Adam tries a 40w CO2 Laser-Cutter! xTool Makeblock Laserbox REVIEW

[@HappyAtom]

Lots of great comments and questions. Keep em coming and I'll answer as many as I can in a follow-up video.

[@redwardr.l5734]

HappyAtom how much?

[@patrick.g2871]

looking forward to laserbox update video . hoping to order 1 soon!!

[@glidercoach]

@@redwardr.l5734 It must be outrageously expensive. It's not listed in the description and the clickable _quote_ link, wants you to give them your details for a quote...

[@Dartheomus]

Nice video, but in the future, save your viewers the legwork of trying to figure out how much the unit costs. I'm not going to request custom quotes just to find out if I could ever consider affording this. A quick google search suggests $5,499 with a setup similar to what I saw here. I don't know if thats marked up b/c its from a 3rd party site, but at least its some guidance.

[@jamesaddison81]

How much?

[@skysurferuk]

I never trust a company who wants all your details before they'll even tell you how much it costs...

[@rickchumsae7974]

$5,500 for that set up.

[@skysurferuk]

@@rickchumsae7974 Wow. But a nice machine, nonetheless. Using a K40 myself, it took a long time to batter it into submission. It's old, & using Cu secondary mirror, good enough with K40 Whisperer (sod that bloody useless dongle!). 3mm is the best I can do.

[@hamps856]

Ditto, I want to buy one but not under these circumstances. I went to the site and left.

[@jarredtol]

I just use my 120W epilog laser cutter

[@nikidelgado1066]

Would this cutter be able to make small, highly details stamps? Like if I wanted to make custom stamps with pictures and hairs?

[@CreateWithGlenn]

i thought it was great until I saw: $5,499.99 at which point i ca teach myself the setting for each material and use my own graphic software and get a 100W laser and still have thousands left! I i could write it off-then and only then would I invest in this, admittedly super well designed desktop machine!

[@TheKatlakatla]

6:02 might be a good idea to let it vent a bit before opening.

[@petrsauer8240]

its not that dangerous . Reason why you need to blow it out is because it can damage lens not because it can kill ya. If you ever tried burning wood with special burning pen it also makes lot of smoke.

[@LaserCutProjects]

Okay, but WHAT !?? this thing is BEAUTIFUL !!!!! I have a Glowforge laser cutter right now and WOW, is does this Laserbox look SO GOOD!!! I just now started to post up videos on my channel documenting my life with the Glowforge and being a maker/self-taught illustrator. I'm glad I found this video cause I might just have to get one myself !!

[@epilotdk]

For $5K you can buy a 150W machine from China with 1300x900mm cutting area complete with good extraction, air assist pump and refrigerated chiller. Use it with Lightburn software which supports a camera.

[@gunscratch]

That's great if you have the space for that. In the UK not many of us have basements or rooms in our houses that we want to put an industrial sized machine into.

[@MohabFIsmail]

this looks like a nice machine with easy to use software , the only down side is the price , since you can get a k40 for a fraction for it's price or go big format laser with way bigger workspace and a powerfull tube for the same price , the only hasstle is the learning curve for the software to get a hold of the machin's full potential

[@BlenderRookie]

Wow, I was most impressed with the plexiglass. That stuff is hard to cut right. That said, I will never purchase from a company that demands my information before giving me a price. That's just dumb.

[@court2379]

The link he provided is some educator application process. Just go to the buy page.

[@BlenderRookie]

@@court2379 I followed his link and it wanted all sorts of information before giving me a price.

[@cnccarving]

@@BlenderRookie it ranging from 5500-6500 pending on where you buy

[@cnccarving]

@@BlenderRookie indeed the issue is, what they worked on, developed and the outcome itself would worth it but in real bussiness this laser dont worth then you go to aliexpress and buy 3x4 feet mixed cut laser 150 watt and cut plastics, paper and with oxyassist you cut stainless steel and carbon steel up to 1/8 thickness this machine for rich folks buying a toy for children, and that way it worth

[@truantray]

@@cnccarving Yes, but the Aliexpress solution makes unsafe vapors that affect your brain and spelling.

