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by 000qeool
Mon Oct 31, 2016 8:22 am
Forum: General Laser machine discussion
Topic: What do youl think of this machine configuration
Replies: 6
Views: 3135

What do youl think of this machine configuration

I am an experienced 3d printer operator looking to break into laser cutting. I would like cut small pieces of thin (0.008" or .2mm) stainless steel. To do this, I'd like to mount a 80w co2 laser horizontally and keep it stationary, while moving the workpieces into the laser. Here's a simple ske...
by 000qeool
Thu Oct 20, 2016 2:26 am
Forum: General Laser machine discussion
Topic: Engraving metal with a K40-Can it be done
Replies: 2
Views: 1970

Engraving metal with a K40-Can it be done

Hi, I purchased one of those cheap chinese laser engravers (k40) on eBay and was wondering if there was a way to engrave different types of metal. I heard you could spray something on the metal and it could be engraved. I'd like to try engraving aluminum, brass, copper, and steel. Any ideas?