Using G-code on makeblock laserbox pro

#1

Hi everyone,

I’m trying to use G-code to directly upload cutting instructions to my Makeblock Laserbox Pro.

I don’t have extensive prior experience, but I’ve managed to successfully send basic G-code commands (…using ChatGPT-generated G-code) and get the laser cutter to move and “cut” a rectangle shape.

However, I’ve encountered a significant issue: after finishing the rectangle, the laser stays on. This prevents me from safely sending another file for cutting, and it obviously poses a safety hazard.

Currently, I’m using xTool Creative Space, as I understood it’s the only compatible software for the Makeblock Laserbox Pro. I’m wondering if there might be alternative software options, like Lightburn, that could also work.

I assume there must be a specific command or setting to turn off the laser at the end of the operation, as manually shutting down after each job isn’t practical or safe.

Does anyone here have experience using G-code directly with the Laserbox Pro, or know of alternative compatible software that can offer better control?

Any help or pointers would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks in advance

#2

@Makeblock_Question
I do not have experience using a Gcode directly with Laserbox. Is there a reason you need to modify the Gcode directly?
I would recommend trying Lightburn or similar software to generate Gcode files for the Laserbox.

#3

Hey,
In general I’m trying to conduct an unusual experiment, and i want to sort of automate the process of using the laser and a certain location, getting a new location and using it there etc, untill a certain condition has been met.
From what i’ve tried it seems like doing it is quite hard, and there still needs to be a ‘middle-man’ to handle the process of using the new XY location and sending the commands