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laser marking hip flask

Last post by Salmagundi « Sat Apr 14, 2018 1:49 pm

by Salmagundi » Sat Apr 14, 2018 1:49 pm

toa ll,

I have looked high and low for this information but haven't found it yet. How does one set the focal point when laser marking a curved hip...

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Sat Apr 14, 2018 1:49 pm
The most common laser engraving machine problems and solutions

Last post by NickStyle « Wed Apr 11, 2018 3:19 am

by NickStyle » Wed Apr 11, 2018 3:19 am

In the use of laser machine, you will encounter a variety of problems, how to know these problems and solve these problems? STYLECNC will take you to...

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Wed Apr 11, 2018 3:19 am
Chinese 50w “shadow” issue

Last post by brianmichalk « Tue Apr 10, 2018 4:04 pm
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by Shelly132 » Tue Jan 09, 2018 11:40 am

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I am having this issue when I engraved anything faster than 100mm/s I get these “extras” at the right hand edge. I have googled the life out of it,...

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It's probably an alignment problem.

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Last post by brianmichalk
Tue Apr 10, 2018 4:04 pm
Why fiber laser marking machine price huge difference?

Last post by BonnieStylecnc « Sun Apr 08, 2018 7:35 am

by BonnieStylecnc » Sun Apr 08, 2018 7:35 am

Nowadays, you can search and buy the fiber laser marking machine with the different price. Some machines will be more expensive, some of them only...

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Sun Apr 08, 2018 7:35 am
Chinese laser y-axis problem after rotary use

Last post by laserbell « Tue Apr 03, 2018 8:07 am
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by jensenbreck » Mon Apr 02, 2018 8:29 am

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Hi,

Need some help here, i have a chinese laser, using lasercut 5.3, MPC6515, after switching the y-axis to use with the rotary attachment, and...

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Try re-seating the cable, then power down. When power is off, try moving the gantry back and forth to make sure that there is no obstruction, like...

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Last post by laserbell
Tue Apr 03, 2018 8:07 am
How to improve the marking speed for a laser marking machine?

Last post by BonnieStylecnc « Sat Mar 31, 2018 8:20 am

by BonnieStylecnc » Sat Mar 31, 2018 8:20 am

So marking factors such as laser marking machine is a kind of efficient marking machine, it has been widely used, aiming to Laser marking machine...

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Sat Mar 31, 2018 8:20 am
Rotary attachment

Last post by Cherry Stylecnc « Sat Mar 24, 2018 7:05 am
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by powl4evr » Fri Apr 21, 2017 4:54 pm

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Hi,
I have a 100w chinese laser engraver and when i connect the rotary the Y axis does not move and the red light activates on the stepper driver. I...

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Dear,

When you need attach rotary, you can attach it on X axis or Y axis, when you connect on Y axis, then the rotary will replace the Y axis to...

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Last post by Cherry Stylecnc
Sat Mar 24, 2018 7:05 am
Laser Newbie

Last post by johnson83 « Fri Mar 16, 2018 5:23 pm
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by ebaumcratz » Tue Dec 26, 2017 8:02 pm

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I'm buying a laser engraver to do custom gifts, ect.

What is the best online e-commerce platform to use? I want something that the user can add...

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Try this click here

I'm buying a laser engraver to do custom gifts, ect.

What is the best online e-commerce platform to use? I want something...

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Last post by johnson83
Fri Mar 16, 2018 5:23 pm
laser engraving machine and laser marking machine difference

Last post by Cherry Stylecnc « Fri Mar 16, 2018 7:01 am

by Cherry Stylecnc » Fri Mar 16, 2018 7:01 am

1. Laser resouce different:The optical system of is consist of three mirrors and one pcs lens,laser resource is co2 glass tube. The life of the glass...

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Last post by Cherry Stylecnc
Fri Mar 16, 2018 7:01 am
What you need to think about first, buying an engraver?

Last post by pro70z28 « Wed Mar 14, 2018 4:53 pm
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by Elton29 » Thu Feb 15, 2018 2:58 pm

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The main question that future engravers are asking is what is the cost of mastering this market. When choosing the necessary equipment, one must try...

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When I bought mine last fall, my first thought was how big can I go, as to not restrict myself down the road. Equal with that was wattage. I actually...

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Last post by pro70z28
Wed Mar 14, 2018 4:53 pm
deep cutting wood

Last post by pro70z28 « Wed Mar 14, 2018 4:46 pm
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by philr » Sat Oct 01, 2016 5:15 pm

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I have not seen this question and am hoping that someone might be able to provide an answer.

A client wants me to laser a sign made of wood...

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I have not seen this question and am hoping that someone might be able to provide an answer.

A client wants me to laser a sign made of wood...

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Last post by pro70z28
Wed Mar 14, 2018 4:46 pm
But there are a few types you should know when you use the CNC laser marking machine

Last post by Therese Guo « Sat Mar 10, 2018 11:23 am

by Therese Guo » Sat Mar 10, 2018 11:23 am

But there are a few types you should know when you use the CNC laser marking machine:

1.When you using laser marking machine, try not to idling...

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Last post by Therese Guo
Sat Mar 10, 2018 11:23 am
9 tips you should know when you operate a laser engraving machine

Last post by BonnieStylecnc « Sat Mar 10, 2018 8:46 am

by BonnieStylecnc » Sat Mar 10, 2018 8:46 am

When you use a laser engraving machine. You should pay attention to some basic When you use a laser engraving machine, you should pay attention to...

