OMTech Polar Desktop Laser SetUp: Is It Worth The Money?
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- Опубликовано: 8 дек 2022
- In this video, we'll be taking a look at the OMTech Polar Desktop Laser SetUp and whether or not it's worth the money.
This laser set up is a great option if you're looking for a high-quality desktop laser engraver. We'll be taking a look at the features of the laser and whether or not it's worth the money. After watching this video, you'll know whether or not to buy the OMTech Polar Desktop Laser SetUp!
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Boy I got lost with the camera stuff. Between you both you got it. You guys are always entertaining. Have a great weekend.
I ordered one 3 weeks ago. Waiting for delivery. Can’t wait!
very good open and true set up and demo!!!
I was eyeing this when it was released, but it's sooooo huge!!
Thanks for the info. I can now make a better informed decission
Great video! This was very helpful! My Polar laser should be arriving any day and this is great! Thanks!😄
Best of luck!
This was a very good video! I want to get one of these lasers! I hate my Glowforge
Awesome video! Can you remove the floor of the machine to fit in bigger objects?
I love your video! I’m really looking into purchasing one of these but to keep in my workshop inside my home. What fume extractor do you recommend?
Hey awesome video. Question, do you need to align the mirrors in this one eventually or not at all?
I love mine! And I’ve learned sooo much!!
Yes! I would love to see videos about how to market products and build a profitable business ❤
Nice new tool! Question, when you ran the test card, how did you know what settings to put in?
Hey guys awesome video, I just purchased one! Could you do a video on laser safety? Should I be wearing safety glasses? Do i have to wear them when looking through the lid of the engraver? Is it possible for the radiation to reflect out of the laser engraver?
be great to see some videos with the upgraded APC LensPro for Omtech Polar using all lenses for focal distance setup. The test file you provide doesn't seem to mark in places at all? not sure why. to cut 3mm bass wood I'm having to use 20/60! Your videos are so easy to listen to and great guides! keep up the great work.
For the engraving settings you changed, can you show what box you changed to what? I’d like to try this.
Thank you for your video-I must have played it 10 times during setup. Im disappointed in my machine--the power key and back switch are useless and it stays on when I turn the key off, and if the switch on the back is off....not good. Also, the air assist isn't working out of the box-the fan isn't turning at all :(
Hello, can you describe how the machine measures or does the focus length, is it manual using a tool or do you input the material thickness? I currently have the Longer Ray5 10w. The focus adjustment is a pain. Thinking of upgrading, thank you both
Ive been eyeing this laser! Will you PLEASE PLEASE do a video on the passthrough.
I concur, the passthrough feature is one I need on a laser, so that would be a great help to see in action.
Hey Garrett… we’ve seen the 80 watt and Polar Omtech!!! Can we see the production line of Cam 5s??? Please
Is this easier to clean versus the glowforge. Meaning like the air assist and such.
Great Video. Are there any followup videos now that it's been a year? I liked to see your thoughts after using it for a year. Thanks
Great review! Did the mirrors come aligned from the factory?
I love the parents code. Once you start to see it, it just flows one word after another. If I'm not mistaken is that from Friday?
Hey, I just received this laser and set up today what’s the best settings for engraving a silicone watch band I’m new to the laser world also I’m using 3mm basswood sample to cut a Watch jig what settings would you prefer?
I just got a polar 350. Can you please tell me what settings you used (speed, power and DPI) when you ran your material test card. When I ran one, I only got 2 of the circles to cut all the way threw.
Would you recommend this laser for a newbie just getting started I have looked at all of your videos about the glow forge, and this one here is more affordable for me but also the features are almost like the glow forge. Since I am a newbie, I’m hesitant of going on up to the thunder laser, it’s such a bigger machine. Thank you for your comments. I hope y’all have a wonderful, blessed day.
We just did a video last Friday where we do a comparison. I think that might answer some of your questions. It depends on what you plan to do with the laser, but we talk about that in last week's video.
Seems better than a glowforge for less money than a glowforge.🤪
My mane focus is want to cut clear acrylic, how bad is the smell, and usage
What do you recommend glowforge plus or omtech polar?
Note: 5:09... You may not have noticed anywhere else, but when you buy this device, it doesn't come with software necessary to operate it. This offers versatility in that you don't end up paying for software you have, but if you don't have it, there's an extra $120 for software access on 2 computers ($30 per additional machine, though per OMTECH, you can email them to have a 3rd computer seat added for free) and 1 year of updates. Software continues to work after a year, but there is an additional fee to continue to get updates.
