Laser 101: Introduction to Laser Cutting (Rabbit Laser Clearance)

06/21/2025 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM ET

Category

Skills & Safety Workshop

Admission

  • $90.00

Location

Protohaven
214 N Trenton Ave.
Pittsburgh, PA 15221

Description

Discover the art of precision cutting in our beginner-friendly class, perfect for those new to Rabbit lasers and Lightburn software. This hands-on session will guide you through the essentials of laser operation, focusing on cutting different types of material, “scan angle” settings, and understanding kerf. By the end of the class, you'll have crafted your own personalized coaster, bookmark, plant marker, or holiday ornament, and earned your Large Format Laser clearance. No prior experience is required—just your enthusiasm to learn and create!

What you Will Create

A 5in wooden coaster or 6in acrylic or wooden bookmark/plant marker stake or 3in wooden or acrylic holiday ornament

What to Bring/Wear

nothing

Age Requirement

Open to ages 16+. Class participants that are 12-17 years old must have a parent present at Protohaven for the duration of the class. 

All members, visitors, and class participants are expected to abide by Protohaven rules and guidelines outlined in the Member Guide.

  • Single-session class or workshop
    • If canceled 72 hours or more before the scheduled date, the participant will have the option to receive a refund, or have their registration moved to another class or workshop.
    • If canceled within 72 hours of the scheduled date, no refund will be provided, but the participant may choose to have their registration moved to another class or workshop or to receive a credit on their account.
  • Multi-session class or workshop
    • If canceled 1 week (7 days) prior to the start date, the participant will have the option to receive a refund or account credit minus a $35 cancellation fee, or to have their registration moved to another multi-session class or workshop, if available.
    • If canceled less than 1 week (7 days) prior to the start date, no refund will be provided, but the participant will receive a credit on their account, minus a $75 cancellation fee.  

If a participant is a no-show, no refunds, credits, or transfers (rescheduling) will be given. Please be aware that there are no exceptions to these cancellation policies. Classes may be cancelled due to low enrollment.