Hooking up a laser to a CNC gantry isn’t exactly an Earth-shattering innovation, but it does make for a useful tool. Even a cheap diode laser mounted to an old 3D printer can do engraving ...

It primarily relies on open-source GRBL firmware, which supports both CNC and laser use without requiring additional updates. For engraving, you can expect accuracy within ±0.05 mm, a maximum ...

Laser cutters are getting more and more popular ... or ultraviolet (and therefore invisible), and by directing it using CNC (computer numerical control), the user can etch complex patterns and ...