[@leeyum5221]

wow, no burn on the acrylic sheet! that sold it for me! i work in a marker lab at a university and it is very capable and powerful but this seems great for a personal buy! thanks for the review

[@ruebenhernandez142]

Hey Happy Atom. Your videos make my atoms HAPPY!

[@davidedwards3361]

For people's information. This is from eBay, and is in Australian dollars. AU $6,958.32 From New Zealand +AU $13.40 postage

[@zixto76]

I bought one one Ebay well from a different company cost me under $500 same power and it does the job

[@goodluckandy1015]

Can you Tell me wich one please??

[@lynngabehart695]

Out standing demo, what a neat machine

[@ahmedkareem7353]

How much workspace ... and what is the manufacturer? What is the price?

[@JustinBockrath]

He's back!!! YAY!!! SO HYPED FOR 2020!

[@HappyAtom]

Same!

[@ImMyBloveds]

If it's $5000, isn't it better to just get the Glowforge to have the past through feature so you can make larger things? Also, I've read you can get a cheaper laser and modify it to do the same thing for 1/5th of the cost. Still looking into that before I decide on spending thousands of dollars.

[@matthewsanders9015]

TheBeautifulDiversion this one looks to be just as user friendly as a glowforge without having to be beholden to glowforge’s cloud software. That’s why I won’t buy a GForge. Yes, many other laser cutters have more power, cut larger sized materials and cost less than $5k. If this brand has a cutter that has a larger work area, I’d consider it because setup and operational headaches are not what I want from a less expensive alternative.

[@LaserCutProjects]

I thought the same thing, the designs and functions are so similar xD

[@rmclennon6978]

how much do these go for, Im loving the look of it

[@alexvonbosse5090]

Thanks for your very informative video. It came at the right time to help me decide how to go forward from here.

[@azizart4315]

Price Please

[@derekwright2388]

How do you clean the lens? Or replace a mirror? Can you let us know how long that dragon took to cut and did you manage to build it?

[@agllp]

It looks pretty cool, but I feel the best thing about this machine is the software. You can only engrave 22 mm high, so no bottles or thick parts. But the fact that you can scan designs drag and drop on the final product and engrave it is very nice, especially for people like me that have no patience for designing. Do you know a similar solution with more capabilities??

[@osito021]

How about soft metals such as Aluminum, Copper, brass and graphite?

[@steveterry9736]

Would this be good for architectural model cutting?

[@Marlene4377]

That is Amazing. Alas so much to do , so little time to do it in. If only I was 20years younger. LOL.

[@wrintconcrow9176]

Holy crap I’ve waited so long!

[@havana4123]

Do you sell a leather engraving, engraving, and cutting machine? And Is there a way to engrave on the leather ?

[@milo6258]

Can yoy share the name of yhe machine, made by, model and price?

[@kikoondaroad5915]

Nice video. What brand and model ?

[@AndrewsArcade]

Great vid as always!

[@sanderschat]

Thanks KZbin algorithm, now i want one of these....

[@Aleksei_Ko4]

Aliexpress => CO2 cutter

[@elfocker]

How the hell is this not a Glowforge knock off!? 🤣🤣🤣

[@lawrencedorn6041]

Its a knock off, but dam, i am seeing alot of stuff i like over my glowforge... 1) being i hate that i cant operate my glowforge stand alone and if i dont have internet access it become a brick... IMO they took the glowforge and made it better.

[@tonybarnhill808]

@@lawrencedorn6041 Yeah seems like everything is improved. Exact same bed size, but no pass-through.

[@NerdyDude186]

Lawrence Dorn I'd have been pisssssssssssssed if I had bought a glowforge and found out I needed Internet. That is grade A BS.

[@jamesloft3400]

I clicked on this thinking it’s a new Glowforge review. It looks identical, they didn’t even try to make it look different but does look vastly improved

[@liciayvette871]

Same thing I said, But it lacks in comparison .. That smoke made me gag.. My GF nrver produces smoke like that...

