LaserPecker 2, 3 & 4 Explained - Which Engraver Is Best For YOU?

Hello folks. Some of you have been asking for comparisons between some of the lasers that I've been reviewing lately, so in this video I'm going to do a quick review of the Laser Pecker 2 engraver to show you its features, and then we'll take a look back at my test videos for the Laserpecker 3 and the Laserpecker 4 and compare the differences between them to help you decide which of the 3 engravers is the best fit for your needs and budget. If you're interested, you can get the machines at the links below.
LaserPecker 2:
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Amazon US: amz.run/74HT
LaserPecker 3:
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Amazon US: amz.run/6ies
LaserPecker 4:
LaserPecker Official: www.laserpecke...
Amazon US: amz.run/72hI
Coupon Code of LaserPecker Official: JB50
Coupon Code Description: Use this code at checkout to get $50 discount for orders over $800
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LaserPecker 4 video review: • WORLD's FIRST Portable...
LaserPecker 3 video review: • Video

[@JamesBiggar]

If you're interested, you can get any of these machines at the links below, and be sure to use the coupon code JB50 to save some $ on your order. LaserPecker 2: LaserPecker Official: www.laserpecker.net/products/laserpecker-2-basic-super-fast-handheld-laser-engraver-cutter?L2_jamesbiggar Amazon US: amz.run/74HT LaserPecker 3: LaserPecker Official: www.laserpecker.net/products/laserpecker-3-metal-laser-engraver?L3_jamesbiggar Amazon US: amz.run/6ies LaserPecker 4: LaserPecker Official: www.laserpecker.net/products/laserpecker-4?L4_jamesbiggar Amazon US: amz.run/72hI Coupon Code of LaserPecker Official: JB50 Coupon Code Description: Use this code at checkout to get $50 discount for orders over $800 Here is LaserPecker 6th anniversary celebration: www.laserpecker.net/pages/6th-anniversary-celebration?L4_jamesbiggar There is a KZbin Livestream on 7PM, 12th Sept, 2023 (PDT), Meet LaserPecker's Founder and CEO with a unique Q&A session. And don’t miss out the anniversary deal (Up to 30% OFF)! What's more, there is a celebration giveaway now, to win FREE LP1 Pro: gleam.io/wj5KB/laserpecker-6th-anniversary

[@REDARO11]

forgive me.... i see now that you engraved some hard metal tools ... so yes...

[@BelieveInTheLordJesus777]

Your coupon code doesn't work though :(

[@Zodliness]

Good informative review. I purchased the LP1 pro first then later invested in the PL2 variant. While impressed no end with the LP2's desktop engraving performance for it's small footprint, it's not as genuinely portable as the LP1 pro variant, primarily because it requires a bayonet type, not USB 5v power connector. And is not supplied with an appropriate lead for powering via a standard USB power bank unlike the LP1. I also purchased the brass gnarled rollers and like you found they constantly slipped and ruined the engraving. However, instead of adding elastic bands to the item, I disassembled the rollers, cut grooves into the ends of each brass roller and inserted rubber o-rings at each end. They've not slipped once since. 👍😉

[@maksymilianzielinski6277]

Do you use those for the business purposes? Think of earning some extra money 😅

[@femiakin-olugbade4141]

i am a bench jeweller based in Lagos Nigeria. i am interested in buying a Laser engraving machine for my business. I make a lot of wedding and engagement rings for my clients. Please can you demonstrate how one of these can be used for engraving inside a wedding ring?

[@marilynkitaya1500]

Is there a way to engrave fingerprints with the these machines? I'm starting a permanent jewelry business and want to use it for fingerprints and initials, etc. If so, how am I able to do it? Is there an app I have to download to get the fingerprint to transfer it over?

[@robdewberry2587]

Really depends on how deep down the rabbit hole you want to go… get a detective kit or ink pad, make fingerprints, take a digital photo of them, upload that image to the laser engraver from your phone and crop where needed and then just laser engrave that b&w fingerprint image using the engraver. I’m sure there are much more expensive ways to do it, but I doubt the results are that much greater.

