Scanning Offset Value Generation Procedure

Scanning Offset Value Generation Procedure

Be sure to turn scanning offset OFF in LightBurn prior to running this test.


here is the official documentation on this: https://lightburnsoftware.github.io/NewDocs/ScanningOffsetAdjustment.html


Here is more about the attached file:



You will need a way to measure these line offsets such as a caliper, magnifying glass, calibrated  USB microscope, etc... 

Here is the completed test:



Here is how to input these values into LightBurn: Thunder Laser Scanning Offset Adjustment


Here is a video from Chris L. He is a Thunder partner and runs House of Lasers:




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