2024年3月21日 · Snapmaker make the best 3-in-1 CNC/laser/3D printers. And there’s no competition. 10W high-power laser add-on cuts decently thick acrylic and wood, and can comfortably engrave on anodized aluminum.

2024年2月13日 · Laser engraving vaporizes the material, while laser etching melts the material and allows it to solidify back. In short, etching is the fastest and most-effective technique with high contrast. Instead, engraving survives abrasion and offers more customization. Meanwhile, laser marking is perfect for stainless steel, and offers coloring.

2024年3月10日 · In this guide, I'll cover everything I've learned from my hands-on tests with the best CNC router and laser combos and the market. We'll assess who they're CNC routers are great for cutting into thicker wood, while laser engravers are perfect for delicate features and cutting sharper corners.

2024年1月18日 · For a clear, deep engraving, you’ll need a more powerful CO2 or fiber laser engraving machine, but for light marking of metal, we recommend lasers in the $400-700 price range that have been proven to work, but at lower quality and power.

2024年3月19日 · Looking to get started with laser cutting and engraving? Check out our top picks for the best laser cutters and engravers for beginners! Find the perfect machine for your needs and budget.

2024年3月22日 · Swapping to the 2W IR laser means you can engrave and etch on metal surfaces and jewelry as well. For makers and small businesses needing a laser cutter that can scale up to bigger projects, the spacious yet sturdy xTool S1 is a very good choice, and I’m so happy with my S1 that I bought a second one (I have one 20W one, and one 40W one).

2024年1月15日 · The fiber laser engraver I’d recommend to most users is the Datouboss 20W Laser Marking Machine. This relatively affordable, super-powerful laser offers accurate marking across a wide range of materials, with different sizes available to suit your workspace.

2024年3月9日 · Here's our top ranked laser engraving and cutting software, based on hundreds of tests and an in-depth feature comparison. Check out our screenshots of each tool.

2024年1月15日 · Laser kits can be as cheap as $50, but they’re weaker and not as effective. The best 3D printer laser engraver for the money I’ve tested is the Snapmaker 2.0. It’s a great 3-in-1 machine with a 10W laser option and a high-quality 3D printer extruder, and a useful CNC cutter.

2024年2月13日 · Laser engraving machines come in all shapes and sizes – but if you’re looking for something super portable, the best mini laser engravers are lighter machines that can be carried around to craft shows, yet still offer fast custom laser engraving at high quality: