Materials
Name of the material used in your sliding lid
Plywood
Used to cut across the grain
Tenon saw
Colours used by the laser cutter to 'ENGRAVE' the timber
Black
Sanding
Used to hit nails below the surface of the timber
Nail punch
Name of the Glue used to join your box together
PVA Glue (Polyvinyl Acetate)
Used to remove waste from your joinery
Chisel
Colour used by the laser to CUT the timber
Red
Freehand sketching
Used to conceal gaps and nail holes
Wood Filler
Name of the timer used in the body of the box
Radiate Pine
Used to hold timber in place while cutting
Create a graphic for the laser cutter using this program
CANVA
Apply a smooth or shaped edge to timber using this process
Planing
Name of your project
Pencil box
Name of the oil used to finish the box.
Tung oil
Used to mark 90 degree lines across the timber
Try square
What does the laser light bounce off inside the machine?
Mirrors
Seal, protect and coat timber using this process
Oiling/Finishing
What energy source does the laser cutter use to engrave or cut timber?
Heat
Name of the type of nails used to join your box together
Brad nails
Used to scribe lines before cutting joinery
Marking gauge
Wiping off excess oil from a finish using 'elbow grease'
Buffing
Machine used for removing waste from end grain after cutting