[@timroach5898]

I like the idea it comes with a filter box, and not cloud needed to use. but I do agree about the price. I guess if you want nice you pay nice. If I had the extra for it, It would be on the top of my list.

[@ahmedalshubbar6467]

Thanks for sharing, I am looking for something similar to start making puzzles

[@daunkelor2509]

what price is that,? ...... where can be ordered

[@carlwadley1175]

Looks great but where can you purchase the materials to cut/engrave outside of the US? Can’t find anywhere online

[@TheDon3112]

Hi can u help me - i need to buy laser cut machine . My main purpose is cutting names of wood sheets So how we can contact ?

[@mypinkcrafter]

Nice video and machine. How do you clean out the smoke marks on the wood or leather? Thanks for sharing

[@dvsmotions]

First time hearing about this one. The software is unbelievable. Very cool to finally see a consumer grade CO2 laser system. Price point is not there yet but I will keep an eye on this.

[@iwicbe1643]

Great review. I wish I could own one, but I live in Japan with tiny house. Yes please give us follow up videos.

[@张云瑞-k3m]

你好，有一个视频在我的主页上，你可以看看。如果您需要帮助， 请联系 whatsapp [phone]. 我随时准备帮助您

[@phire4694]

Cool laser cutter but how long does the laser last do you need to replace it after a certain time? How much does the replacement cost

[@mimilaneman4482]

HI, Can you cut fabric? And if you could cut fabric, how many layers? I am a quilter and I was wondering if this would help since cutting with a rotary cutter is not always accurate and there is slippage when cutting. There is die cutters out there but you always have to buy that set. So if this could cut a variety of shapes that would be great. Thanks

[@samanthaskelton2460]

What would make this better than a thunder or epilog laser aside from the child safety features?

[@pinkeye00]

$300 40W from China or $3000 from Glowforge. Basically fun times.

[@graphguy]

Sweet... just like all technology prices will drop vastly. My first PC computer cost $5000 30 years ago and didn't even have a hard drive!

[@amaury_permer]

laser engraving machines are way cheaper than that, it's not a new technology or so

[@lmg713]

How much was the machine?

[@akwilson25]

So I bought one of these and it will not cut nor engrave. The laser head moves as if it's doing something but it does not! Any suggestions?

[@dami3nthorn]

It looks like a really nice bit of kit. I almost bought one of the cheap co2 ones from china (around £400 if I recall) then realized the thing is bloody huge! So i got one of the mini laser cutters for now. Price tag for this one is a little too high for me :)

[@keyshaabodeen6]

If I may ask which one did you purchase?

[@Red-Angola]

Can this machine cut stainless steel sheet? Available thickness range for stainless steel will be?

[@theantichrist6524]

300mm depth of cut ? I did a millimeter to inch conversion and 300mm is just over 11 inches I don't think that the 40 watt laser is going to make an 11 + inch depth of cut even on foam board a 5000 watt laser sure it would allow an 11 + inch depth of cut on some materials

[@JonneytheKidd]

i don't understand. Why does his Makeblock Laserbox link go to a fake, different affiliate link to Kickbooster??

[@HappyAtom]

that was their old link. thanks for letting me know. I updated it. The CO2 laser i used in this vid is the old model. I linked to the new one.

[@JonneytheKidd]

@@HappyAtom What is the new model? How have you liked this one, after long use. Worth the money?

[@cliffart7398]

might as well buy the glowforge or muse. all the same price- what's the difference? Do I need to be connected to the internet to use this like Glowforge cause that's not going to happen.

[@alnsnk]

Can it cut glass or only etch it? If it can cut glass can it handle Borosilicate glass? Thanks.

[@BAISHENGLASERChina]

really good video,so much details .such compact co2 laser is useful in small amount production.and if cutting engrave acrilic it is better to use aluminum blades table .as a laser supplier .customer will use glass tube laser power from 35W-150W , some cases will use few 150W laser tube combination to create 200w 280W 300W to cut thick materials .

[@ARTISTIKACORPGIV]

Hi where did you buy the make block i ask my supplier in chine she says 2499 USD , how much do you buy you laser machine?

