As you may be able to tell, there is no discount coupon in the description of the video. I am sorry to say that this was now not possible due to some past error with coupons for this machine. However I did leave a link to gearbest where this laser is on sale for only $250 which is the BEST deal for the 20W version. Again I’m sorry there is no discount but definitely check out that other link:)
Love how casual you explain things and just try different things because this stuff can get confusing. I’m playing with my ortur laser master 2 20w as well
Your video was the most honest thing I've seen in ages. To the point, step-by-step, facts. You have the right mix for YT content. Keep it up! Love the video, create more!
was the focusing method used in the video correct? I have always seen the measuring spacer under the heat sync fins, NOT directly under the laser output.
Great video! I love that you explained things that even Ortur and Lightburn dont tell you about. The only question I have is, what is the interval (mm) settings for? I havent seen a video yet thst includes that setting for anything. Any help would be greatly greatly appreciated. Thanks!
Great job on your videos! You have a way of explaining that makes learning easy. I have the 15W small LM and it's a beast! I love it so much, I just bought the LM2 20W with the rotary attachment. Drag chains next. and an enclosure. (The small 15W enclosure is two wooden wine boxes glued together) Keep up the excellent videos! I learned a lot,
Go to Thingiverse & Search for the laser. There are allot of mods to 3d print to make it even better. Like air assist to help even more with cutting, Also a Z axis mount to let you raise & lower the laser for better focusing.
Using Ortur laser master 2 pro to make more wonderful crafts. We love to discover the unknown and try to develop our products to the next level with vitality and creativity.
U really can put it anywhere as long as u have ventilation. A lot of people build boxes for them and have a stubs hooked up to it that goes out a window for ventilation. So really anywhere will work
Cutting plastic makes toxic fumes. I would not put it in the house if you do that. Wood is ok in the house as its not much different than a fireplace. (Assuming your not using treated wood) Still use ventilation or your smoke detectors will go off.
Great video Badger! I really liked your thorough explanations. I am thinking to buy one to cut out paper shapes. Have you ever used it for cutting paper and if so, does it leave burn marks on the edges? Again, thanks for sharing your experience.
Thank you!! And yes I have! As long as you keep it on a low power and fast speed, it won’t leave burn marks! If you do end up buying one please use the link below to help support me channel!
Very good I liked the video and I have a question, is it normal that when you turn it on it makes a loud noise that makes the machine shake despite not using it?
Hi Thank you, for a great video, It’s. My first time using a laser,I have the same model as you ,but mine is a 15w, I am having trouble,,getting used to the setting, 😢I am trying to burn on to slate, with not much luck, but after watching your videos, I think I know were I am going wrong,, I am using max power all the time, but it’s not doing much, I get confused with , power, speed Etc, I shell persevere, 😊thanks again Neil
Hi, I bought this machine but I lost the little cylinder to focus the laser, can you tell me how long is this cylinder? so I can calculate the distance between the laser and the product to engrave. TIA
Got this machine yesterday. Never had a laser cutter before. but this was surprisingly easier to use. and thanks for the video, saved me a ton of time of finding the settings myself for cutting. And is that a CR10 3D printer? I am gonna buy a CR10 V2 within this month. But still skeptical because someone said it has locked firmware. :(
You are so COOL thank you great info And real time detail I'm in the UK so they have gone up in price and we don't get all the extras like laser adjustment bracket etc I was going to put one on a cr10 s5 but I think your right Please do more videos as you have got it 👍👍👍👍👍👍
you can get 2.7mm plywood from home depot for about 12 dollars. I have them cut it down so it fits in my car, usually 4 two foot pieces. A lot cheaper than the craft stores.
@@TimberWood.Customs I'm not sure what kind it is I don't think it was specified, maybe birch. But it is with the 4' by 8' sheets of plywood. They will cut it for you in any dimension you want. It's a good cheap way to practice on. They have higher quality sheets too for a bit more money.
Hi, I need some help, i have just purchased laser master 2s2, and set it up, the only trouble is the X-axis is not moving, I have checked the cables and when i home the y-axis moves but the x-axis does not, plus the laser GRBL shows an icon that says 'Alarm' can you help?
