Someone finally did it- Acmer P3 2 in 1

[@acmerlaser]

Your video is incredibly impressive. Thank you for your attention and love for ACMER.

[@TheClackShack]

I like the machine. Thanks

[@ToOldToDoThis]

Never realized that IR would do mirrors. Thanks for another very interesting and informed video.

[@TheClackShack]

Flip the image and come in from back.

[@RoseKindred]

Good call on the vent diffusers. When I saw them at the start I was thinking the same thing. Allows airflow and protection.

[@TheClackShack]

It may never be an issue at that angle but the fix was too easy to chance it.

[@wolfpack72]

Will you be doing a video using the Acmer with a roller attachment for engraving tumblers? It’d be cool if you did

[@TheClackShack]

May

[@PandorusFightStick]

Glad i waited for a diode laser some innovative products coming out. i am really interested in the Tyvok Spider S1!!

[@TheClackShack]

They are constantly evolving.

[@nathanwolf5547]

It would be good if Acmer did make that change with the casing. Any light leak is dangerous. I’m sure they will be cool about it.its a machine I was looking to buy this week with the 48w head.

[@TheClackShack]

They seem receptive about correcting it.

[@merrillalbury8214]

Nice to have air assist for both diode and IR. Not true on other fiber and IR lasers.

[@TheClackShack]

True..

[@naterife8871]

Interesting laser. Thanks for sharing. Have a Great day. God Bless.

[@TheClackShack]

Thanks.. it is a cool build

[@Kobe0602]

Thanks for sharing this great video😀

[@TheClackShack]

Very welcome, I like the machine.

[@chrisoliver3851]

How well do you think this laser would do engraving on black acrylic getting that "white engraved lettering" like pet memorials? Or portraits?

[@TheClackShack]

I haven't tested it a lot yet but it should do as well as any 2 watt.

[@merrillalbury8214]

I think I would put the laser light Shields on the outside vs inside of enclosure.

[@TheClackShack]

Looks cleaner inside and was easier to align. Personal preference

[@rikujkoivisto]

Hi! First, thank you for awesome videos! Where did you buy that laser safety glass windows for your big box you have? I cannot find those anywhere.. Please help me!!

[@TheClackShack]

I used 2 sheets, it was a little cheaper when I got mine. jtechphotonics.com/?product=445nm-laser-shielding-24-x-12

[@chrisoliver3851]

How about customer service? Do they have a help center here in the US?

[@TheClackShack]

I doubt they have help in the US, I am not aware of any diode companies that do.

[@annettem4672]

@@chrisoliver3851 customer service is lacking. They are 13 hours ahead of central time and English is not

[@TymMontgomery]

Love your videos!! I have recently started my own wood working business. I have the Shapeoko 5 pro CNC and looking into adding a laser to my arsenal what do you consider the best all around laser machine? I don’t want to buy one and wish I had went with a step up soon after getting it. I would like to do wood, tumblers and other engravings. Thank you in advance for your input and keep up the good work.

[@TheClackShack]

The biggest variable is the work area. They range widely. The Roly MK2 is a good all round machine if you want it enclosed. The work area is the only limitation. I love my Atomstack machines but I build my own enclosures.

[@TymMontgomery]

@@TheClackShack I have the work area. I would like for it to be enclosed so I don’t have to make an enclosure but not a deal breaker. If you had to buy one machine that can do the most which would it be. I’m drowning in research and reviews and you have tested several and do awesome work so your opinion weighs a lot. Thanks again for quick response!!!!

[@TheClackShack]

@@TymMontgomery by work area, I mean how by you are gonna be engraving. The machines vary in size

[@MSManuel-61]

Great video. I'm seriously considering the P3 with the 2 in 1 though most of what I would engrave is wood. You mentioned that the head had to be pretty close to the surface of the engraving. Do you think it would be able to engrave inside a 1/4 to 1/2 inch deep recess like on a tray and still get close to the edge without hitting?

[@TheClackShack]

If you use current position. Not many machines are gonna have 1/2 inch clearance. That is more of a job for a galvo

[@MSManuel-61]

@@TheClackShack Thanks that's good to know. Do you know what the maximum z-axis height is for engraving on the P3. For instance, could I engrave on 2" thick material?

