I want a Laser Cutter!

Things to buy

• [x] Certified CO2 Laser Safety Glasses. I've just ordered this one.
• [x] 5 Gallon plastic bucket with lid for the water to cool the laser
• [x] 10 Liters (2.7 Gallons) Distilled Water.
• [x] 15mL (one tablespoon) bleach per 10L water to prevent algae.
• [ ] Smoke Assist: small fan to blow smoke away from lens and mirrors
• [x] Air Assist: Air pump with tube and mount to keep cut area clean of smoke and debris. I'm currently using this Harbor Freight Airbrush Compressor.
• [x] Optional: Buy better exhaust fan, duct tape to seal, duct adapter.  I'm currently using this inline duct fan in addition to the built-in exhaust fan

• [x] Optional: Aluminum duct to replace the included flimsy plastic duct.
• [x] Optional: Dedicated fire extinguisher by the laser cutter
• [ ] Build an Adjustable Bed, or use Window Screen Kit (too flimsy?)

Things to 3D print

• [x] Air Assist Nozzle by 2RobotGuy, another Air Assist
• [ ] Cable Chain by DAcreates. I end up using the coiled cable that comes with the airbrush pump instead.
• [ ] 3D print: Smoke and Air Assist mount(s), Chain for air assist tube

Other

• Learn a vector drawing program such as InkScape, this is what we will use to create or adjust what we would engrave or cut on the laser cutter.
• Hangout with other laser fans online: facebook, reddit

After about a week of  learning from Chinese K40 Laser Group, YouTube, and talking to friends with lasers, I could not stand it anymore and bought a K40 from ebay..

Looking back at sold history on the listings, I saw prices as low as $340, but the going rate at this time appears to be $385.  I found a listing for $375 and clicked make an offer and offered $350.  He counter offer $370, which I took because I really want one.

I specifically ordered one from USA. They say it should be delivered in a week!

I can't wait!

UPDATE 1

Shipping label created same night I ordered. Two days later it is in transit!

UPDATE 2

OMG It's going to be here today!

UPDATE 3

It's HERE!

I wonder how much it cost them to send something this big and heavy via UPS.

Well padded, and double-boxed. Nice...

It's beautiful...