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

I'm going to have fun with this!
Makeblock Laserbox: xtool-booster-...
The laser is a 40watt CO2 and can cut through fairly thick material.
If I have issues with it in the future or something else comes up I will update this video description. As far as I can tell so far, it's a great machine!
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[@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!

[@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

[@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.

[@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

[@MrLufelcan]

I have a chines 50w laser machines since 7 years ago with no problems at all. just need to replace the laser tube and make it work for another 7K hours. I paid around $3500 back then and now the price drop off to $1300 on ebay. Chinese laser machines are good and I make a lot of money with it already.

[@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??

[@ruebenhernandez142]

Hey Happy Atom. Your videos make my atoms HAPPY!

[@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.

[@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??

[@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

[@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...

[@rmclennon6978]

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

[@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

[@lynngabehart695]

Out standing demo, what a neat machine

[@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!

[@AndrewsArcade]

Great vid as always!

[@osito021]

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

[@milo6258]

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

[@alexvonbosse5090]

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

[@ahmedalshubbar6467]

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

[@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.

[@superacrylic8679]

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

[@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

[@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.

[@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?

[@mypinkcrafter]

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

[@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 .

[@sanjayswargam3763]

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

[@ahmedkareem7353]

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

[@bhr987]

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

[@steveterry9736]

Would this be good for architectural model cutting?

[@havana4123]

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

[@karlsangree4679]

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.

[@iwicbe1643]

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

[@user-sm5qz3oc6l]

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[@kikoondaroad5915]

Nice video. What brand and model ?

[@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

[@exchiefkeith]

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

[@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.

[@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

[@marlinkhoshababratdeel2250]

I Love Love this machine and I always wanted one in my house. I cannot afford to buy one . but I’ll give you a beautiful idea and it’s free for you. the smoke outside to protect people from inhaling the smoke, you can put water in the big buckets and let the smoke dissolve and it outside let me know if you like my idea.. thank you for this beautiful video for 2020 I like that and they have everything better than before. Bless you thank you

[@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.

[@daunkelor2509]

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

[@ralphrenzetti22]

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

[@thornindustriesUK]

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?

[@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

[@awgsdiy6615]

Thanks for the explanation of the channel

[@azizart4315]

Price Please

[@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

[@pickaxattacks1879]

He's back bois

[@jaslovedujour2653]

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

[@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?

[@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

[@carlwadley1175]

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

[@smartem3647]

Hi Adam,I'm impressed by your video for the Laserbox.Can we have a chance to show our unique model EM-Smart in your next video?

[@MisterGank]

Aww dude I'm so jealous! This looks to beat the crap outa benbox and that crappy laser you had before! What's the price tag on one of those?! I couldn't find anything on their website. I actually don't even think it's for sale to the public! Nice video! Awesome product!

[@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.

[@francotirador941]

I got subscribed right away great video congrats

[@karlnappmainz]

Hi Adam - and thanks a lot for this great Video! Could you also show us, if or how this machine works with "stamp rubber" (so making stamps at yourself) ? Thank you!

[@littlesandbaubles8033]

It does!

[@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?

[@maxtipex]

PRICE ?

[@rokukai9831]

Please do a full review ...Show the Software

[@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

[@FierceDeityLink1990]

Man that tool looks so cool :o

[@oulrichsputnik9524]

Hi, i am very impressed by this machine and it is exactly what my wife is looking for to start up a little business. The following question related to the price has already been asked for sure but do not have time to go through all the comments so if you could please tell me how much i can have the exact machine just like yours + the shipping since i'm abroad. Your quick answer will be very much appreciated :) Great video by the way and thank you!

[@simon9264]

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

[@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

[@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?

[@jessicaliu7424]

Our company's main laser engraving machine, laser cutting machine and a series of ion cutting machine.If you have any needs, please feel free to contact me.

[@lmg713]

How much was the machine?

[@dustinrichardson1113]

Man I missed you!!!!!!!

[@hokagetunes9550]

I’ve been waiting a long time for this. Also how much did it cost?

[@jeanyvespochez]

around 5000 euros

[@ScinnerNo1]

@@jeanyvespochez Only 5000Eur? I´ll take two! ;)

[@chade74]

@@jeanyvespochez over 5 grand on us dollars. Good grief

[@tomcoker9882]

Hokagetunes site says $5000 (USD), but also states sold out! Then they want all sorts of info to give you a quote.

[@jelljell7871]

@MichaelKingsfordGray michael would you share the link of the one you recommend plz

[@smartem3647]

Hi Adam,may you try the EM-Smart portable laser marking machine?

[@danorjan79]

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

[@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.

[@rider2731]

Impressive. How much did it cost you? Thank you for sharing.

[@fccr1932]

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

[@Red-Angola]

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

[@deararee]

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

[@MrVillafum]

Thanks for the review Adam. I turn wood and was wondering if this has an attachment to laser cylinder shaped items. Thanks, V

[@thingswelike]

I don't know - but it's pretty common for a rotary attachment to be available for this type of machine. Look at the Flux Beambox for example.

[@CCoburn3]

$5,000? Ouch!

[@alnsnk]

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

[@AndrewAHayes]

If you get a negative ioniser suitable for the sized room you have your laser cutter and the wood you have engraved in you will not have any smell whatsoever

[@scottwillson5562]

if you use painters tape on the leather it won't leave the burn marks.

[@alexchinchilla821]

I need this in my life..

[@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

[@CurleyRadio]

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

[@anaooana7926]

Fantastic! Is there an air assist integrated ?

[@hericperez]

~Thank you Adam you are great!

[@txvetdan1700]

I have called.and emailed.this company for more info. No go. No call backs or return emails.

[@crirojas8592]

You kids are Adorable!!! God bless them! Question, can I engrave a Water bottle or a tumbler?

[@patrick.g2871]

no!

[@j_shelby_damnwird]

It has a rotary attachment

[@JanetAlexanderJewelry]

Does this have a cooling tank? Where is it?

[@user-lz9bk7gs5t]

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