General
Stock Nova Series Air Assist Pump
This stock air pump outputs about 5psi at 4.23 cfm. The cali air 8010 can output 90psi at 2.2cfm, for reference The manual is attached below
How to choose the right nozzle
Overview For the nova series laser head nozzle options, we currently offer two different sizes. They are both suitable for 4″ or 2″ laser heads. Video Tutorial This time we use a 2-inch laser head to demonstrate their application scenarios. First we ...
How To Adjust The Dual Stage Air Assist
Preface: This article covers how to adjust your Dual Air Assist on your Nova and Odin series Thunder Lasers Quickstart Video: Complete Guide: Thunder's dual stage air assist does not come preset from the factory. High may be set low and low may be ...
Removing the Honeycomb Bed
The honeycomb bed can be easily removed for access to the blade system and for preventative maintenance. It's a good idea to familiarize yourself with the bed systems and inspect them prior to first use to ensure that these components are properly ...
Preventative Maintenance Checklist - PM Checklist
Preface: Proper care and routine maintenance of the machine will ensure optimal performance over a long service life. As you operate the machine, you need to build in time to your schedule for maintenance tasks. Also how you have the machine ...
Inspecting and Cleaning Nova Series Optics
Preface: This article covers how to clean your optics on your Thunder Nova Series Laser Lenses Explained Quick Start Video: (Video Credit: Robert Kofoed of Computer Creationz) Complete Guide: Before you Begin: Cleaning your optics can help keep your ...
Updating The Firmware - DO NOT DO THIS UNLESS INSTRUCTED
DO NOT DO THIS on a Thunder Laser USA Machine UNLESS INSTRUCTED to do so by Thunder Laser USA support. If you suspect a controller error or issue, try this first: Resetting The DSP To Default Parameters, then contact support@thunderlaserusa.com. ...
Ruida DSP LED Status Indicators
The status LED legend is screen printed onto the case.
X and Y Sensor Flag Deformation Can Cause Erratic Motion Control & Crashes
here is how to test: X and Y Endstop Tests Reasons: 1. The machine fails to reset successfully after you turn on he machine(press "ESC" button during the reset process), the coordinate of X/Y will be mess. Solution: Please make sure the machine can ...
Nova Series Auto Focus 101
Also be sure to see our head overview article: Nova Series Overview - Heads, Optics, Focus
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 ...
Manually Focusing When Using The Pass-through
Banding and Plasma Arc Issues and Striking Voltage
UPDATE: According to SPT, the fanning of the arc is not necessarily going to effect the output. This is how the banding presented itself This is from a Thunder Laser USA Nova 51-100 outfitted with an SPT C100 tube matched with a Zye MYJG100 LPSU ...
Preventing & Recovering From A Head Crash
Why would my head crash? Well, there are many possible scenarios. We will go through a few here: Design and/or Operational Errors If certain conditions are met in the settings, design and workflow of the project the z axis could react unexpectedly. ...
Nova Series X and Y Endstop Tests, Adjustment and Replacement
Preface: The information below will cover testing the X and Y endstops to troubleshoot X or Y axis motion issues on your Thunder Laser Nova Series machine. This article includes where to source replacement endstops and additional resources are linked ...
Nova Series Overview - Heads, Optics, Focus
This is an overview on the Thunder Laser USA Nova series head, optics, focus, etc... And be sure to have a look at how to use the Auto-Focus: Nova Series Auto Focus 101
Nova Series Screws Securing Some Doors
This info, and more, is detailed in the Nova Series User's Manual. The information below are except from the full documentation. 10. Front up door Open this door to use pass-through door. This door is locked by using inside screws and outside locks. ...
Important Unboxing Considerations (Nova 63 only)
Nova 63 Offloading/Uncrating Important Notices & Best Practices v1.0a Unboxing The size of the Nova 63 dictates that the peripherals and accessories be packed beneath the machine. Case Study 1 This is feedback from a new Thunder 63 user who ...
Dust Cover For 100w & 130w SPT Tubes
Nova series machines, with 100 watt and 130 watt SPT tubes only, may or may not come with a dust prevention sleeve (dust cover) that slides into the output coupler of the tube. This help prevent the collection of dust on the output lens of the tube. ...
Moving A Thunder Nova 35-100 Into A Basement
How to setup your Nova laser cutter 2020 Video
Preventing Adjustable Foot Damage on Nova Series Machines
The freestanding Nova Series machines (Nova 35, 51, and 63) all have 4 heavy duty casters for easy rolling, as well a 4 adjustable feet used secure and level the unit in place. These feet can become damaged during the unboxing and setup procedure if ...
Nova 24 Stand Options
Preface: This article covers some of the custom stands people have created for their Nova 24. Most people have chosen to use what they have on hand or fabricate their own stand. Here is more on these builds. Robert K Stand: Jay's stand: Constructed ...
Nova 24 Reviews, Overviews, Unboxings, and Info
Robert Kofoed made a 2 part review of his thunder laser: Mark Lazarz has a blog post on his Nova 24 (Click the image to open the blog in a new tab): JER Custom Designs Inc. published this Nova 24 overview:
Unboxing of Thunder Nova
Getting Nova Series Machines Through A Standard 30" Doorway
User Created Video: Thunder Video: The Users Guide section will walk you through 6 steps for learning how to disassemble your Nova Note: There’s glass laser tube inside the laser machine, be careful and do not collide with anything when moving. ...
How To Unpack The Nova Crate
IMPORTANT PLEASE OBSERVE THESE PRECAUTIONS: Preventing Adjustable Foot Damage on Nova Series Machines Checking The Blade System Before Using The Z Axis
Mini 60 Conversion To A Dual Air Assist Variant
This documents the evolution of introducing external air to a Mini 60 in conjunction with the stock air system to provide a variation of the dual-air assist. This is a work in progress by the Thunder Laser USA Support & Innovation team. Introduction ...
July 1, 2020 Nova Series Changes
As of 2020 July 1st, there are four changes being implemented gradually: Video Overview Z Axis Controls The Z axis up/down buttons on panels have been applied since Container#20. Chiller Main Power Some machines now are with chiller connected to ...
Exhaust System Changes Q3 2021
All Thunder Laser USA machines now ship with quiet inline axial inline fans and nova 51 and 63 will have 8" diameter exhaust ports. Machines shipped on containers #103 to #111 will have a mixture of old and new fans. All machines on containers #112 ...
85 and 120 FOV LB Cam Lens Correction Values
THIS INSTRUCTION IS NOT NEEDED IF THE 4KW-120 and 4KW-85 PRESETS ARE IN LIGHTBURN. Exports Attached PLEASE WATCH THE VIDEO! You do not open the file once it's downloaded. IT DOES NOT ADD ANY PRESETS TO THE LIST IN LIGHTBURN. You Import it using ...
Corrective Action For Units Shipped With Incorrect Main Power Cord
DANGER: DO NOT CHANGE OUT THE OUTLET. The proper corrective action is to adapt the plug that came with your laser (the incorrect one) to fit your prescribed 110VAC 20A dedicated circuit for your laser, not the other way around. We have discovered ...
SAFETY INFO: C02 Laser Radiation, PPE, & Fire Suppression
Overview This document covers some basic safety information on the processes of laser engraving. DISCLAIMER: Laser Engravers emit deadly high voltage and laser radiation capable of causing instant blindness and tissue damage. Lasers are a fire ...