I didn't already own the software so I was quite displeased with this little tidbit as I found out after the fact. I thought that since the only thing offered with mine while purchasing was Lightburn training videos, that the software was included. Young me... so naive.
I am wanting to buy, but I have not fully made up my mind, I liked your video, will look for one with the rotary tool. Can you use a I-Pad or do you need a laptop?
Where do I find the dot pattern file to print?
What was the DPI originally before you changed it to 300??
Hi, a question: recharging or replace watercooling to omtech polar 350? Thanks
when trying to calibrate camera lens i don't show a camera lens to choose from other than my hp lens? How can I troubleshoot this and find the camera to calibrate? Thanks
Difference between this and the 60w that is the same price as this? I think its model mf1624 60watt.
I followed your video all the way through but my test cut is only marking some of the circles and none of the outlined letters and only part print on the other words? Please please can you help me!
I want one!!!
After I input my settings to do the alignment test to engrave the pattern the start/pause button turns red and nothing happens? Now what?
I had ordered one and just cancelled once I realized the pass through is nearly useless. For me, the pass through is important. I guess I will be saving longer for the Glowforge pro.
This looks fantastic for those who don’t need/want a usable pass through.
Yep, the pass through is useless. We have a video coming up and I point that out. It's 14" wide and just under 1/4" tall. I cannot get 1/4" MDF through the hole. My Honest Opinion... If you can operate this Polar laser, you can operate something bigger. Our 80w OMTech laser takes up 16" more that the Polar laser sitting on a table with the exhaust. Both use Lightburn software. They are the same width but the 80w is 16" deeper plus the water chiller. But the 80w has a 24" X 35" bed with a usable passthrough. ruclips.net/video/6rS5yTsjMNI/видео.html
This one is is just 5" bigger and under $3000 omtechlaser.com/collections/mid-range-co2-laser-engravers/products/55w-co2-laser-engraver-cutter-usb-6b46-us
Love the video...my wife currently has the xtool d1 10w. She is considering upgrading to the OMtech Polar...Do you think this is an appropriate upgrade or should she just go up to the 60 or 80W machine? Just wondering what your thoughts are about this.
did you guys buy it?
She ended up upgrading to the Xtool 40W...she thought it was a safer bet to stick with what she already had. @@Shiyacrafts
Once you put material in to cut. Does the camera just pick up the material and make sure where to center the image?
No, the camera is just to line up the material. You still need to know the focus height and settings for that material.
Might be kind of a dumb question for you, but if you were to get a laser engraver with the proper ventilation and enclosure for it, would I be able to leave it unattended in my garage while I work on other things inside? I would really like to get one of these but if I need to be present at all times it’s running I’m not sure it’s for me. I just can’t spend hours a day attending to it just to monitor it. Maybe I could install a smoke detector like you have? Please let me know your thoughts on this, thanks!
I got a baby monitor on amazon. I leave the camera pointed at my laser in the shop and bring the monitor inside with me so I can watch it.
Does this have a pass through and what can fit dimension wise?
It does have a pass through, but the width is 14 inches if I remember correctly, and Garrett mentioned in another video that he tried to get 1/4 in through there and it wouldn’t fit. I was so disappointed in that.
Thanks for the video! Do you have a link for the test card?
Ooops! I totally forgot to include the file. Thanks Dawn! ~garrett OMTech Lightburn Laser Test File: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0280/0012/4993/files/OMTech_LightBurn_Test_Card.zip?v=1649352074
@@KimandGarrettmakeit Thank you!
We have a glowforge now and looking for another desk top unit. What is the thickest plywood that you've cut so far?
The thickest we have cut some far is 1/4" MDF, but it went through like butter! ~garrett
@@KimandGarrettmakeit We'd really be interested in seeing how it would do on 3/8" plywood. If you ever try that....we'd LOVE to hear the results
Bought one refurbed off ebay; pretty amazing for price but has some defeinte quirks.
1. Camera was meh at best; went back to custom via pvc tubing rack. no more cal nightmares.
2. Engrave speed on x-axis is limited to 200mm/s or 12,000mm/m. Not sure why? This means if you set anything higher it makes no difference.