[@shoppingmonkey8765]

Is there a way to engrave round glasses with Laserbox Pro? Does anyone have an idea or experience? Thank you.

[@liciayvette871]

Sounds alot like a GlowForge..

[@tshepojujue7735]

yes you can engrave you will only need a rotary attachment

[@dsalpha18]

So this is the belated present for the terminator. The Plasma Rifle on the 40Watt range... o.O The problem with the laser is the burned marks, especially on leather.

[@COddietsch]

I was considering the GlowForge but it is extremely loud and a lot of negatives. It seems like this MakeBlock would function in an Office setting. I plan on putting it in my office, by a window for the exhaust. Is it quiet enough I would be able to watch TV with it on or work on the computer or what db does it operate at? Thanks

[@CurleyRadio]

Would this machine be ok for making large rubber stamps, say 6"x6" ? -appreciate your help.

[@kennethrutt7986]

Have you ever etched glass with a blaster? Just curious, because the laser engraving the glass looked horrific, next to using, say, a vinyl template and blasting it with a media blaster. Any thoughts?

[@michellejustice1042]

Hi Adam, Any updates? Hows it holding up, had to replace any parts yet? Any software glitches? Thanks.

[@HappyAtom]

I’ll try to do a few more videos on it. It’s been running great and I have not needed to replace any parts yet. The software keeps getting updates which is nice. There have been no glitches at all. I really can’t complain.

[@michellejustice1042]

Thanks, one of my concerns is I don't see any parts available such as the laser tube.

[@fccr1932]

If the nuts and bolts are missing, will the box for them remain empty?

[@bruceprice4172]

Hi Adam. Did you have the Air assist option on when you cut out the box finger joints? Lots of 'burn' marks around the edges. Hoping you didn't as would be good to know this can improve. Cheers.

[@simon9264]

yeah, if I were given a $5k laser, I'd be happy too, especially if it had 100% ripped off another company

[@ralphrenzetti22]

How long have you had and been using the laser? Have you had to deal with the support team for anything?

[@janagrisham9828]

So I’m interested in a glass etching laser machine, do such as wine glasses or a champagne bottle. Is that possible or feasible for an at home use? Is it reasonable priced or what am I lookin at. Thank you

[@ConstantlyRepeatingMyself]

Just use vinyl and glass etch cream and it will save you thousands of dollars.

[@danorjan79]

where is the sponsored content label? or did you buy it?

[@JanetAlexanderJewelry]

Does this have a cooling tank? Where is it?

[@endlosz]

Very cool but i would be interested if i ordered one in hungary and if in 2 years time something goes wrong how would the repair take place?

[@cnccarving]

then you buy a flyticket and bring over the machine, then they fix it free :-)

[@endlosz]

@@cnccarving :-DDD

[@exchiefkeith]

A very informative video, but I have no idea what brand or model product you're showing us.

[@deararee]

This thing sounds very quiet compared to the glow forge. Is it quiet? Also where does it ship from?

[@dennishackemeyer4510]

Adam - any idea if this will cut a ream of paper (500 sheets of 8.5" x 11" for example) in one pass ... or would you anticipate a Fire Hazard issue?

[@bhr987]

Great review !! What is the maximum tickness for cutting an acryclic?

[@sanjayswargam3763]

how much rate Adam tries a 40w CO2 Laser-Cutter! Makeblock Laserbox good mechene

[@UnwrappingByMimiKoteng]

9:42 how’s the leather smell?

[@MohabFIsmail]

I've tried cutting leather on laser , the smell is horrible

[@jaytopham8514]

Like you say, the machine is awesome. Do you know if this machine is available in the UK please? What is the thickest material it cuts? I noticed on the leather it left a sort of smoulder mark around the cut. Does that mark come off and does it affect both sides of the leather? Thank you and happy cutting, Cheers

[@awgsdiy6615]

Thanks for the explanation of the channel

[@superacrylic8679]

FYI, wood and paper burning smoke, is DIRTIER and more CORROSIVE than acrylics.......

[@moblog_dil_se]

Sir I have 35w CO2 laser cutting machine , what is the settings of speed and power to cutting wooden sheet 3mm

[@rokukai9831]

Please do a full review ...Show the Software

[@عادلمحمدبيومي-ف8ه]

May we know how to buy from Egypt, who is the agent, how much its price, and the possibility of installments or not

[@naoufelmelayh240]

WHAT kind of laser fiber or mopa or co2 need those machines

[@marouaneladjel1907]

its make. with steper motor or servo motor ? thank you

[@blakelively358]

Can I cut a 100 mm Acrylic sheet from this?

[@CHRISJ0AN]

why does it filter the air if you have to pump it out of the window either way?

[@mohdsajjadsajjad1911]

hello sir i buy makeblock laserbox and am cut to cloth this may be not good plz can u help me

[@anshulchauhan5650]

Is there a way in brass sheet cutting??

[@karlsangree]

I am definitely getting one of those for myself. Oh wait... I just remembered... I don't have an extra $4,500 burning a hole in my pocket.

[@randomoldbloke]

Nothing you can’t do with a k40 for a fraction of the price

[@epoweredrc]

K40 are way smaller .. Unless you know of a $400 one that will do larger then the norm.

[@keekeedavis3521]

epoweredrc what’s the norm? Larger than what norm?

[@theantichrist6524]

The $ 5000 + cost for a 40 watt laser? No thank you its way over priced

[@court2379]

While I agree, the real advantage of this and the glowforge is the camera and the software. So it is not just the laser cutter you are buying.

[@sciencebeartimberwoods7610]

A laser cutter that vibrates like a truck, at that...

[@smartassist9700]

Can it etch or cut thin tin or aluminum or steel?

[@Science3D]

what kind of plywood do you use to cut so easily through ! does it have a name so I can find it on amazon? Thanks

[@张云瑞-k3m]

你好，先生，不同厚度的胶合板可以切开。你可以发送具体的材料给我什么应用程序 [phone]， 我会在网上为你检查它

[@Science3D]

@@张云瑞-k3m Hi, thanks for the answer. I don't know the application yet. I bought a 40w co2 laser cutter and trying to be prepared for when I will receive it. I would like to buy such plywood so that's why I asked the question. thanks for your help

[@张云瑞-k3m]

@@Science3D OK My pleasure.If you have problems about machine .talking me anytime and help you solution /smile

[@jaslovedujour2653]

Im saving my money for this one. I wish i could try it♡

[@bachlava7]

what's the difference between this and glowforge?

[@Anandkumar-py7rv]

Super nice 👍 We can engrave on the metal aluminum sir

[@rajeshmistry8390]

Hi Anand Do you have the laserbox if so could you let me know what's pro/ cons Thanks Raj uk

[@tudorcozma6781]

Hi Adam can you cut and engrave trTraffolyte plates 3mm thick? Thank you

[@xaosaltd]

What is the price as I checked online but now prices are available?

[@soemoeoo4087]

I like this, how much prize and how can i buy this lase-cutter?

[@adamlong54]

Will it engrave aluminum polymer and gun slides? Seen a co2 laser guy was doing it ?

[@cnccarving]

buy a galvo for half price galvo has different wavelenght and can make deep cut in metal search aliexpress jnkevo wavetop sign at least 30 watt for metal 50 is better and 100 the best pending on your budget a 30 watt you can get 3100 with rotary

[@adamlong54]

@@cnccarving thanks and we can still engrave polymer too right ?

[@cnccarving]

@@adamlong54 yes it can you can engrave polygrips

[@cnccarving]

i purchased from other company but a 30 watt can do this i paid 2900 with shipping

[@adamlong54]

@@cnccarving thanks sir just want it to do gun engraving barrels slides and polymer if it does all of that should be no issues with wood stocks too

[@carloschroder5127]

Do you think it can cut rubber?

[@MintKorii]

I think your nephew needs a turn with your new toy!

[@donnaberryruffin4708]

Donna it engraver wine glasses and stainless steel

[@donnaberryruffin4708]

Do it engraver wine glasses and stainless steel