[@daynamacel4080]

I would like to see what the IR does to brass engraving. So does this machine come in a 24 diode and the IR together or 48 diode and IR?

[@TheClackShack]

It can engrave brass, it makes a grey to black engrave. To get a combo module, it is 10 & 2. The 24 and 48 are not combo modules. You could swap the module out and have a 24 or 48 also.

[@daynamacel4080]

@@TheClackShack Thanks , I am really wanting to do some brass without using marking spray.

[@MSManuel-61]

Happy New Year, Not sure if you're still monitoring comments on this video, but I'm hoping you might be able to help me with some setup on the P3 2 in 1. After watching this review, I ran a test on some anodized aluminum cards with settings of 300, 400, 500 and 600 mm/s and power of 60, 70, 80, 90, and 100 with an interval of .051 with the IR laser. My card was pretty much unmarked. I could barely make out the engraving where I noticed your example showed a nice white engraving. Is there something simple I might be missing in setting this up? Thanks for any suggestions you might have.

[@TheClackShack]

Were you using the IR beam? Also, make sure focus is correct. i run 100% power. Not all cards are the same but it should work if they are anodized.

[@MSManuel-61]

@@TheClackShack I am using the IR beam. I set the focus with the lever on the side of the laser module. I also checked my orders from Amazon and it says the cards are anodized. I've had no issues engraving wood with the diode I was even able to cut out some ornaments using settings from one of your videos. Just the IR seems to be giving me problems. Back to the drawing board I guess. Thanks.

[@TheClackShack]

@@MSManuel-61 does the light on the module turn red when you flip the switch on the module?

[@MSManuel-61]

@@TheClackShack Yes, the light is turning red when I switch to the IR

[@TheClackShack]

@ maybe just go slower.

[@Bespokelasers]

Thanks for a good review of the Acemer. I wonder if you have knowledge of a program to convert .xcs files to svg files? Thanks in advance for your help. I find your contact both entertaining and most importantly a wonderful source of knowledge.

[@TheClackShack]

Thanks. Yes, XCS will export as an SVG.

[@shawnm4718]

So I’m curious, would you rather have this p3 dual laser over the atomstack a12 or a24 for a portable laser for shows to just engrave with? I know you had mentioned you use the atomstack now as your portable set up. I do a lot of aluminum signs and the ir is interesting. Thanks for the video

[@TheClackShack]

The dual laser module is good for engraving, the 24 watt is a bit faster on wood. If I had a 24 watt and the 2 in 1, that would be sweet. For cutting, I would get a 48 watt to slap on there.

[@sphinxx1]

Now, comparing this machine against the roly mk2, which one is better in your opinion.?

[@TheClackShack]

The Roly doesn’t have the IR laser built in. They both are capable of very similar results, the Roly is built a little stronger. As always, usage will dictate which one is better for each situation.

[@merrillalbury8214]

Can you engrave brass coins?

[@TheClackShack]

Yes, 1064 is fiber

[@nathanwolf5547]

Dave, do you think there comes a point where we are better off with lower power lasers? The chance to have 60 and 70 watt units is tempting but the reviews I’ve seen for those have involved a lot of burned items.

[@TheClackShack]

They have their place. The less powered machines slow down production on cutting jobs. I like having multiple options.

[@miabettano]

Can you tell me David, how do you get to get free stuff all the time?

[@TheClackShack]

Work hard, usually about 16 hours a day for about 3 years and hope that God decides he wants you to have fun with your hobby after retirement.

[@markmoulin41]

Cost

[@TheClackShack]

Link in description.

[@drkline69]

Unfortunately in order to get the combo head you can only get a 10W diode. They do have a 24/48watt head but it doesn't offer the IR. So basically the combo head is the same thing that the xTool F1 has in it. Bigger but not as fast as the F1.

[@TheClackShack]

Yes, they do offer the larger modules as a quick swap. It is a different animal than the galvo machines.

[@torowazup1]

👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼😎

[@TheClackShack]

Thanks