3. Engrave speed on y-axis is 500mm/s; almost seems like you'd get a 50% performance boost if you rotate prints?
Nice new toy, But I got lost with the camera stuff
Which one would you recommend? This omtech or the glowforge? Spec wise? I know about the price difference already!
Hey Kaiona! This Friday's video, we are doing a comparison of the Glowforge, OMTECH Polar, and the xTool D1 desktop lasers.
I cannot find the dot card file anywhere!
Any updates, Pros/Cons?
I just got mine in yesterday. I have everything hooked up but it still doesn't work. I can get it to frame but once I hit the start button, I get a red ring on the polar. Any ideas?
Did you figure this out?- I'm having the same problem.
Hi, can you help me to choose between polar and 50w omtech laser? I really don't know which one is better.
I want to know the answer to this too!! I’m trying to decide which is better-the 55 watt omtech has much bigger working area. But it’s also heavier and takes more space. But price is only $100 difference between 55 watt and chiller vs the polar. If I want to cut your door rounds they will not fit in the polar. Is this correct?
I am wanting something that will cut 1/4 inch wood without taking 3+ passes.
Thanks for another great training video. I have the Glowforge and X-tool and now I need to consider this one.
How can I get a link to the Lightburn test file?
Keep up the great work you two. “Sam” in TN
Ooops! I forgot to include the file. Thanks Sam! ~garrett Here it is! OMTech Lightburn Laser Test File: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0280/0012/4993/files/OMTech_LightBurn_Test_Card.zip?v=1649352074
The beginning of the end for glowforge
can we get a tutorial on how to connect it to wifi??? PLEASE!
Where do I get camera dot file
Does it have autofocus?
Can you tell me how wide the pass through is?
The pass through on the back is 14" wide and just shy of 1/4" tall.
Any difference between OMtech and Gweinke besides name?
From what we can tell.... the name. Thanks! ~garrett
The code in the back....I can't....😂💀
Can you cut into a zippo and have clean edges???
It won't cut it but it will engrave it nicely.
Would I be able to set this up in my basement? Or do I have to set up in the garage?
You can setup in your basement but you need to vent out a window. Depending on where you live, you will not want to leave it in the garage when it drops below freezing, the tube will crack.
@@gw1814 Thanks! Yes, it'll freeze in my garage! LOL
Glowforge's days are numbered with the release of this.
Did anyone else get the "pattern NOT found" when trying to capture dot pattern? And if so, how did you solve this problem?
That happened to us. We had to print the Dot Pattern the exact size, too big or too small and it wouldn't work.
@@KimandGarrettmakeit would you be able to provide the size measurements you guys used? Thank you so much for your response.
I find it disappointing when reviewers don't respond to questions.
We try to catch all the comments, but we get a lot of them daily. The best way to get a response on an older video like this one is to email us at support@kandgmakeit.com I looked for your other comment and I didn't see it. ~garrett
I'm only here to see when the Jazz moves are going to happen ⏳
🧡🧡🧡
Is there something wrong with their arms?
Not a parent but I think I cracked the code 😂
wish i could afford one of those, but 3000
Machine cuts with lasers and probably shouldn’t stick fingers in to check air flow.
So when you guys going to use the OmTech Polar?!
We have 10 videos planned!!!
@@KimandGarrettmakeit cool 😎👍
The exhaust system is inadequate. The omteCh engraver emits a strong odor and smoke during operation, creating an unpleasant working environment.
It's STUPID they don't provide the test print file and require you to print it out. That's just ridiculous.
You should have named him BRAD.
Lol Laura
Bit weird to claim the straps weren't secured, then to be corrected that they were in fact restrained by the feet... and then just chuckle. Maybe agree on the script before making the video?
Lol! We don't have a script! :)
I must express my disappointment with its overall performance. The machine's accuracy was subpar, resulting in inconsistent cuts and engravings. Additionally, the software was cumbersome to use, leading to frequent errors and wasted materials. The laser tube also required frequent replacement, adding to the overall cost of ownership.
Very poor, rude, and uninformed customer service. Do not purchase an OMTech Laser. Falling apart (literally) and it’s going to take “three days for a technician to call you back.” Spend your money elsewhere!
Thanks for another great training video. I have the Glowforge and X-tool and now I need to consider this one.
How can I get a link to the Lightburn test file?
Keep up the great work you two. “Sam” in TN
Which one do you use most between the two?
@@Jevpen787 the Xtool 10 watt because the Glowforge is web based and unfortunately Lightburn cannot be used.