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Choosing the right type of laser machine

PostPosted: Mon Jul 17, 2017 12:29 am
by ENGRMckenzie
How to determine the correct type of laser for the following materials:

wood
acrylic
glass
paper
textiles
plastics

What is the difference between a fiber laser and CO2 Laser?

Re: Choosing the right type of laser machine

PostPosted: Tue Jul 18, 2017 11:47 am
by Techgraphix
A normal CO2 laser will do all those materials, most of them engraving AND cutting.
Glass only engraving. And beware of plastics: some might produce hazardous smoke or corrode your laser. Don't do PolyCarbonate, for instance. Keep it with Acrylic, preferably Cast-Acrylic.
BTW: CO2 is also exelent for engraving on anodized Aluminum.

Kees