[@baddogrnr]

Will the pecker 2 do clear / coloured acrylic ? And go small enough to do guitar pics , cheers

[@hugobuss1874]

Thanks for the great video. I'm looking to buy my first laser etcher. I was wondering if it possible to seamlessly stich etchings if that's a thing? so etch part of an image then move the machine to etch the section next to it, much like you can get image stichers to create 360 scenes. essentially making an infinite work surface.

[@MrFreesearcher]

Wish I had the Budget for the LP4, but I think the LP3 is going to have to be my choice of tool. I'm mainly looking to engrave different metals, so the LP2 isn't the preferred choice going by the video, and the ability to cut thin wood stock is also handy.

[@tanjabecker3075]

Thanks for sharing, can it also be used for PVC and rubber?

[@robdewberry2587]

Yes

[@voldem273]

How deep does the LP4 engrave into metal does it „burn“ material away? What if I go, let’s say, 10 times over copper?

[@yay4meluigi]

I’m really intrigued by the idea of laser engraving food haha.

[@DesertPunk3]

Can these be used for engraving glass? Like a glass beer or whiskey bottle?

[@7RomanceTube7]

Great Video thank You for sharing... I subscribed ... I have a question : do you happened to know if this machine can engrave on ACETATE material ( tipkly find on Eyeglasses and sunglasses ) thank you

[@karljolley8346]

I wonder how the LaserPecker 4 compares to the XTool F1 which also has diode and ir heads. is there a difference besides price?

[@JamesBiggar]

Can't say what the F1 is like, never used it. But the specs are very similar. F1 slide extension is longer and narrower, but aside from cosmetics that seems to be the only difference I can see.

[@GregoryPrimm]

Do you know if any of these can be used on Kaisen foam inserts for Tools?

[@shb9627]

If I use the app as shown in the video, can't I do the stamping and cutting at the same time? Or can I engrave and cut the seal only through the computer?

[@kamalElMokdad]

thanks for that! Does it take 18 minutes on average to complete an engraving job as you mentioned? also what is the electricity consumption for this machine in case i want to get it for an engraving business? thanks in advance

[@widaalt]

What do you call the work you do? like builder or sum

[@zlac]

Is software any good? Is it possible to do serial numbering with auto-increment with these devices?

[@jinsong6940]

I understand that LP3 can etch more metals and plastic surfaces but is there any advantage of getting LP2 over LP3 other than price? Is LP3 the better machine?

[@JamesBiggar]

They're different machines that work different materials that the other can't (covered in the video). LP2 is a 5W blue diode. LP3 is a 2W IR. Two different lasers with different wavelengths. One is mostly for organic materials, the other is not. The only metal that the LP2 can etch is stainless steel or coated (ie painted, anodized) metals. The LP3 can etch all metals, bare or coated. One isn't any better than the other in general, only in terms of what projects you intend to make and what materials you expect to make them with. LP2 is good for general hobby crafts and woodworking. LP3 is better suited for a jeweler's shop, for example. LP4 does it all.

[@BiMaMotamedi]

Hi, thank you so much for the informative video. I have a question. Which of the devices could also cut the metal, copper and also gold or silver ? Thanks in advance.

[@JamesBiggar]

Np. None of these machines can actually cut metal. Only the IR lasers (LP3 + 4) can etch (mark) different metals. If you need a machine to engrave/cut different metals then check out the ComMarker B4 galvos that I've reviewed.

[@DrumdudeAZ]

This looks sick. I want to engrave some drum hardware

[@KlausenHellberg]

Hi James, good video! Quick question here: I am interested into using it for metal, stainless steel and similar rings in particular. For this material I understood it will etch it, but not really engrave it. Question is, does the machine generates any sort of residue that we need to vacuum later? I have pets around and I want to ensure no residue is generated that I have to worry about, or otherwise ensure to isolate the area with the the container box as the brand also offers. Cheers!

[@JamesBiggar]

Thanks. True, the IR laser will etch and mark metal and plastic (ie score and discolour), but not engrave it (remove material). You will need ventilation depending on the materials that you're working with, specifically any coatings or paint that's on the material. Bare metal isn't usually an issue, but fumes are generated when coatings are involved. If you want to actually engrave into metals, check out my channel for another option that I featured recently.

[@KlausenHellberg]

Super. Thanks@@JamesBiggar!

[@JamesBiggar]

Np.

[@TheAliakbar420]

can it be used to engrave on watch dial ??

