motor shield by gently pulling it straight out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"339\" height=\"201\" src=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-18.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27524\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-18.png 339w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-18-300x178.png 300w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-18-150x89.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 339px) 100vw, 339px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Loosen the screw in the 1st position Labelled 12V.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Loosen the screw in the 2nd position Labelled GND. Loosen the screw in the 3rd position Labelled LSR.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"234\" height=\"205\" src=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-19.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27525\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-19.png 234w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-19-150x131.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 234px) 100vw, 234px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"318\" height=\"110\" src=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-20.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27526\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-20.png 318w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-20-300x104.png 300w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-20-150x52.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 318px) 100vw, 318px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Insert the BLACK wire from the cable into the 2nd position on the green connector labelled GND.  Tighten the screw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"210\" height=\"260\" src=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-21.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27527\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-21.png 210w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-21-150x186.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 210px) 100vw, 210px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Insert the RED wire from the cable into the 3rd position on the green connector labelled LSR.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"227\" height=\"287\" src=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-22.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27528\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-22.png 227w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-22-150x190.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 227px) 100vw, 227px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Insert one end of the 1K resistor into the 3rd position on the green connector labelled LZR.\u00a0 Tighten the screw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"141\" height=\"149\" src=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-23.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27529\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Insert one end of the 1K resistor into the 1st position on the green connector labelled 12V.\u00a0Tighten the screw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"183\" src=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-24.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27530\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-24.png 200w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-24-150x137.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>When you have done that, the green connector should look like below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"215\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-25.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27531\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-25.png 215w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-25-150x105.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 215px) 100vw, 215px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you removed the green connector plug to make these connections, snap it back into the motor shield.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"271\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-26.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-26.png 271w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-26-150x111.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 271px) 100vw, 271px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The other end of the cable you just connected to the M2 control board will have a black Molex connector on it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This black connector goes into Terminal H4 on the back of the laser driver. (Input cable from controller)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Terminal H4 may have a black dot or line on the driver connector. (see picture)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"332\" height=\"290\" src=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-27.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27534\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-27.png 332w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-27-300x262.png 300w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-27-150x131.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 332px) 100vw, 332px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Double check to make sure this is correct. You can cause damage to the laser driver if the cable is not plugged in to the correct terminal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"246\" height=\"237\" src=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-28.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27535\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-28.png 246w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-28-150x145.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 246px) 100vw, 246px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Connect the Laser Cable to the Laser Driver<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Find the opposite end of the extension cables you fed under the frame with the male connectors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Connect the thick laser extension cable (with the clear end) to the laser driver board in Terminal H3. 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Connect the Laser to the Extension Cables<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Connect the laser and fan cables to the extension cables.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ensure you have enough slack so the extension cables will be able to move freely as the sled moves around the work space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"645\" height=\"580\" src=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-30.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27537\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-30.png 645w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-30-600x540.png 600w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-30-300x270.png 300w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-30-150x135.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 645px) 100vw, 645px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Use zip ties to keep laser and fan extension cables neat and together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Connect Emergency Stop Button (Optional)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Connect E-Stop Cable to green connector on front of laser driver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>*Please Note:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Laser will not work without the included jumper OR E-Stop connected.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"481\" src=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-31.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27538\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-31.png 720w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-31-600x401.png 600w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-31-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/image-31-150x100.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>To reset the E-Stop, twist the red button to the right and the button will pop up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Your Laser is Now Assembled!<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The next step is to get started engraving projects with LightBurn and<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Makerverse. 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