Outline
In this post, we help you create the Vinyl Beats: Time to Rock Around the Clock Laser Cutting Piece.
Make a stunning wall clock that celebrates the timeless connection between music and time. This unique design features silhouettes of musicians in action, captured around the edges of the record, making it a perfect gift for music lovers and vintage enthusiasts alike. The project is easy to assemble, with downloadable design files and clear instructions. Whether for yourself or as a thoughtful gift, this clock will hit the right note.
- The Vinyl Beats: Time to Rock Around the Clock laser cutting Piece is a wall clock.
- An excellent gift option for all ages.
- The construction uses acrylic .
- It is an an intermediate Piece, and I estimate this project can be completed in 2 hours.
However, the time required to complete this will depend on the laser cutter used, the final dimensions of the design, and your familiarity with laser cutting. If you feel the estimated timing should be adjusted, don’t hesitate to let me know via a comment below.
The free design can be downloaded here. (please notify me if the link is down)
Assembly guide
Step 1. Get your materials ready Acrylic: Choose the acrylic colours and apply a protective film if necessary. (I decided to use MDF with spray paint as the background to save money.) - Clock mechanism: Purchase the appropriate clock mechanism and hand colour. Ensure your clock mechanism has a sufficiently long shaft to allow the shaft to pass through the materials. Record label: You can use the record label in the design file or source your own. Step 2. Prepare design files for cutting - obtain the design file through the source link supplied on the project page. - Unzip the file to access the SVG. - Load the SVG into your laser cutting software. - Record label: Resize the record label to suit the clock and print it on a colour printer. Step 3. Configure cutting parameters - Adjust the design size to fit your chosen material dimensions. - Ensure the middle hole is sufficiently large to fit the clock mechanism. - If you don't want the record groves, remove them from the design. - Set the appropriate laser parameters: - Cut: Specify power and speed for clean cuts. - Score: Specify power and speed to ensure the record groves are visible. - Check your laser cutter’s documentation for material-specific parameters. Step 4. Proceed with laser cutting - Position your material securely on the laser bed. - Run the cutting and scoring process. Step 5. Finish materials after cutting - For Acrylic: Remove any protective film from the materials after cutting. Step 6. Join the layers together - Align the layers carefully to ensure proper alignment of the design. - Place the record label on the clock. - Use appropriate adhesives: - Use clamps to secure the layers while the adhesive dries. - Attach the clock mechanism and hands. Step 7. Prepare the completed design to hang - Attach a hook to the wall and hang the clock. You’ve now completed Vinyl Beats: Time to Rock Around the Clock! Take a moment to admire the craftsmanship and enjoy the finished result.
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The completed Vinyl Beats: Time to Rock Around the Clock