Dryer vent hose is cheap and can be used with a fan to direct air out. Changing speed and power can make it cut faster, and as you pointed out, higher power can burn out your laser faster.
@@TimberWood.Customs You can pick up an in line fan at Menards or Amazon. Cheapest I've found, so far: $19.49 at Amazon VIVOSUN 4 inch Inline Duct Fan, 6" is $24
Did you buy the laser master 2 pro? The amazon link you gave does not seem to have the fixed focus as in your video. Did you actually order from the same amazon link?
Yup I order the Amazon link one. You will get the one I got. The one I got I got a note in it that said I was upgraded to the pro which everyone who orders the laser master two automatically get the pro. Idk why but I guess that is what they are doing.
Isn’t the cylinder used for focusing? It’s a fixed focus laser, I don’t think you have to turn anything for focus. Once the laser is the cylinder away from the burn material, you are good. Am I wrong or right? 👀
Wow, I just bought the Ortur Laser Master 2 Laser, I got the LU1-4. I really bought this to engrave or burn onto wood, I am not really a cutter, but I am open to its uses. That being said, your presentation was really good and informative. I just subscribed and liked it. One question, do you think there is a preference regarding the power of one over the other? Is a lessor-powered laser better for engraving/burning into wood cutting boards for final product presentation? or does it matter? Thank for the video.
I enjoyed your video, and the way you presented it. I am considering getting the Ortur ver 2 20watt laser, but need to know if it will work with my laptop running windows XP? and will the lightburn software work with XP?
Thank you for watching I’m glad you enjoy the videos I make! you know I’m not sure about the XP but u can for shire check it out on the light burn website and maybe even email them. They would know more than me! I hope u get one!!
Thanks so much for the great review. I have a question I was hoping you could answer for me. I’d mostly be engraving on cutting boards but sometimes the cutting boards I make are slightly larger than the Ortur frame. Is it possible to engrave on larger objects by placing the Ortur legs on some blocks of wood to raise it up and then sliding the large cutting board underneath of the raised Ortur? I hope that makes sense. I appreciate your help!
Yes! I have done larger objects on my ortur when I had its original Frame on it. I just had to raise it up a little by putting a block under each leg making sure they Were all the same height and then I just put the piece of wood underneath it. Now I did do some engraving on a piece of wood that was almost exactly the same size as the frame so with that I just set the actual laser frame on top of the wood and centered it as best as I could. I
does this one have a homing stop switch(idk if im wording that right) the atomstack one i have doesnt and makes this grinding noise and cant home correctly
what do you mean by "kill your laser super fast" and what instance would you require to use it at 100%? does the laser degrade with every use? how long does it last for and how much is each laser replacement?
It means your laser will stop working or start putting out lower power then normal. And I know no one who needs 100%, you can always slow it down and add more passes I’m not sure how long they last and I’m not sure if u can get the exact ortur laser for replacement but there are other brands like neje and they are around $115
Would it be possible to create a 3d laser cutter... 3d object is held on a plate.. Laser cuts in 3d with a plate on the other side to stop the beam... Laser could be hooked up to a small robotic arm on a swivel from top of device...
@@TimberWood.Customs you could do it with one of these laser cutters on its side and a computer controlled rotating dish in front of it... It would work for primitive shapes except for the bottom of the piece...
Was just wondering why you had the laser cap pulled all the way down. Is it necessary for wood burning to do so? I've never had mine pulled down and was wondering if there was an advantage to doing so..
Thanks! Just ordered one. I had been on the fence, looking and weighing options. Once it shows up I'll build a box for it with an exhaust fan as I'll be using it inside. I used to work for a die shop where we had several lasers that cut 5/8" Baltic birch plywood and 1/8" steel plate. I would love to have something like that for making stuff but cost is always an issue. Thought about one of those 50watt CO2 lasers and doing some custom travel mug/water bottle engraving for local school's sports teams that they could maybe use as a fundraiser but I think I'll have to show my wife that I can do something with something small and less expensive first. Plus, you know, the Chinese flu. Your review pushed me over the edge because it will cut a good size and looks like it will do a good job for what I have planed. I would like to build a model of the Enterprise bridge from the original series. I've been working on 3D printing pieces but it takes so long to print the parts. Thanks again!!