[@SydneyShaw-r4h]

About how long does it take to engrave a logo on a stainless steel tumbler? We do lots of tumblers and would like something on the go.

[@JamesBiggar]

Maybe a minute or two, depending on how much detail there is.

[@devel-man]

Thanks for the review. Can these engravers be used for PCB development?

[@JamesBiggar]

I haven't tried it but I don't think so. These machines can't actually engrave or cut metal, only etch and mark. Check out my ComMarker reviews for machines that are better suited for making PCB's.

[@baileycowhorses]

Hi James, Questions to ask I have a horse halter business and add a Ritchie dual colored tag for ID. Would this laser the LP2 make these kind of tags? Ritchie dual colored tag.

[@JamesBiggar]

Not for plastic, no. Diode lasers don't work well with any plastics other than black acrylic. You would need either the LP3 or LP4 which have the IR laser for etching metals and plastics. Bear in mind that I said etching and not engraving. The IR laser is only 2W so you can't do any cutting or engraving (ie remove material). Etching just lightly scores and discolors the surface (black acrylic turns white/grey, for ex, white turns black/grey, etc). It's more durable than paint, but not as permanent as actually removing material. The multi-layered plastic Ritchie cow tags are really meant for engraving with a rotary tool like a dremel or cnc router machine so there's no discoloration of the lower layers. If you used an IR laser powerful enough to engrave a yellow on black tag, for ex, you might end up discoloring the black after burning through the yellow and end up with yellow on white instead. You can get a small cnc machine for the job that's actually cheaper than the LP2, but it's noisier. See one of my latest uploads for an example.

[@MikeysAlphaWife]

I might have missed it. Can the LP4 be used to engrave on the go similar to how you used the 2 on the box?

[@JamesBiggar]

All are portable.

[@Photobyjstenberg]

When you engrave on black acrylic what settings do you use to get the white. I have an LP 4 & I absolutely can't get it to work. An image is visible, but not like it did with your logo.

[@JamesBiggar]

I used the presets in the app, and the IR laser, not the diode.

[@alanjagroop1282]

Is it possible to make custom championship titles. Just like wwe. But custom titles for martial arts schools etc. Making title belts for show.

[@agnnie9115]

What is the maximum height of cylindrical objects supported on the LS2?

[@charlesbryant3143]

what is the depth of the etch? let say if I was engraving on plastic how deep can I go without cutting all the way through the material?

[@JamesBiggar]

Depends on what laser you're referring to and what your power and speed settings are. Blue diode can cut through dark plastic, engrave it to a desired depth or just mark it, but it can't work light/clear plastic, and it's really only good for acrylic (other types of plastic can just melt or catch fire as opposed to vaporize under the laser like they should). IR can mark/etch almost any metal or plastic, ie either discolors (low power) and/or lightly scores the surface (high power). LP2 has 5W diode. LP3 has 2W IR. The LP4 has both lasers - 10W diode and 2W IR.

[@virgilfontenelle2159]

Hello ! i would like to buy one with you code to engrave wood phone case . wich one do you think is the best for this use ? i need it to engrave it the fastest as possible (less than 5 minutes / phone if possible)

[@HansJoachim-r3c]

Thank you, very helpful video, beside metal I would like to engrave india rubber for stemps etc. Is this possible with one of the models? Best regards H.J.

[@Bobdach]

Good question.

[@cerihardman2372]

Do you know is this laser would be capable of adding foil to the engraving?

[@olnaalexis8955]

Can LP3 engraved Sunglasses?

[@acecrowncat1439]

Thank you for good video sir

[@JRspeaking]

Can these engrave glass?

[@mikesmith5638]

Can the laser pecker 2 engrave a stainless steel spade or similar items?

[@JamesBiggar]

It can etch stainless steel, no other metals.

[@mikesmith5638]

Will the laserpecker 2 clean old coins not valuable?

[@JamesBiggar]

No, you would need a fiber laser. Check out my LP5 review

[@Gymshaid]

Hi, I am wondering how this will do with longer designs all the way around a tumbler that does not have the same width from top to bottom.

