Looking to add a laser to your shop? In this video, we break down the major categories as well as my top picks.
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LASERS MENTIONED (affiliate)
Diode Lasers
Aufero Laser 2 – https://geni.us/auferolaser2?track=yt-gvOL0MKGr84
Aufero Laser 1 – https://geni.us/orturaufero?track=yt-gvOL0MKGr84
Sculpfun S9 – https://geni.us/sculpfun_s9?track=yt-gvOL0MKGr84
Atomstack x20 Pro – https://geni.us/atomstackx20?track=yt-gvOL0MKGr84
xTool D1 – https://geni.us/xtool_d1?track=yt-gvOL0MKGr84
xTool D1 Pro – https://geni.us/xtool_d1_pro?track=yt-gvOL0MKGr84
Budget CO2 Lasers
OM Tech 40W – https://geni.us/kYTy?track=yt-gvOL0MKGr84
OM Tech 60W – https://geni.us/pNBZ?track=yt-gvOL0MKGr84
Monport Laser – https://geni.us/monport
Desktop CO2 Lasers
Gweike Cloud – https://geni.us/gweikecloud?track=yt-gvOL0MKGr84
Glowforge – https://geni.us/pzgIi?track=yt-gvOL0MKGr84
Full Spectrum Muse 3D – https://geni.us/kqv4U?track=yt-gvOL0MKGr84
Makeblock Laserbox – https://geni.us/nglIv?track=yt-gvOL0MKGr84
Flux Beamo – https://geni.us/mwYRM?track=yt-gvOL0MKGr84
High-End CO2 Lasers
Aeon Mira 5 – https://geni.us/uYgTU?track=yt-gvOL0MKGr84
Thunder – https://geni.us/8GLek?track=yt-gvOL0MKGr84
Pro CO2 Lasers
Epilog Zing 16 – https://geni.us/EELe?track=yt-gvOL0MKGr84
Trotec Speedy – https://geni.us/YP8IhAM?track=yt-gvOL0MKGr84
Universal Laser Ultra X6000 – https://geni.us/ANXWI?track=yt-gvOL0MKGr84
20W Fiber Laser – https://geni.us/XAaO?track=yt-d8NuMq7nH7s
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Have you any review of the AP Laser. They are expensive compared to the machines you have had on your video. Low range starting at about $11 to 13K. What I like about them, is they are not a box in laser, so you can work on project such as gravestones or other big items.
Can you die cut, engrave and score on a paper with a laser machine? I am new to this and need something for making different packaging boxes, envelopes, greeting cards and so on but after some time on YouTube now I want to buy a laser machine.
Can you do a review on two tree TS2 laser engraver
Awesome tips and information man! Thank you so much!
Have you looked at any RF metal tube lasers?
Which would engrave golf clubs the best, but still have capability to do plastic?
And again, claiming this is a complete guide and still not a single word about how long these last! Not a single feature is worth a damn if the life of the actual laser only lasts a month and dies!
Where does boss laser, epilog and trotec fit in?
You should cover laser heads that can be attached to existing cnc routers, like opt laser head.
I'm looking to get a diode laser to cut acrylic between 2mm to 3mm. Any suggestions?
The sculpfuns9 is the best performing machine I can afford! It's been almost a year since I bought it, and I love it! Thank you!!
That was a very informative video. Thanks for that, because I have been wondering whether I should get one Sculpfun S9.
Engraving DPI is hugely important. While I know 1200 DPI on a diode or fiber is doable, they are mainly marking machines (not cutting). When I compared machines, I asked specifically about DPI … they all report higher numbers than to be expected AND/or skipped around an answer … their website numbers cannot be trusted. The newer gen. machines have better motors than the 4+ yr old designs and can consistently do +800dpi, like the 2 co2 machines you mentioned. There are more economy options that can perform, and there are more DIY coolers that aren't messy nor expensive. I have a BOSS 70W and can cut/engrave basically anything I desire. but it's older and doesn't have the newer motors (so the effective DPI is about 1/2 of the newer machines with the smallest focal lens), but it can be upgraded. If it's a hobby, speed isn't as important … precision is. i would never spend less than $3k on any laser, period. People ask when i give them stuff i make: " You did what?" i say:"yes, I'm a Jedi, I cut stuff with light". Diodes imo don't count. I've used over 36 types of materials .. and my co2 hasn't failed me yet.
Hope to see a comparison video of EM-Smart laser and X-tool 😀
Great Video! Kind of off topic question, but who does your editing? It is awesome!!!
I want to buy a laser cutter. I want to be able to cut acrylic atleats through a 5mm. I do not have much space. Which would you suggest? I do not have apple I am a android girl.