Monthly Archives: March 2011

FREE 2D CAD Software!!

Posted on March 20, 2011 by admin

Dassault Systems makers of SolidWORKS have just released a new FREE 2D CAD package called DraftSight. The software is able to save and edit both DWG and DXF files. This software is a great DXF creator and editor and is … Continue reading →

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How to Glue Acrylic / Perspex

Posted on March 10, 2011 by admin

Here at Origin Laser our customers often ask us how to glue Acrylic / Perspex together, so we found a video by the experts Tap Plastics to explain. This process is often called solvent welding because there is no actual … Continue reading →

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Laser Cutting Acrylic / Perspex

Posted on March 10, 2011 by admin

One of the most popular uses of laser cutting and engraving machines is Acrylic / Perspex cutting. Perspex™ is a brand name of acrylic which was first used in 1934 for the Spitfire (fighter plane) canopies and has been a … Continue reading →

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