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38 articlesThunder Laser Scanning Offset AdjustmentHow to enter scanning offsets in LightBurn for Thunder Laser machines, plus how to find your offsets if you…Thunder Bolt Camera Information, Calibration and SetupSetup guide for the Thunder Bolt lid camera, covering model specs, USB connection, Lightburn preset import,…Thunder Laser Bolt and Bolt Plus Unified User's ManualUser's manual for the Thunder Laser Bolt and Bolt Plus; note the manual is Windows and RDworks centric — see…Thunder Bolt Series Getting StartedBolt Series Getting Started Introduction: So you just bought a new Thunder Laser? This guide will help get…Thunder Bolt Ramp Test and Setting Autofocus Height for Best Engraving ResultsStep-by-step guide to performing a ramp test on the Thunder Bolt laser to determine and set the correct…How to Clean your Bolt Lens, Mirrors and other OpticsLearn how to clean and replace the lens, mirrors, and other optics in your Thunder Laser Bolt, with product…Thunder Bolt ExhaustDetails and specifications for the HF-100PE 4" exhaust fan used on the Thunder Laser Bolt, including…How to Check and Adjust the X and Y Axis Endstops on a Thunder Laser Bolt Series MachineStep-by-step guide for checking endstop function, adjusting, and replacing X and Y axis endstop switches on…How to use the Alignment (Pulse) Screen on the Thunder Laser BoltLearn how to access and use the Alignment (Pulse) Screen on the Thunder Laser Bolt, including pulse power,…Bolt Series Honeycomb bed size vs the working space of the laser visualizationPreface: This article covers the honeycomb bed size vs the working space of the laser. The working space is…ODIN 32 55w Coherent Material LibrariesThis article and library are PRELIMINARY and still under development. *This information is provided “AS IS”…Thunder Laser Bolt Series Included Parts in tool pouchPreface: Here is more information on what is included in the tool pouch of your Thunder Laser Bolt Laser…Thunder Bolt RF Tube Manual for SPT ZAMIA 30W N30 series laser tubesPlease see the attachedBolt and Odin: Lens Selection and ComparisonCovers the four lens options (1.5″, 2.0″, 2.5″, 4.0″) for the Odin and Bolt series, comparing engraving…How to use the Thunder Laser Bolt Manual Jog screen for Nudge, Move To and the High/Low speed ModesLearn how to use the Manual Jog screen on the Thunder Laser Bolt to Nudge, Move To absolute positions, and…Bolt Machine Hardware Identification Pictures and ImagesThis is a collection of Bolt Machine Pictures to show where items are located and what they are commonly…How to make a cable and test Pulse an RF Laser Tube for ODIN and BOLTStep-by-step guide to building a test pulse cable for RF laser tubes in Odin and Bolt lasers, including…Thunder Odin vs Bolt Laser Head Differences for Lens Swaps and InterchangeabilityCovers the physical differences between the Odin and Bolt laser heads, including Y-axis depth, lens opening…Thunder Bolt Pro 22 and Pro 32 Series Unified ManualThunder Bolt Tl Timer V9.0 Wiring Diagram Aug 2023 aka Schematics See attachedThunder Laser Bolt and Odin Lens Kit assembly GuidePreface: This article covers how each of the 4 lens kits should be assembled so that they fit in the laser…Thunder Laser Bolt Series Critical Spare Part RecommendationsRecommended critical spare parts for the Thunder Laser Bolt series, including optics, electrical components,…Thunder Laser Bolt and Odin Flare up, Fire and Flames while cutting and EngravingCovers the most likely causes of flare ups, fires, and flames on the Thunder Laser Bolt or Odin, including a…Getting Bolt Pro 32 Through A Standard 30" DoorPreface: This article covers how to get a Bolt Pro 32 through a standard doorway.Extend Space Required based on Engraving Layer Speed for stock Bolt Series MachinesReference charts showing the estimated extend space needed on both sides of engraved artwork based on…Bolt Pro 32 and Odin 32 55w Coherent Tube Spec Sheet - Diamond C-55Spec sheet for the Coherent Diamond C-55 (C55-A) CO2 laser tube used in the Bolt Pro 32 and Odin 32 55W…Thunder Bolt Tl Timer V9.3 Wiring Diagram September 2023 aka SchematicsSee AttachedThunder Bolt Tl Timer V9.4 Wiring Diagram September 2023 aka SchematicsSee attachedThunder Bolt Tl Timer V9.2 Wiring Diagram September 2023 aka SchematicsSee AttachedThunder Bolt Plus and Pro Tl Timer V9.4 Wiring Diagram December 2023 aka SchematicsPreface: These are drawings for the Bolt Plus and Pro (formerly known as Odin 2.0Bolt Series Laser Won't Turn On - No PowerPreface: This article covers some of the basics for when your Bolt Series Machine will not power on.…Thunder Bolt and Odin: How to use the Auto and Manual FocusBolt Plus and Bolt Pro 22 30w Coherent Tube Spec Sheet - Diamond C-30Preface: This article has a spec sheet from the OEM. Your tube should be marked as a C30 model. Specs…Thunder Laser Bolt V2, Bolt Plus 24, and Bolt Pro 36 Unified User's ManualDownload the unified user's manual for the Thunder Laser Bolt V2, Bolt Plus 24, and Bolt Pro 36 diode laser…How to Fix Air Pressure Sensor Signal Interference (Garbled Touch Panel Pop-Ups)Reprogram the barometric pressure sensor's DET detection delay to 100 ms to stop signal interference causing…Thunder Bolt 2.0 Plus 24 and Pro 36 TL Timer V9.6 Wiring Diagram / Schematics (September 2026)Wiring diagrams and schematics for the Thunder Bolt 2.0, Bolt Plus 24, and Bolt Pro 36 with TL Timer V9.6.Bolt Series PWM Error Message on Startup - Bypass MethodA Bolt firmware glitch triggers a PWM pop-up alarm on startup; follow these steps to bypass it each time you…Getting a Bolt Pro Series machine Through a Standard 30" DoorwayPlease see the following video for instructions on how to get your Bolt Pro through a standard doorway:
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