Laser Cut Wooden Box

An assembly wooden box made with laser cutter, featuring finger joint design.

Laser Cutting Beginner-Friendly Completed: December 1, 2024
Laser Cut Wooden Box - 1
Laser Cut Wooden Box - 2

Project Overview

An assembly wooden box created using a laser cutter, featuring a finger joint structure that can be assembled without glue.

Build Process

1. Design Creation

  • Design box dimensions in Fusion 360
  • Calculate finger joint specifications
  • Export as SVG file

2. Laser Cutting

  • Material: 3mm MDF board
  • Settings: Speed 10mm/s, Power 70%
  • Cut each part carefully

3. Assembly

  • Remove parts and lightly sand
  • Assemble while checking joint fit
  • Apply wood glue if needed for extra strength

What I Learned

  • Basic laser cutter operation
  • Finger joint design principles
  • Material selection and properties
  • Importance of parameter adjustment

Variations

Based on this design, you can create:

  • Resize for pencil cases or tool boxes
  • Add a lid for storage boxes
  • Use acrylic for display cases

Time Required

  • Design: 2 hours
  • Cutting: 30 minutes
  • Assembly: 30 minutes
  • Total: Approximately 3 hours