When working with laser cutters at home they mainly fall into two categories: Diode lasers and CO2 lasers. CO2 lasers like the xTool P2 are often more powerful and cut and etch more materials while ...

Hobbyist-grade laser cutters can be a little restrictive as to the types and thicknesses of materials that they can cut. We’re usually talking about CO 2 and diode-based machines here, and if you want ...

Overview of common laser types and their applications: Diode lasers are entry-level; CO2 lasers excel at cutting and engraving wood and acrylic; Fiber lasers are well-suited for metal marking; UV ...

Hamamatsu Photonics has achieved what it calls “world-class” quasi-continuous wave output of 2.0 kW from a 1 cm-wide laser diode (LD) bar at room temperature. Quasi-continuous wave (QCW) is a mode of ...

REVIEW – While 3D printers have gotten more popular as prices have come down and the technology has advanced I haven’t seen quite the same rise in the popularity of laser engravers. As more affordable ...

REVIEW – EM-Smart has recently announced their newest laser engraver, the EM-Smart Dual Desktop Laser Engraver. I’m always interested in reviewing lasers, but much more than that, I’m always ...

Honest Lasers announces the global launch of the Honest Pro. The new clinical-grade diode laser system is manufactured in Switzerland with European components and combines three wavelengths within one ...

Bambu Lab today announced the launch of the R1, a 55W CO2 laser cutter and engraver designed for the kind of work that used to require a dedicated workshop: cutting and engraving wood, clear acrylic ...

With up to $3,500 in Savings, fall promotion runs through Sept. 30, 2026, giving makers and small businesses a window to match equipment to ...