Hello all! I'm still pretty new to all of this. I have a Shark II with a 2 watt laser attachment. My question is, can I laser cut objects with the size laser attachment that I have? Is it powerful enough to laser cut through a 1/4" piece of material? I appreciate any suggestions!
Bruce
Laser cutting
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Re: Laser cutting
I don't have a laser, but the size of your laser is for engraving only. I can't cut 1/4" of anything. From what I understand, you would need at least a 40 watt or even 60 watt laser to actually cut anything that thick.
I have thought about getting one for my CNC, but I know I will need something more substantial to cut.
I have thought about getting one for my CNC, but I know I will need something more substantial to cut.
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Re: Laser cutting
Simple answer: Nope.
Occasionally I cut .030 veneer and that takes about 5 passes at a snails pace.
Occasionally I cut .030 veneer and that takes about 5 passes at a snails pace.
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Re: Laser cutting
About the minimum you could cut it with is 25 watts , it would require a couple passes and you would end up with chared edges..
I have two lasers, a 25 and a 150. I usually cut 1/4 inch wood using 75 watts.
I have two lasers, a 25 and a 150. I usually cut 1/4 inch wood using 75 watts.
Re: Laser cutting
Thanks!Steve Misher wrote: ↑Thu Apr 16, 2020 11:21 pmI don't have a laser, but the size of your laser is for engraving only. I can't cut 1/4" of anything. From what I understand, you would need at least a 40 watt or even 60 watt laser to actually cut anything that thick.
I have thought about getting one for my CNC, but I know I will need something more substantial to cut.
Re: Laser cutting
Thanks to everyone for your answers!