Published On Nov 7, 2022
A step-by-step guide for making an air assist for your laser engraver/cutter using a regular air compressor. I made this air assist for my Xtool D1 Pro Laser Engraver. The total cost of this project is around $45 (excluding the air compressor).
Parts you need: (Affiliate Links)
Teflon Tape:
https://www.amazon.com/Inches-Plumber...
6mm OD Pneumatic Tubing - Length as required: https://www.amazon.com/Tailonz-Pneuma...
6mm Tube Push-to-connect with ¼” NPT male: https://www.amazon.com/TAILONZ-PNEUMA...
Air Pressure Regulator:
https://www.amazon.com/Tailonz-Pneuma...
Ball valve ¼” male to female: https://www.amazon.com/Beduan-Chrome-...
Pneumatic Quick Connector Plug Male to Male ¼” NPT: https://www.amazon.com/Luckyweld-Fitt...
Pneumatic Quick Connector Plug Female: https://www.amazon.com/Industrial-Cou...