[@JamesBiggar]

Should work fine as long as the surface isn't too curved. Surfaces with deep curves/contours require a laser with a motorized z axis to adjust the focal point accordingly as the laser moves. If the tumbler is just angled from top to bottom and the angle isn't too extreme and the surface is reasonably straight, then just use the tail stock for the chuck rotary attachment to angle the smaller end higher so that the top side is parallel to the base and remains that way as the chuck spins. I can't recommend attempting it with the roller rotaries, though. Maybe wrap some rubber bands around the smaller end, but I've only etched straight objects on the rollers so I can't say how they would work. The chuck rotary works great, though.

[@lakeville1853]

I need to engrave my business website into metal shoehorns what would you recommend 2,3,or 4

[@JamesBiggar]

If you just need to mark metal then go with the LP3. If you want more versatility (dual lasers, more material choices) then the LP4 would work. If you want even more versatility and the ability to actually 3D engrave and cut metal instead of just etching and marking it, then check out their new LP5 dual fiber and diode laser: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gIXcc4aJl7ecjas

[@BelieveInTheLordJesus777]

Your coupon code doesn't work though :(

[@designbyeloine]

Is it possible to use this machine software with a Mac?

[@JamesBiggar]

Yes.

[@stuffrandom360]

how much noise and smoke does it produce in marking ? . i leave in a sharing room and dont have a workshop or something just a small place to keep the machine . is it advicable to have any of these machines in a sharing room ? will it disturb the other room mates ?

[@JamesBiggar]

You will need ventilation (use next to an open window with a small fan is fine) and they will produce noise. How much depends on the power level for the job and how hard the cooling fans need to work. The IR laser is the quietest. The diode laser in the LP4 is the loudest at max power. Expect anywhere from 40-70 db. They're not really loud, pretty tolerable imo but some people can be fussy and annoyed easily. You would probably need to work something out with your roommates when they're home even if they're generally decent people, just to say you did and avoid annoying someone on a bad day, or use it when they're not around.

[@stuffrandom360]

@@JamesBiggar thank you very much

[@TundeEszlari]

You are a very good KZbinr.

[@REDARO11]

do you think the laserpecker can engrave in a knife .... A2 Steel 60 HRC...? thank you in advance for your answer ..looking forward to your respose

[@JamesBiggar]

It can etch (score/mark) metal but doesn't engrave. Check out the fiber lasers on my channel for metal engraving options.

[@jpamaroautosales5463]

Can the LP 2 engrave letters into exhaust piping which is made of steel, but can be aluminized steel tubing, or stainless steel? I need an engraver that I can hold in various upward angles.

[@JamesBiggar]

Only stainless, and bare in mind that it only etches the surface, it doesn't engrave. Etching involves melting the surface just enough to cause a raised texture, while oxidizing it (which produces the color). Engraving is just as it sounds - removing material to create a groove. Since an exhaust pipe is prone to discoloring when it heats up for the same reason the laser would color it, anything you etch into it might disappear sooner than later, so I would opt for engraving instead of etching. For that you need a fiber laser, and there are portable fiber laser's available. I can't name them here for obvious reasons, but they shouldn't be too hard to find. These LP lasers are IR and blue diode.

[@UseMyFrame]

Which would you recommend (if any) for engraving eyeglasses?

[@JamesBiggar]

Depends on the type of laser you're using. The safety glasses need to be designed to block the wavelength of the laser. Every machine I have came with goggles for that particular laser.

[@UseMyFrame]

@@JamesBiggar Sorry, I mean to engrave the actual frame. Etch a logo on the side, etc. 😎

[@robbabcock_]

Great info, thanks!

[@leeisashade1934]

can either of these machines engrave glass or clear acrylic?

[@JamesBiggar]

If you colour the surface of the glass or acrylic first (marker, paint, anything reasonably dark and easy to remove). Otherwise, you'll need a CO2 laser.

[@leeisashade1934]

@@JamesBiggar thanks so much that is information that I really needed. I appreciate your response.

[@cj1871]

By what factor are speeding up the video?

[@bkakar]

I have perfume making hobby, I need to engrave the perfume bottles, which one will you recommend? Thanks

[@aldomedina7999]

All will work

[@Neutrumis]

В видео не сказано что вторая версия может работать портативно от повербанка. При этом, краем глаза видел что и 3 и четвёртый так же могут работать от повербанка, но вот эту информацию надо проверять. Не ясно поддерживают ли данные граверы сторонние приложения.

