Omtech laser model comparison

[@acdii]

I have the Yellow and Black one, got it in 2019 and in my basement. Converting to auto focus/Z axis control is difficult due to the belting system, which I am still working a solution to. You can't find the Y&B anymore, but I feel it was worth every penny I paid for it. I even made a matching workbench/tool cabinet to it. One thing you didn't mention is the true wattage. The 60 watt is actually a 50 watt continuous, 60 watt peak, and the 100 Watt is 90 watt continuous, 100 watt peak. If you want 60 or 100 watt continuous, you need to replace the tube and in some cases the power supply. If you don't dial down the peak power, the tubes wont last long. To find the true wattage, measure the length and diameter of the tubes and use online charts. One other thing, that 100 watt looks a LOT like the Mira 9, but I'll bet it is NOT a $12K laser.

[@deidramclaughlin5172]

So helpful!! Just ordered my 60 watt today!

[@BeardedBuildsCo]

Congrats!!!

[@Rowena24]

Does it come with everything to be able to use right away after receiving the laser? Looking at getting the 60w.

[@marcusmorgan1419]

I am looking at a. Omtech 1630 auto focus model, still on the fence though after reading and researching for the past week I am finding out different manufacturers recommend between 70 and 80 percent of max power during use to keep the tube alive longer, so at 70 percent power it turns a 70 watt into a 50 basically, did you step up to the 100 watt because you found your 60 watt didn't have enough power or to speed up your work?? This would be my first laser and I don't want to find out i should have spent a little more money up front on a larger laser, I am.just a hobby machinist these days since retirement and enjoy my time in the shop tinkering, I would be using the laser for personal projects, not for a business. Any thoughts would be appreciated

[@mike_hads]

I'm looking to get a laser, doing lot's of research. I've read a lot of bad reviews about Chinese lasers you 2 of them and you make them sound like a really good one. I have been looking at the omtech one's they look like a good one to get

[@BeardedBuildsCo]

I have been really happy with mine! They take a little work to get set up but they are totally worth the price point.

[@bigfranksworld]

As of today, 10/21/23, it looks like the removable base only comes with the auto focus machines. Can you confirm that? I am getting ready to order a machine, and while I think AF would be nice, the removable base raises it up so it's workable standing. Really, the base is what I would be sold on, as I'm tall and otherwise would have to build a base for the laser. Also, how long have you had your lasers, and what kind of issues if any have you had? It's pretty hard to get a hold of OMtech to ask and questions.

[@BeardedBuildsCo]

Yes the AF machine in a 2028 have the removable base. It’s pretty noticeable when you see the pictures of the machines. I have three omtech lasers and the oldest is 4 years old. Have you joined the Omtech Facebook group that I manage? facebook.com/groups/1364016877267714/?ref=share_group_link Make sure to save some money with my coupon/affiliate code BEARDEDBUILDS5OFF

[@jackschneider8996]

Would you recommend the 100 watt blue omtech as a starter laser ? Has it been reliable ? Also does it have hybrid motors?

[@rebekahmorris8723]

So I’m looking at buying either the 60W or 80W from Omtech. My question is is there a huge difference in speed between the two? I’m using them to engrave ceramic tile and the issue I’m running into with my current one (30W different brand) is that it’s not engraving evenly and the right side of the engraving ends up lighter than the left. So I’m trying to upgrade to one that does a dark, even engraving on tile. Which do you recommend? Also, my office where I have my current machine is in my house. How hard is it to move into the house for setup? Will it even fit lol? And how heavy is it? I tried to look on the website for guidance but it didn’t share the weight of the machine from what o saw anyways. Thank you!

[@turboflush]

My Redsail actually fit through my front door with .5 inch to spare. Without removing base or rotating it. Most the time.. Remove base, put on its back and slide it in. Furniture dollies help. They are all about 250lb.

[@derekcavan6000]

Hey there from Ireland! Enjoying your videos a lot. They are extremely informative. I am in the process of setting up a shop and intend on doing personalised gifts for a broad range of areas. I will though be doing mug, glass and tumbler engraving. I note with interest the remark you made (@ 3:25) regarding the tray bottoming out when using a rotary. Is this a design flaw with this particular model as I will need a stress free easy way to be able to switch to a rotary to do these products. This machine seems like it would make the process extremely inefficient for a shop. Can you elaborate or give me a suggestion for a machine that would handle this task better? As it will be a store, I am prepared to ammend my budget to accommodate the best machine to do all jobs, from flat material to drinkware. I appreciate your time on this question.

