A few months ago, [Marco] picked up a cheap, cheap, cheap laser engraver from one of the familiar Chinese resellers. It’s a simple affair with aluminum extrusions, a diode laser, and a control board ...

A Taiwanese team has developed the Flux 3D, a cheap all-in-one 3D printer, scanner and laser engraver that, thanks to its modularity, also leaves room for further expansion. The device also allows ...

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While some decent lasers are out there for under $400 USD, they tend to be a little small. What if you wanted something a little nicer but didn’t want to jump to the $2,000 category? The answer for ...

The Runmecy is a new laser engraver launched via Kickstarter this month, specifically designed to provide creatives with “endless versatility”. The desktop laser engraver and cutter features a 5w ...

I've tested the best laser engravers - putting each one through their paces in my workshop to select the top-rated units for beginners, hobbyists, businesses, and even my top choice for the classroom.

The best laser engraver, in my experience testing these essential crafting machines, should be quick, precise, with a power and build area suitable for laser engraving a range of materials. I've ...

Factor in all costs beyond initial purchase to avoid financial surprises. Proper ventilation, safety measures, and maintenance improve overall performance. Understanding and adapting to materials' ...

Laser engravers are traditionally big, bulky units, meaning you have to cart the item you want engraved to the engraver – which can be a chore if the item is also big and bulky. But a new laser ...

Which laser engravers are best? Customization of items has long been the easiest way to showcase one’s personality and style, much superior to using an item identically to millions of others who ...