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written by Dennis Heinze, excerpt from hardwarepoint.

3018 PRO DIY Laser Upgrade

There has already been talking in several chapters about the 3018 PRO DIY, which we have upgraded with a laser.

This was our first point of contact with lasers and since then we have implemented a number of projects. The learning curve is steep, and you get good results quickly, unlike what may be the case with milling.

3018 PRO DIY laser machine

3018 PRO DIY laser machine in operation

Close-up of 3018 PRO DIY laser

3018 PRO DIY laser setup

Air Assist

The LC-40 has air assist via a 40mm fan and air baffle which ensures smoke is blown out to the rear.

Air assist system for 3018 PRO DIY

Air assist nozzle for laser machine

Air assist setup on 3018 PRO DIY

Air assist components

Air assist in action

Efficiency of air assist system

Comparison

The increase in effectiveness should also be mentioned...

Ultimately, no clear purchase recommendation can be made between the 3018 PRO DIY Laser with Air Assist and the LC-40...

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1 comment

Estoy interesado en montar en mi CNC un equipo de corte por laser que sean compatible

Manuel Sastre

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