A question regarding laser cutters

[RealDaveWinter]

I'm not sure if this is the correct forum, I don't see one specifically for tools, and I'm using to build a studio model, so I guess it can go here.

Does anyone have any recommendations for laser cutters? I'm currently looking at this one;

Amazon.ca

But I have no idea if it's any good or not. I'm just using it for cutting 2-3mm acrylic. Does anyone have one of these? What software do these things support?

thanks

 

[StevenBills]

I don't have any experience with that particular laser, but I have used a GlowForge pretty extensively. They have a web interface where you can upload your design. I use Illustrator to make vector images, and then upload as either a PDF or SVG. Pretty easy to use once you get the hang of it.

SB

 

[jcoffman99]

That should cut the acrylic no problem. I have a 10W that does it. You won't be able to do clear acrylic though. Lightburn is the standard software that most use.

 

[RealDaveWinter]

great. thanks

 

[JCalhoun]

Let me know how ti goes. My sense was that solid-state laser (like the one you linked to) may not cut acrylic.

I ended up going with a K-40 (CO2 laser). I spent a little more than the basement-priced models (went with Omtech) so it would have air-assist, etc.