Laser
Cutters
Laser Cutters
Book a Time
Book a time to use a laser cutter at Erie Community Library.
Book a time to use a laser cutter at LINC Library Innovation Center.
Training
You will be provided with a safety training during your first reservation. This typically takes 30 minutes.
Materials
You are welcome to bring and use your own wood, cardboard, or acrylic materials so long as they are checked by a staff member for compatibility and safety.
Materials of any size that fit within the bed will be permitted, and the maximum thickness of materials for cutting is 1/2″ (if the material is to be engraved, any thickness that fits in the machine is permitted).
For rotary lasers, glass and powder-coated tumblers are also permitted, but for etching only, no cutting.
You may also purchase materials at the library:
Baltic birch Plywood 12”x12”x1/8” sheet: $2.00
Available Laser Cutters
Glowforge Pro (Erie)
Universal Laser System (LINC)
Rules
Must have a library card (Resident, CLC, or Limited. E-access cards DO NOT allow use of maker spaces/services)
Less than $7.50 in fines/fees on your library account
Must have a valid email address
Users under 12 must have a parent/guardian present. Both the under-12 user and parent/guardian will need to be certified and sign waivers
Five active reservations allowed at a time
Must wear closed toe shoes
Hair tied up, no dangling clothing or jewelry
Other, non-certified people may accompany you during your reservation time (subject to limitation)
No weapons, parts for weapons, weapon accessories, or weapon replicas may be produced with Makerspace or Woodshop equipment
Work must be concluded by or before the end of the reservation. For example, a 3D print must be completed or at a stopping point at the end of your reservation time so that the next person can begin their work on time
Additional rules may apply in specific areas or with specific equipment, please see the “More Info” link under the equipment you’d like to use for more details.