Omtech CO2 60W Laser Cutter

Fab Lab

This laser cutter can handle quite a bit. depending on the material, it can handle up to 1/4” thickness with no problem. There’s so many cuttable materials, but be careful of printing materials that can cause toxic fumes or fire. We will not let you cut a plastic, glass-like material unless it specifically says on the label that it is acrylic and not plexiglass. Plexiglass, although visually similar, will create toxic fumes. This 60W CO2 tube laser cutter is a marvel of engineering, and is incredibly delicate and complex. Ask staff if the machine needs calibrated.

Specifications:

  • Bed size: 20” X 27.5”

  • Acceptable materials: Acrylic, Non-tempered glass (verify with staff), Marble, Phenolic, Wood, MDF, Non-chlorine rubber, Tile, Aluminum, Leather, Suede, Cork, River Rock, Stainless Steel, Plastics, Brick, Bone, Titanium, Fabrics, Granite, Melamine, Delrin, Cardboard, Paper, Mylar, Magnetic sheet. Ask if you are unsure.

  • UN-acceptable materials: Leather and artificial leather containing chromium, carbon fibers, PVC, PVB, PTFE/Teflon, Beryllium oxide, epoxy, resins, copper, lead, nickel, halogens, highly flammable materials, polycarbonate/lexan, plexiglass, ABS, HDPE, Polypropylene, Fiberglass, styrofoam, food items, foam core, vinyl, glued materials. Ask if you are unsure.

  • Compatible with Lightburn

  • Autofocus

  • Pass through option available

  • Lift table: 0-9.1”

  • Engraving Speed: 0-23.62 in/s

  • Cutting Speed: 0-15.75 in/s

  • 15 Amps

  • Mirror Diameter 25mm

  • Data Transfer: Flash Drive; USB to PC; Ethernet to PC & Offline Capabilities

  • Supported formats: HPGL; BMP; GIF; JPG; JPEG; DXF; DST; AI; etc

  • Software: Ruida DSP Control System

Use & Safety Checklist:

  1. Always wear eye protection and hearing protection when operating.

  2. Do not operate with red cover open.

  3. Do not leave laser unattended when in use. Be on the lookout for fires. Stop cut immediately if you see a flame. If you smell or see lots of smoke, stop cut immediately.

  4. Turn on vent before operating. Verify chiller is operating.

  5. Learn the location of the emergency stop button (large red button, top right).

  6. Verify material will not be moved or blown away by exhaust. Use small magnets to hold down material if necessary. Place magnets where they will not come in contact with the laser head.

  7. Double-check your settings before starting the cut job. Check Z-axis, location of material on x and y-axes, power, speed, and focus.

  8. Do not cut overly warped material. doing so may damage laser. If there is a small warp, place warp upwards (like a rainbow, not a smile).

  9. If cutting clear, glass-like material, confirm it is acrylic and not plexiglass. Plexiglass will create toxic fumes if cut.

  10. Wait for exhaust fan to clear away smoke and fumes before opening the machine to remove your workpiece.

  11. Do not manually move laser head. Do not attempt to calibrate or adjust mirrors without assistance.

  12. Don’t cut high-risk materials that can catch fire or produce toxic fumes.

  13. Locate nearby fire extinguishers.

  14. Allow laser to cool down after a long or intensive job before shutting it off.