[hackerspaces] FAMiLab is trying(begging) for a Laser Cutter :)

[Chris Weiss]

sorry to semi-hijack this thread, but would this laser be suitable for
engraving or etching "soft" steel?  by soft I mean not stainless or
tool steel or heat treated.

On Fri, Sep 10, 2010 at 5:04 AM, Nate Bezanson <myself at telcodata.us> wrote:
> Woooo! I recognize a few names on the list of backers. :) This sets a
> great precedent.
>
> Established spaces will have many more opportunities to help newish ones.
> Announcing a project on this list is a great way to get attention, but in
> this case I spotted it before the announcement. I had just received the
> weekly Kickstarter newsletter (I never unsubscribed their spam, cuz
> sometimes it's worthy), and while none of those projects caught my eye, I
> got the urge to search for "hackerspace" on the site.
>
> When I saw FAMilab's project, I instantly knew it was something i3Detroit
> should support, so I made the post on our blog a few minutes later. Didn't
> actually check, and haven't heard, from other members whether they
> approved of the use, but oh well! :D Enough members backed the project
> that I assume it was a good fit.
>
> i3Detroit may be trying for a laser of our own in the next few weeks here.
> Not that that's a hint or anything. ;)
>
> -Nate-
>
>> Looks like the kickstarter has passed the goal - congrats FAMiLab!
>>
>> -Leigh
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