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by Genuino
Tue Jan 17, 2017 5:55 am
Forum: General Laser machine discussion
Topic: Metal marking
Replies: 3
Views: 2812

Re: Metal marking

Thanks for the link! I understand that metal marking require the adequate equipment, not with my DIY 5500mw, which I believe is a diode type. The use of Thermark is what I'm looking for. My main concern is the wattage needed for Thermark to work, or does it matter at all? This question is because I ...
by Genuino
Sun Jan 15, 2017 3:02 am
Forum: General Laser machine discussion
Topic: Metal marking
Replies: 3
Views: 2812

Metal marking

I've seen metal marking with the CerMark spray on metals, but never seen how much power is needed, only one done with a 10W laser, would I be correct in thinking that if burn twice with 5.5w would i be able to do it? Or a 5.5w capable of doing it at all? Thank you.
by Genuino
Sat Jan 14, 2017 4:42 am
Forum: General Laser machine discussion
Topic: Help a newbie :)
Replies: 1
Views: 1706

Re: Help a newbie :)

Thank you Williamzem! Very informative. I'm assuming here, in essence I can go by the number for testing, if 60% of 40w is required, does that mean that only 24w is needed, is that a logical calculation? Or 60% of 40w is not the same as a 24w source. Sorry if this sounds dumb, don't know anything ab...
by Genuino
Sat Jan 14, 2017 12:29 am
Forum: General Laser machine discussion
Topic: Glad to be part of this forum
Replies: 2
Views: 1670

Re: Glad to be part of this forum

Hey Charles, I'm glad I became a member also, read on here for a few days before registering. They are a good group of grate helpful people, I'm new too but Welcome to the forums!

Have a nice day!
by Genuino
Sat Jan 14, 2017 12:25 am
Forum: General Laser machine discussion
Topic: Help a newbie :)
Replies: 1
Views: 1706

Help a newbie :)

Hey guys, While I wait for my DIY chinese laser (tomorrow I think), have a couple of questions, if you don't mind. First, I'm getting a 5.5W laser for paper crafts, foam, thin plywood and leather and maybe 1/8" color plexiglass, but can't find any chart as to power settings for materials withou...
by Genuino
Fri Jan 13, 2017 6:59 am
Forum: General Laser machine discussion
Topic: INTRODUCE YOURSELF
Replies: 370
Views: 2570858

Re: INTRODUCE YOURSELF

Hello from Atlanta! Just became member of these forums in anticipation of my very first laser arrival, DIY laser 5.5W, totally new but wanted to add another option to my shop and crafts at home, woodworking of small projects, woodturning and signage. Also have a 24 x 36 CNC Router and think a laser ...