Laser Cut Wooden Box
An assembly wooden box made with laser cutter, featuring finger joint design.
Laser Cutting Beginner-Friendly Completed: December 1, 2024


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
