Support: availability of material (guides, videos) and support channels (email, website, facebook) Price: average price of the middle-segment model (5.5w optical power) 40×40 machine. Laser: availability of more laser options and models. Tech: how much the brand invests in technological innovations. Robust: quality of the materials used and the technical choices to make the machine robust. Here is a quick evaluation of some brand (all very valid) according to some parameters.Įasy: how simple it is to assemble and use. This recommendation applies more or less to all manufacturers. The laser modules generally supplied with laser engraver are heavily pumped to obtain the highest powers, for this reason I strongly advise against letting them work for long periods at maximum power, otherwise they burn quickly. It is also possible to cut plywood up to 4/5mm thick, but if cutting is your main job better orient yourself on more powerful CO2 machines ( read more). With a 20W (5.5 optical power) laser diode you will have the possibility to easily engrave on plastic, wood, leather, cardboard and to cut paper, cardboard, leather. They are easier to use, do not require special calibrations, can be easily assembled in a few minutes and can be purchased with a very limited budget (150€ – 300€). What laser engraver I should buy? Can you reccomand one?įor those who want to start in the world of laser engraving I recommend a laser diode engraver. Looking for a discount code? LASER DIODE ENGRAVING We not sell Laser engraver, but we can suggest some solutions for all budgets. LaserGRBL is a free open-source software not related with any brand.

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