[@blanchesigns93]

I purchased the same 100watt model. Do you know how to lower the laser bed frame? When I received my machine, it was not connected and just resting on the bottom of the machine. Thanks for all your videos very helpful!

[@BeardedBuildsCo]

On the controller you press the z/u button and then use the left and right arrows for the bed to go up and down. Then ESC to go back to normal operation.

[@schlotdoglaser]

Thanks, Bearded one. How has OmTech support been?. Was the beam aligned out of the box?. I have a regular entry-level K40 and am familair with aligning the pain in the butt mirrors. I blew the tube and replaced it with one from OmTech. They did have amazing customer service and I like the fact that they are in California as I am too (I am in NorCal (Roseville area).

[@BeardedBuildsCo]

I have had good experiences with them but haven’t needed much.

[@turboflush]

I have siemens outlets on my redsail. We will see if they fail. If i have problems.. I will change them out. But i have more faith in a brand name. The omtech and the USB ( replica of omtech) are pretty well built. The no name ones on ebay.. Just closing the back lid can mess up mirror cal.

[@Heimwerkerbienchen]

I got an 80 W last week, it's from Omtech, but unfortunately the water pipe sucks and the water drops out of it 🙄 so, still no lasering so far, I will repair it maybe on Friday.

[@avilla7934]

How is your laser working now?

[@Heimwerkerbienchen]

@@avilla7934 it is working, but I haven't had the time to find the right focus point and the best settings.

[@TheDwilliams1000]

I would like to get a newer 100w but I wish I could fit it through a door. I have a 1 car garage and not sure if I wanna put my machine out there

[@Matt-io8er]

Can you compare cutting speeds? What is you’re 60 watts speed a percentage at vs the 100?

[@IntentionalGains]

Thanks for sharing this. I've been interested in how these work and this video has helped to establish a sort of familiarity. Subscribed and looking to you as an expert on things laser engraving. Keep it up!

[@BeardedBuildsCo]

Thank you sir!

[@dacheonpennington4968]

My wife and I are debating on which model to purchase. I’m leaning more on 100 watts she is thinking 50watts . Wanting to do wooden plaques, tumblers , coasters, acrylic , noodle boards, and hopefully cutouts / signs. Any insight is helpful thanks

[@BeardedBuildsCo]

Really is comes down to a couple things. Where will you put it and how big are the projects you want to make?

[@serge312]

Thank you for the video. About the blue/grey 100w machine, let's say you need to pass it through a 32" wide door, do you think you could easily separate the top part from the bottom part so you could put it on its side and pass through a door ? Thank you !! Very helpfull video.

[@TheRealFourFifths]

Good question the yellow one measures 27in and that thing looks wayyyy bigger 😂

[@TheRealFourFifths]

Also thats what she said 😂

[@tecisme4753]

Good info. I’m researching to purchase one. My obstacle is getting it to my basement. Does the 100w separate from its base?

[@BeardedBuildsCo]

The 100watt red and black model with the 28x20 bed does but not the square blue models.

[@BeardedBuildsCo]

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[@humbertomedina4231]

Any chance you know how to replace the glide bearing blocks on these(red and Black) laser engravers and which ones are the replacements? I have one that is faulty on my machine but a bit scared to take apart with out having a solution gameplay in place. Thanks

[@overlycranked8674]

( 7:00 ) Is the Laser tube generic or famous name brand? Thank you for this detailed show n tell video BTW. I learned a lot.

[@bradleyjohnson452]

Great video. Its always good to have a side by side comparison. I have been looking at the OMTech brand laser for a couple of months. What are the limitations of the 60watt laser besides cutting size? Did you buy a 100watt just for a larger cutting bed or does it allow for different material? Do you find that you use the 60w for thinner material or is it more precise? Perhaps this is another video.

[@BeardedBuildsCo]

Cut area and being able to cut fast has been the biggest reason for the 100w purchase. It will cut thicker materials easier as well. I will most likely keep the 60w set up to run tumblers and the 100w will do most of the cutting.

[@CREATEwithJAY.]

Can you please share your thoughts on the 2in1 80W OMTech laser? I am especially interested in if the two laser heads can work together on one cut, or if they work in parallel so that you can only have them do the exact same movements at the same time. - Thanks

[@BeardedBuildsCo]

They work in parallel. They will run the same project on both sides of the laser.

