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Laser cutters for potential purchase

Objective: Identify 3 laser cutters (economy, mid-range, high-end) for potential purchase.

Economy

General Specifications

  • Engraving Area: 28“ x 20”(700 x 500 mm) - Maximum Material Thickness: 5 mm - Laser Wattage: CO2: 60, watts
  • Laser Source: Digitally controlled, air-cooled CO2 laser tubes are fully modular, permanently aligned and field replaceable. - Speed and Power Control: Vector color mapping links speed, power and focus to any RGB color.
  • Air Assist: Attach an air compressor to our included Air Assist to remove excess heat and combustible gases from the cutting surface by directing a constant stream of compressed air across the cutting surface.
  • Shenzhouyi Software: The Shenzhouyi software controls your K40-0350 Laser's settings from a wide range of software packages - from design programs to spreadsheet applications to CAD drawing packages. Electrical Requirements: Auto-switching power supply accommodates 110 volts, 60 Hz, AC.
  • Red Dot Pointer: Since the laser beam is invisible, a Red Dot Pointer on the Fusion Laser allows you to have a visual reference for locating where the laser will fire. X-Axis Bearings: Ground and polished stainless steel long-lasting bearing system.
Pros
  • Price is about $2,500 USD, which includes shipping.
  • Would arrive within a week.
Cons
  • The maximum material thickness is 5mm.
  • The air compressor is a separate purchase.
  • Appears to come from a company that recreates off brand hardware. The quality is questionable.

Mid-Range

General Specifications

Pros
Cons

High-End

General Specifications

Pros
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laser_cutters_for_potential_purchase.1454300376.txt.gz · Last modified: 2016/01/31 20:19 by rebeccaseddon