Should You Get a Fiber Laser?

Let's check out the EM-Smart Basic 2 a 25 Watt fiber machine. We break down how fiber lasers work in general as well as what makes them stand a part from other types of lasers.
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[@Laura-lc7sw]

The attraction of fibre lasers can be understood more fully when you take into consideration their operation and additional advantages over other kinds of lasers. But having used the Monport Laser myself for a few months now with no problems, I can say with confidence that it represents an exceptionally high standard of laser engraving performance. It stands out for its accuracy, dependability, and simplicity of use, making it a vital tool for any engraving project.

[@malakiblunt]

The cable is not why there called fiber lasers, rather it's the coil of optical fibre inside the machine, that stores the output from multiple diodes, and then realeses it in a pulse (which then travels down the external cable)

[@ricklaser2846]

Nice Video! Take care, laser is addiction! I got two fiber marking machines; a 50W to normal marking and medium deep marking, and a 100W to deep making and cutting .

[@kaelumhasler3715]

Great work!

[@schalgu]

On their website they state that the non MOPA ones are MAX lasersources, while the MOPA types have JPT sources, they also sell lenses where you can change your working area up to 150mmx150mm or down to 70mmx70mm

[@makeorbreakshop]

I must have missed the MAX lasersource, I know the MOPA is JPT which is great but didn't find info on this one.

[@schalgu]

@@makeorbreakshop it is shown in the comparison tables when you scroll down on the models pages.

[@klave8511]

The fibre laser frequency is the rate at which it fires light pulses at the target. The speed is the speed at which it moves linearly so if you move fast and the frequency is low, you will see a series of dots. This is also the reason why you can mark metals, there is so much power in that single pulse, much less than 1 microsecond long, that the metal is ablated. Average power might sound low but those pulses are supplying a large fraction of, for example, 1 milli Joule in 100 nanoseconds, the instantaneous power is = energy / time, or 10 kilo Watt.

[@TheLumberJacked]

Great post thank you. That was helpful to read.

[@BoBo-SpackleMunkey]

I'm getting one for my new shop!

[@Aisha-er5jx]

Hello, do you need a laser marking machine? Our company specializes in this type of product. If you need it, you can reply to me. Thank you.

[@Golfexpertbelieveme]

Maybe I’m just not seeing it but do you have a video talking about the differences between a fiber and a UV?

[@H2Dwoat]

Hi, very useful and informative 👍. Can you tell me how much material is removed during the process? I’m thinking of brass, could it be used to create a wood brand, perhaps with multiple/many passes.

[@makeorbreakshop]

Great question, I don't think something at this power could give you a deep enough engrave to make a stamp. typically thats going to need a CNC router to get deeper in metal.

[@H2Dwoat]

@@makeorbreakshop hi, thanks for getting back to. I’ve been considering a cnc but was thinking the laser could give a finer resolution for smaller brands.

[@EM-Smart-Laser]

Hi, this is a stamp made by our 20w laser: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fJu2q6lplph1e7c Hope this helps you. :)

[@brainfarth]

FYI: you can etch stainless with metal marking spray ( we do it at work every day ) on an CO2 machine. But the cans we buy run almost $100 each.

[@info4750]

What is the best laser machine for cutting metal like silver, stainless steel and gold. Just want make name tags like neckless. Please advise.

[@zouchley]

Does this laser produce fumes? Are there any issues with running it indoors? Thanks for the great videos.

[@genaugmen4505]

Yes, it produces fumes and smoke.

[@kait1952]

I just bought the xTool F1 because I want to engrave stainless steel and brass. Does that mean I can do neither with it and need a fiber laser instead?

[@krisknowlton5935]

I have been able to laser directly onto stainless steel with my blue diode laser. However it won't engrave or mark on any other type of metal.

[@pauls.5815]

You said 8000mm/sec for both, what did you actually mean? 8000mm/sec and 8000mm/min?

[@johna2076]

In these videos on different machines you barely show the actual results of any engraving. No comparisons to other machines output, no closeups, dim and blurry shots, no common objects like a pencil or ruler next to the engraving for scale, no side by side comparisons to commercial products with engraving, no comparisons to the same engraving printed with a office laser printer. The manufacturers web sites also don't generally show anything with any detail. I can only conclude these non-industrial laser engraving machines in general don't do a good job. I think anybody shopping for any laser engraver should see results in person with the products they want to engrave.

[@henrymach]

The only thing that has prevented me so far from getting one is the price...

[@nymolabs]

Hi, we have been following your KZbin channel and are impressed by your professionalism and creativity. We really enjoyed your unboxing video. NymoLabs is a new CNC brand and we hope to establish a cooperative relationship with you. Our channel has information about our machines. We hope to communicate with you further.

[@AntiVaganza]

I am sure there's a word for that very 2020 thing vloggers do where you signal the end of the video by blocking the lens with your hand. Now, the question is not what that word is, but can anyone please tell me when it will frikkin die out? Please find the place "hold my beer!" went to lie down and die. It was jarring the first time it happened and now, years later still is. And nah, it was never cool. Anyhow, thanks for the video.

[@craft340]

Do you know Any fiber machine that has a price around $1000?

[@wr6293]

When test’s / reviews are done and not shown in a long enough shot to have a better look at them there are only 3 reasons for it I can think of: 1) the producer does not know a thing about reviews should look like and what information are needed for the audience to get enough information to come to their own conclusion or 2) the test did not turn out great 3) it is not a review but a paid presentation of the unit (aka advertisement) and the host has been restricted in what can be shown and said with the aim not to harm the product

[@makeorbreakshop]

Usually I try to keep things pretty fast to not waste people's time. Metal engravings are a little unique because things like stainless and sometimes aluminum are pretty hard to show on camera because of the reflections. This wasn't a paid presentation, I mentioned that at the beginning. I appreciate the feedback though

[@wr6293]

@@makeorbreakshop Thank for your reply. If it can’t be shown on camera would a picture added during editing the video show it better? Then nanosecond that you presented them in the video caused my suspicion.

[@VinnysProjects]

I saw you hit Start in this video and not once did I see you with laser safety glasses on.

[@makeorbreakshop]

yeh good catch. I should have been wearing them and will mention the safety aspect next time.

[@w4bbitseezin]

1800 dollar laser that wont cut materials. im good

[@makeorbreakshop]

it's a different use case, i wouldn't get a machine like this if you are looking to cut, but if you need to mark on items and do a bunch of them this is going to do amazing.

[@sidehop]

Wrong application. MOPA is a marker. Not a cutter. Fiber laser cutter will set you back $50K to start. CO2 cannot engrave anywhere fast as MOPA laser marker/engraving. Though engraving and marking space becomes limited with these desktop marker.

[@AntiVaganza]

They aren't meant to cut. And often they are actually called marking lasers. So, there's that.