[@blewprent]

I went to find the video where you upgraded the air assist on the 100w Blue machine, but found that you were a actually changing it on the yellow machine instead of the 100w blue machine. 😭 What happened there?

[@BeardedBuildsCo]

It’s the same procedure

[@marctappa3971]

What model is the 100 watt? Is it an af2440? If so is there ANY way to get it through a standard 36 in door?

[@BeardedBuildsCo]

It will be tight but if you take off the casters and all the lights and buttons off the top it will get it down to about 34 1/4” tall. Turn it on to its back and squeeze it through. That being said if you have more than one door to go through it is going to be a struggle.

[@blewprent]

Is it true that the higher watts dont engrave well (80-100)? I want to cut and engrave quarter inch acrylic.

[@BeardedBuildsCo]

My 100w does just fine for what I need.

[@uniquelazerdesigns]

Does the 80w dual laser 24x40 bed have pass through

[@jrbling25]

Thanks for the vid! any experience with the 80w?

[@BeardedBuildsCo]

Which 80w? The 80w red and black is the same set up and my 60w and the 80w blue is the same set up as my 100watt.

[@jrbling25]

@@BeardedBuildsCo Yes you're right - actually about that, are there any build\design differences between red\black vs blue, aside from bed size and motorized -z options? in general im leaning towards an 80 watt red and black, someone else had told me they recently replaced some switches and proximity sensor, not clear if that was due to failure of some sort.

[@BeardedBuildsCo]

Those are the real differences

[@thogg4]

Lots of use on that 60w. What are you cutting on that one?

[@BeardedBuildsCo]

Cutting mainly 1/8” Baltic birch but with the higher power I will be able to tackle thicker materials and free up the other machine to focus on tumblers.

[@johnprzybysz3845]

Can you tell me where you got that inline fan? I am looking at the 55w machine to cut/engrave 1/8" MDF and acrylic. Do you think that is powerful enough? Thank you for any help you can offer.

[@BeardedBuildsCo]

Yeah you can do the with the 55w no problem. It just stocked too. omtechlaser.com/collections/co2-cabinet-laser-engravers/products/55w-usb-6b46-us?ref=jnnfdsk4edqe I have couple fan options in my affiliate store. Amazon.com/shop/beardedbuildsco

[@johnprzybysz3845]

@@BeardedBuildsCo I need to cut small holes maybe as small as 1/32" adjusting for the kerf, are these machines accurate enough to do that. I am currently using auto cad to do my designs. I have played with light burn but do not have more than a hour or 2 on it my hope is to make my templates on lightburn and eliminate cad altogether.

[@BeardedBuildsCo]

Yes you would be able to do this. You would jut need to make adjustments to compensate for the kerf.

[@johnprzybysz3845]

Thank you very much.

[@BeardedBuildsCo]

You’re welcome!

[@checkshirtjoinery5372]

Aww I was really hoping it was comparison between what each one can do, I have a 60 and I'm getting a 100 on the 28th, But nice video all the same.

[@BeardedBuildsCo]

The 100w will do all the same things but cuts are way faster!

[@checkshirtjoinery5372]

@@BeardedBuildsCo that's fair, I was more thinking about the depth of cut on materials, but I guess I will find out on the 28th 🤣

[@BeardedBuildsCo]

I do 1/2” mdf often on the 100w

[@checkshirtjoinery5372]

@@BeardedBuildsCo that's exciting

[@MattStehouwer]

Thank you. very helpful

[@BeardedBuildsCo]

Glad I could help!

[@angelacole2713]

Do you recommend getting auto focus?

[@BeardedBuildsCo]

Since this video I have stopped using auto focus on my 100w. To each there own but for me it just gets in the way.

[@angelacole2713]

Thank you!

[@MrBrettStar]

Man the omtech versions look great. It’s such a shame that we can’t get in Australia. The website makes it so easy to know what you are getting and has heaps of accessories

[@uddhabpuri1263]

Brand and the model of 100 w laser cutting machine

[@chandrumobileskudurchandru6437]

Sir kannada language vedeo send price 60 watt 80 watte 100 wattas

[@richardmayer373]

What is the fan you use for your 100w machine?

[@BeardedBuildsCo]

I have two options linked in my affiliate store. amazon.com/shop/beardedbuildsco