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Every Maintenance article for the Nova — including guides that apply to every Thunder Laser machine.
43 articlesThunder Laser External Air Compressor Guidelines and InstallPreface: This article describes adding 3rd party bolt-on performance peripherals. Your stock Thunder Laser…Venting The Exhaust From Your Thunder LaserPreface: This article covers some key points about Venting Your Laser and adapting aftermarket exhaust…Thunder Laser Nova Series - How to Align your mirrors - Quick Start Alignment GuidePreface: This article covers How To align your laser beam in a 3 mirror gantry based Nova laser. The first…Filtrabox Fume ExtractorsYou can find specs on all the units listed here on the Filtrabox Website:…Tuning The Focal Length on The Stock 2" HeadThis documentation is specific to the Thunder Nova series stock 2" (50.8mm) focal length lens assembly. We…Nova Series LPSU ReplacementStep-by-step guide to safely removing and reinstalling the Laser Power Supply on Thunder Laser Nova series…Thunder Laser Nova Series: Checking And Adjusting Bearing TensionTwo methods for adjusting bearing tension on the Thunder Laser Nova series, plus bearing locations on the…Nova X and Y Verticality AdjustmentStart off by scoring at 100mm square on a flat piece of material, then proceed with the adjustments of the…Quantifying Air Assist PressuresHow to measure and monitor air assist pressures on Thunder Laser machines using an external air compressor…SMC ISE30A-01-N-L Pressure Switch Implementation ReferenceInstallation and configuration reference for the SMC ISE30A-01-N-L digital pressure switch used to monitor…Using Aftermarket Inline Exhaust and non OEM Replacement FansWhy use an aftermarket fan? The usual reason is to mitigate noise levels on the CZ-TD550 centrifugal fan.…Cleaning Your Stock Exhaust FanStep-by-step instructions for cleaning the exhaust fan and air flow path on Thunder Laser CO2 and galvo…Adding Manual Exhaust Fan ControlHow to add a manual SPST switch to control your exhaust fan independently of the TL-Timer, including an…Calibrating Axes In LightBurnHow to calibrate an axis in LightBurn using the built-in wizard, including kerf accounting and step-by-step…HF-150PE 6 Inch 381.81 CFM ECO-Watt Mixed-Flow Inline Exhaust FanNOVA 24, NOVA 35, Bolt Pro 22, Bolt Pro 31m ODIN22, and Odin 32 are now are equipped with HF-150PE. 1. 6 inch…Selecting Between Low and High Dual Air Assist Stages In LightBurnSelecting Between Low and High Dual Air Assist Stages In LightBurn If yours is working backwards please see…LightObject Laser Engraving Air Assisted Enhancer TestA hands-on evaluation of the LightObject Air Assisted Enhancer (long tip, 21mm) installed on a Thunder Laser…Dual Air Assist Theory of Operation and SchematicsExplains how the dual-stage air assist system works in Nova series laser machines, including solenoid…Thunder Laser Dual-Stage Air Assist Sequencing IssuesHow to fix dual-stage air assist sequencing issues on Thunder Laser machines, most commonly caused by USB…Controlling Fume Extractors With Your Thunder LaserHow to wire a Filtrabox fume extractor to a Thunder Laser machine using the relay outputs, including a…How to Flash a Thunder Laser Ruida DSP Controller Firmware using RdWorks for WindowsStep-by-step guide to flashing the Ruida DSP controller firmware on Thunder Laser machines using RDworksV8…How To Replace The Small X Axis Belt LoopLearn how to identify and replace the small X axis belt loop on your Thunder Laser, including tension…Air Solenoid DifferencesOverview of the three air solenoid models used on Thunder Laser machines, including part numbers,…How to adjust the tightness of the Y Axis beltCalifornia Air Tools 8010A Owner's ManualPlease see attachedCalibrating The Stock 2″ Head To The Autofocus For Nova SeriesChecking The Blade System Before Using The Z AxisHow to inspect, remove, and reinsert the blade system before using the Z axis, as blades can become dislodged…Using Laser 2 Output To Test For Possible Laser 1 Output AnomalyStep-by-step procedure for using the Channel 2 output in place of the Channel 1 output on your Thunder Laser…NOVA series How To replace the 24VDC Controls Power SupplyStep-by-step guide to replacing the Meanwell LRS-75-24 24V controls power supply on NOVA series laser…Thunder Laser Nova Series: Mirror Retaining Ring RemovalHow to loosen and tighten a stubborn mirror retaining ring on a Nova Series laser using snap ring pliers and…How to replace the Long X Axis beltThunder Laser Nova Series: Replacing The Head Receiver AssemblyAlso see: How to Align your Thunder Laser Nova Series machine - Quick Start Alignment Guide Red Dot Pointer…NOVA series How To replace the 36VDC Driver Power SupplyStep-by-step guide to replacing the 36V DC driver power supply on a Thunder Laser NOVA machine, including…How to Remove or Replace the Stack Light Status Red Green LampStep-by-step guide to replacing the stack light on a Nova series laser machine, including wiring, removal,…How to replace the Y Axis beltMitigating Excessive Condensate in Pneumatic Air Assist SystemsLearn where air compressor condensate comes from, how it damages laser systems, and the separation and…Nova Series Bearing ReplacementHF-75S 3 Inch 27 CFM MIXED FLOW INLINE FANExample of Belt Wear on a Thunder Laser Nova Series MachineVisual guide to identifying worn belts on the Nova series laser, including odometer readings, comparison…Autofocus Sensor Array Accuracy TestW150 Inline Exhaust Fan SpecsThe Vtronic W150-01 inline axial blower fan is a 2 speed fan with the following specs (323 CFM high speed and…Air Pump Models by Series for Thunder Gantry LasersPreface: The below tables show Air Pump models for the current series machines. Older machines may have…Troubleshooting why Air is not flowing on a Thunder Laser with Air AssistStep-by-step guide to diagnosing air assist flow problems on Thunder Laser machines by tracing the electrical…
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