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Last post by BonnieStylecnc
Sat Mar 10, 2018 8:46 am
Laser beam

Last post by Suho « Wed Mar 07, 2018 4:05 pm

by Suho » Wed Mar 07, 2018 4:05 pm

So my question is:
How to make a laser beam as narrow as possible?

My problem is this:
I have to engrave a diploma on a wooden plate and i have...

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Last post by Suho
Wed Mar 07, 2018 4:05 pm
Engraving glas, settings

Last post by Ben « Tue Mar 06, 2018 9:05 am
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by Jonpeder » Tue Jan 23, 2018 9:09 pm

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Hi!

I have a Nova 35 80 watt by Thunder Laser.

I was just wondering what settings you guys use when engraving in glas?

When I use the one in...

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Good day!

For glass engraving,there're four tips for you try.
1. Using moist paper;and you know about that.
2. The interval please set to...

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Last post by Ben
Tue Mar 06, 2018 9:05 am
Nozzle Size Question

Last post by Cherry Stylecnc « Mon Mar 05, 2018 6:54 am
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by Rayden » Fri Mar 02, 2018 10:07 pm

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Hello, I am wondering in what situations should I use the nozzle with the larger opening, and what is the reason behind it?
Thank you

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Hi,

For thick metal or hard metal, you can use bigger diameter nozzle.

If you want to know more, you can contact me from here:

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Last post by Cherry Stylecnc
Mon Mar 05, 2018 6:54 am
Old laser engraver

Last post by mineralpoint « Tue Jan 23, 2018 8:06 pm

by mineralpoint » Tue Jan 23, 2018 8:06 pm

At my workplace I have an older laser engraving machine I believe it is called a Mercury 3 by GCC. I have attached a picture of my current problem. I...

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Last post by mineralpoint
Tue Jan 23, 2018 8:06 pm
What machine / software do I need to engrave Quartz & other stone materials?

Last post by Matty639 « Thu Dec 07, 2017 11:33 am

by Matty639 » Thu Dec 07, 2017 11:33 am

(Small post edit: Quartz contains around 5% resin if that makes any difference)

So I have a new home business venture that will primarily include...

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Last post by Matty639
Thu Dec 07, 2017 11:33 am
power

Last post by ve3sqb « Thu Nov 23, 2017 2:26 am
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by philbob » Thu Oct 05, 2017 3:10 pm

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hi all so im new to the laser cutter iv googled and googled but im still unsure on the power for it ok so its a k40 off ebay it came with a 2 pin...

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It will work but I would put a whole new cable on it and ground the case. It's always a wise electrical thing.

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Last post by ve3sqb
Thu Nov 23, 2017 2:26 am
Newbie looking for some help please

Last post by ve3sqb « Thu Nov 23, 2017 2:23 am
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by rm28366 » Sun Oct 08, 2017 5:55 pm

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Hi all. I am looking for a laser etcher that I can use on the metal shields that you get on sports trophies. I would also like to etch on beer...

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you need a minimum of 7 watts and it still might not do the metal. 15 watts may do but cost over $300 USD and a cheap machine is worth another 200....

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Last post by ve3sqb
Thu Nov 23, 2017 2:23 am
Building a 1W laser

Last post by ve3sqb « Thu Nov 23, 2017 2:19 am
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by Muffinman » Sat Nov 11, 2017 6:02 pm

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Hi Folks,

As per my introduction in the introduce yourself thread, I'm a keen but green amateur that would like to build a 1W (or higher,...

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check out banggood.com for cheap laser modules and manaSE driver boards

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Last post by ve3sqb
Thu Nov 23, 2017 2:19 am
Unknown Laser

Last post by Titpierslep « Sat Oct 28, 2017 2:21 am
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by jomac » Fri Jan 13, 2017 7:12 pm

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Forgive me if i have posted a question that has been answered elsewhere, ive searched for answers and found nothing.

Ive recently acquired an...

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Hi Ryo. It would be good if you can give us a feel of whats the price like for the laser cutting. Whats the requirement that you need in order to do...

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Last post by Titpierslep
Sat Oct 28, 2017 2:21 am
Laser Engraver

Last post by Zachcosi « Sat Oct 21, 2017 2:59 pm
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by laser10 » Fri Dec 23, 2016 7:55 pm

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Hi
I am new to the laser engraving subject, however I am looking for a small desktop, and preferably cheaper, laser engraver. I am going to be using...

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In use there is little force on the bearing - the laser exerting no cutting force - the design seems to rely on Loctite to retain the bearing against...

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Last post by Zachcosi
Sat Oct 21, 2017 2:59 pm
A Comparison of the Different Laser Types

Last post by Reidfjaiv « Thu Oct 12, 2017 5:43 pm
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by LINUS » Mon Jul 06, 2015 7:42 am

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CO2, vanadate and fiber lasers

Common laser types available in the market

The laser machines available in the market mainly differ by the...

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For the LTM031 mug you will need to use Thermark or Cermark, so you will have a black mark
for a 35 watt laser I would start with a power of 100,...

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Last post by Reidfjaiv
Thu Oct 12, 2017 5:43 pm
Laser cutting mirror image

Last post by Tommycuyhi « Thu Oct 12, 2017 10:43 am
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by limpie » Fri Aug 11, 2017 4:31 am

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Hi
Sorry if there is a similar topic but I did do a search and could not find anything. My laser is cutting a mirror image of the file uploaded :( ....

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Not buying Chris, in need of plate cutting etc.

Cheers Moose, Ill contact Stonemans tomorrow and check...

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Thu Oct 12, 2017 10:43 am

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