[@DD-DD-DD]

Admit it, you just wanted to make this video so you could say "pecker" four dozen times in a video and not get demonitized. 🤣🤣

[@JamesBiggar]

LOL

[@derekrandles3523]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@cesardavalos8155]

Does the LaserPecker 4 is able to engrave Gold, Silver and Steel?

[@JamesBiggar]

Yes, using the IR laser. The LP3 can do it as well (same laser type)

[@christianvoss8614]

Can it cut through thin aluminium plates?

[@JamesBiggar]

No, but the LP5 can: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gIXcc4aJl7ecjas

[@christianvoss8614]

@ awesome! Thank you 🙏

[@jims7194]

So, these are actually laser etchers, not actually depth engraving. Are these able to have any depth in the etching process?

[@JamesBiggar]

The IR laser etches (ie scores/discolors) metal and plastics. The diode laser engraves wood, leather, stone, and other natural/organic materials (ie remove material), and etches stainless steel but does not work on any other metal without marking agents. LP2 is diode, LP3 is IR, LP4 has both. If you want to do 2.5D or 3D engraving in metal, check out my channel for other galvo fiber laser options that do exactly that. The takeaway is that there are different laser types and they're all unique in what materials they can work and how.

[@Suelimachado7]

can you cut paper?

[@chrisperrywv]

Why do I want one of these so bad? I’m so glad they aren’t impulse buy priced. Haha.

[@michaelroberts6534]

Can you engrave glass with any of these?

[@aldomedina7999]

Yess all of them

[@michaelroberts6534]

@@aldomedina7999 thank you! I want to try that one day

[@craiglawson9582]

James, Wonderful video with great examples. Awesome job with your video shooting and narration of the process. Again, great job. Were there any problems with what file extensions the machines accepted ? Thank you

[@JamesBiggar]

Thanks. The mobile app is limited to jpg, png, svg, and g-code, but the PC software accepts a lot more including bmp, svc, dwc, dxf, etc.

[@ocho7011]

what about carbon fiber?

[@shanejones-s1c]

Will it engrave on stone surfaces ?

[@JamesBiggar]

They can all engrave different stones, but not all. Different types of lasers can engrave some similar materials, but each can engrave materials that the other can't. Check out the video to learn which one is best for your needs and budget.

[@citizen1032]

Can the LP2 Engrave gold and precious metals? thx

[@JamesBiggar]

No. Only the LP3 and LP4 can etch all metals because they have an IR laser. The LP2 only has a blue diode laser. The only metal that diode lasers can etch is stainless steel.

[@SylvainSybaris]

I want to engrave blank metal coins (Silver Dollar size) with STATE names, so being a coin, the text will need to have a "CURVE" instead of just a straight line.... Do any of these machines do this???

[@JamesBiggar]

The software does. As easy as creating curved text in Paint or Microsoft Word.

[@jakesmith-bs4jd]

Can any of them cut through metal?

[@JamesBiggar]

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[@mariobotero1667]

good video tx

[@davidnielsen2383]

can i engrave a animal horn with a curve?

[@MsCasio88]

I was wandering if it could cut glass, such as holes in it. 1-2 mm thick?

[@widaalt]

i wanna hire someone who can do the stuff you do but idk what you are called

[@JamesBiggar]

Technically I'm a carpenter (certified), but if we're talking about everything that I feature on the channel then I guess a more general term would be a fabricator or maker/builder.

[@xronos39]

Спасибо за обзор

[@yangsfamily3044]

Can you tell me how much is machine?

[@babayan7753]

j'ai acheter le LP2 il ne vaut pas d'la marde sur le métal comme la plaque d'armé mais sur les petites carte d'affaire en métal aluminium c pas pire

[@hrville1030]

Laser pointer 4. How to engrave drinking glasses, china?

[@danielmaier8299]

Laserpecker's support is a disaster. They try at all costs to prevent the laser from being replaced. It is clear that the laser for metals has a massive loss of power. They ask stupid question after stupid question, which involves an enormous amount of effort and ultimately leads to nothing. Never again Laserpecker - never again. Worst support in the world. I wouldn't be surprised if this post disappears quickly.

[@TrackTimeThai]

Hello ..you think this could be used for engraving jewelry like bracelets and rings..?