FAQ

Can you laser engrave anodized aluminum?

Basically, anodized aluminum is a material that is very suitable for laser processing. You can achieve good results with both the CO2 and the fiber laser. You can laser engrave anodized aluminum wi...

Why is my laser engraver not lighting up?

If your laser engraver won't turn on or does not emit light, there are a few potential causes. It could be that the high voltage line is loose or there's poor motor wire contact. If the machine is ...

Can you laser engrave aluminum?

Aluminum is one of the most common materials in modern manufacturing. You can use industrial marking systems to engrave unique identifiers directly on aluminum pieces. Laser etching of aluminum is ...

How detailed can laser engraving be?

The depth of the laser etching cut is no more than 0.001″, making this process ideal for objects made from precious metals. Therefore, laser etching has become quite become for customizing jewelry.

Can you eat laser engraved food?

In other words, you can consume laser carvings as long as you use food safety laser carving technology and materials and adhere to the proper food preparation technique. The sort of food and any po...

How do you test laser intensity?

Laser power can be measured using standard laser power meters; there are two main types: calorimeter and pyroelectric. Calorimeter power meters measure laser power using a timed exposure.

Can a laser engraver cut wood?

A laser engraver can cut wood. The laser beam can vaporize and burn away wood material to create precise cuts and intricate designs.

Does the intensity of the laser depend on distance?

Even in vacuum a laser beam's intensity will get weaker and weaker the more distance it travels. This is due to diffraction, meaning the wave will diverge and "take more space", thus the energy flu...

Can an 80 watt laser cut metal?

80W laser can cut some metals, but not all metals can be cut, such as aluminum. In addition, whether the 80W laser can cut metal should also consider the metal thickness, laser type and other factors.

Can you laser engrave wood?

Woods such as balsa wood or poplar, require a lower laser power level and can be engraved and cut faster. Laser engraving produces a lighter contrast. Woods such as oak or cherry are examples of de...