Paper, wood, leather and acrylics can all be cut with a laser using a highly focused, coherent beam of light as the cutting medium. It is a subtractive method that uses melting and vaporization to remove material while cutting. Cutting brittle and delicate materials is possible since the technique does not cause strain on the materials.
Laser cutters are powerful tools that offer precision and versatility across various materials, from wood to metal. However, their use comes with certain risks if proper safety precautions aren’t followed. Understanding and adhering to safety guidelines is essential to prevent accidents, protect yourself from harmful laser radiation, and avoid potential fire hazards. Safety precautions when … Read more
Laser cutting/engraving is an effective way of making precise and accurate edges on your wood, plastic, or other projects. However, laser cutter burn marks have been a common challenge to most people to the extent of losing hope, which should not be the case. But the biggest barrier is how to do it perfectly without … Read more
Laser cutters are powerful tools used in various industries for cutting, engraving, and marking different materials with precision. However, one common concern when working with laser cutters is whether they emit harmful radiation. Understanding the types of radiation involved, their potential risks, and how to protect yourself is crucial for ensuring safe operation. Do laser … Read more
Are you looking for a good laser cutting material? MDF (medium-density fiberboard) might be a good candidate. It cuts nice and smoothly, and it is a type of wood (wood is an excellent material). But is it safe to use? I investigated this question, and here is what I found. Is it safe to laser … Read more
There are many things you can do with lasers, from creating simple shapes to engraving graphics or creating 3D shapes and models, the possibilities are endless. However, there are some items you will require. Aside from the obvious (laser cutter and materials), one more thing you need is a laser cutting file. The file is … Read more
Plastic is a versatile material, which gives it a wide range of applications, so what plastics are safe to laser cut? One of these applications is laser cutting. With a laser cutting machine, you can cut or engrave nearly any plastic. But not every plastic should be cut with a laser machine because it is … Read more
You may be asking why is my laser leaving lines? Laser engraving is a popular method for adding designs to various materials. You can create beautiful, intricate designs with laser engraving. However, problems may occur, like leaving lines, and you wonder why this happens. This could be caused by the laser beam moving back and … Read more
When you want to make intricate designs on wood, nothing does it better than a laser cutter. From every-day items like coasters and clocks to art pieces and decor items, cutting wood with a laser cutter will result in jaw-dropping designs. But there’s a caveat – a laser engraver is limited to the depth it … Read more
Laser cutters are invaluable tools for cutting through materials like wood, acrylic, and paper. If you’re like me, you’ve probably wondered why is my laser cutter not cutting even though the power is turned up all the way. So, what can be the problem? This can be due to several factors, such as an aging … Read more
If you’re running a CO2 laser system, such as a laser engraver or laser cutter, you know you will eventually have to replace the laser tube. How frequently that happens depends on the type of laser and how it is used. Generally, most Glass CO2 laser tubes manufactured in China last anywhere from 1000-10000 hours … Read more