Laser Engraver inquiry

[jodiMS]

Good morning!

We are wanting to buy a laser engraver and would like to know if anyone has any recommendations? We are looking at BOSS, Epilog, Laguna and AEON.

Thank you!

 

[StarSign]

We just added an AEON Nova 10 a few weeks ago. Upgraded from a Full Spectrum. No complaints so far. It did take the better part of 6 months to get it here.

 

[TEN]

Really need more info about what the machine will be used for, bed size, budget etc. Check with Trotec and Epilog and they can give you recommendations based on your needs. Regardless of the brand pay attention to the exhaust and build in more flow.

 

[DChorbowski]

We have a Laguna 150w, and while the laser is fine, I would not buy from them again. Their customer service and support has been abysmal for us. Our neighbor has a Boss system and they are happy with everything. I believe both Laguna and Boss are basically Chinese lasers that have been rebranded.

 

[Mark-IT]

We have been using a Universal Laser machine for 10 years without any issues. Very pleased, easy user friendly interface that you can print from virtually any software.

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Universal Laser Systems provides advanced laser material processing systems for industry, research and development, and education supporting prototyping to 24/7 production.

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[tnawards]

I've had an Epilog laser for over 20 years. It's been a solid workhorse. American company. You get what you pay for.

 

[Gwenofeve]

I have a diode laser for personal use and love it. I mostly do wood, leather, tile but it also does ACP really well! It's the most cost effective type of laser. However with signs, you likely want a CO2 laser. "CO2 lasers are generally the best choice for cutting acrylic, offering clean edges, high precision, and the ability to cut both colored and clear sheets efficiently." I spent about 40 hours watching youtube videos on reviews before I decided on a brand & how many watts to get as well. Good luck! Check out my site for samples if you want: chaoticjoycreations on FB

 

[guillermo]

Universal Laser system, I have one VLS660 since 2011 and until now, not problems.

 

[davidmickel]

While engraving and cutting often overlap, the best option really depends on the material and application. For signage and fabricated metal components, laser cutting is often preferred when precision, repeatability, and clean edges are important. Material type, thickness, and production volume can also have a significant impact on machine selection. Has anyone compared fiber laser and CO2 systems for both engraving and cutting in a production environment?

 

[Gene@mpls]

Boss has a good rep- epilog is great but high price. I have the same 900x1300 I bought in 2015 and use it every day. If you are interested in Lasers, Russ at RDWorks Learning Lab has forgotten more about lasers than we will every know. Lightburn is the best software [I cannot edit my S101 info].

 

[CanuckSigns]

Ive owned laser engravers for 25 years. What will you be doing with your machine? If you are looking to mostly cut, one of the large chinese machines with glass tubes will work fine (boss, laguna etc) however, if you are mostly engraving like us, the big 3 excel at this (trotec, epilog, universal) the difference in both speed and quality are staggering, but so is the price.

Ive only ever owned trotec or epilog and they have been solid workhorses, running for 6-8 hours a day, everyday with almost zero issues.

 

[VizualVoice]

do NOT buy Full Spectrum. That's all I'll say about that in a public forum.