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LaserPecker 4 Distance Gauge (new designs added)

150mm engraving distance gauge for LaserPecker 4.
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updated September 20, 2023

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Update: new designs and SVG files for laser cutting uploaded. Let me know if you need an alternative design for your use case.

The LaserPecker 4 comes with two red lasers to assist in gauging the correct height, but I find it slow and inaccurate. So here are a few designs to hopefully make it easier for some like-minded users.

Mind that after printing, you should ensure the /-shaped gap next to the probe(s) is cut free in case it's fused together. 

Use 0.15mm or 0.2mm layer height and high % of infill. It won't cost you much more, but it will improve the durability of this tool.

It is unlikely to happen, but still, make sure you don't scratch the lens when using this tool!

Trim the tip of the probe(s) if your ideal engraving distance is less than 150mm. Otherwise, measure 150mm with the gauge first, and then tap up/down by a fixed number of times for the ideal height for YOUR engraver.

Add 1 or 2 layers of masking tape on the inside of the double-probe gauge where it clamps onto the lens housing if it's too loose.

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