Oh that is super awesome! I’m so glad that I influence you to buy one! Glad you enjoyed the video and hope you stick around to see more videos that I make! Hope you have fun with yours. If you have any questions please let me know and I can try my best to help!
@@TimberWood.Customs Thought I'd share an update. I ordered from Gearbest to save $30. 15 days later it's still hasn't shipped. Says shipping should take 3-8 days. Looks like China is having problems getting stuff out. I haven't had problems with them before but I'm thinking that I'm going to recommend Amazon until things settle down. I had also ordered something for my wife for Christmas from a different company and we are still waiting for it to show up. At least that has made it into the country and cleared customs.
@@TimberWood.Customs Ya know, it all boils down to politics and poor hygiene in China. Their official stance is that they have beaten the flu bug so doctors are punished if they report that someone has it which means people go untreated and it spreads and it becomes a bigger problem for them which means they shut down cities people can't get into work and things can't get out so depending on the city where something is coming from there can be problems and it looks like this is just one of those things.
Yes!! This will engrave in ANY wood. For thickness, I have only tried up to 3mm plywood and nothing higher but I’m sure you can go up to maybe 5mm with the right settings
At those feed rates won't the whole machine vibrate and slip as it works? I had to find some mounts to fix the feet to a board for my cheap laser from Two Trees because it kept slipping and ghosting engravings as a result. Granted, mine has two Y axis motors instead of one, so it may be a factor too.
I actually just have installed a board to the bottom of the machine with feet that attach to the board. I will be making another video on this and I will leave it in the link of this video when it is posted.
Lydia you created yourself a problem now. First I saw you use that aluminum cylinder to set the "focus" distance, which is correct for the fixed focus lens. But then I saw you "REFOCUS" the laser by twisting the lens housing, which now has changed the distance between the lens and the surface being focused on. So there's the problem. Unless you make yourself a NEW cylinder or spacer that matches this new distance, you can't be using the aluminum cylinder that came with the Ortur. Does that make sense? BTW the lens can be slid up or down 10mm.
what is the height of the cylinder for the laser adjustment? it didn't come with mine and seems easier to just make one than to go through them for another.
Thank you for sharing this review. I am looking for a small laser that cuts\engraves silicone wristbands. Have you tested this laser with that material or similar?
@@TimberWood.Customs sorry bad English. At the end of the laser...the focus part. I can see that is "out" of laser modul. Mine laser point is not that far out...
do you think you can use this laser and program to engrave a full sheet of plywood? can you design something and engrave it in sections by burning one part then moving the laser frame over to a new area and then continuing to engrave ????
I think you’d need a stronger laser to cut a bigger and thicker sheet if plywood. I have not tried the engraving in sections but I do know it is possible
Thank you for posting! I hear I have to keep it plugged into my computer. I want to keep the ortur in my garage and be able to walk away with my laptop. What are my options?
You know, I’m not sure about that. I really want to try and figure out if I can hook up a raspberry pie to it and connected to light burn through that. I’m not sure if it’s possible but I think it could be done. I will be trying that sometime soon. You can definitely join the ortur owners Group on Facebook and ask questions there too. They help me out a lot
The software they supply with it is PC/MAC only. There is no linux available. If you were to run a different software then maybe you could use a Raspberry pi. There is a windows software for the Pi but you would want to use the raspberry PI 4 as you would need the CPU power it has. Then you can use that just like most 3d printers do to control it remotely. Windows can be remotely controlled using the built in app or any other software. However this is a lot of work and takes time to get it working properly.
Thanks for the video!! I read a review that said this laser would shut down once it got hot and that it would happen quite often. Is that true? Thank you
@@TimberWood.Customs Really!! That big of a price difference? You could almost buy 2 for what 1 from amazon cost. I will be busy for the next couple of hours probably but I would really like to ask you some more questions about this laser if you don’t mind. And thank you so much!!!.. :))........
I ran my laser at 200/60% with 8 passes and cant cut through 3mm plywood. What could I be doing wrong? i ran it at 50/50 and 75/50 and it just wont cut through.
@@TimberWood.Customs I guess that's another problem I'm having. My laser doesn't drop low enough the touch the metal thing to focus it. I might just need to take it apart? Maybe?
@@keshonnadavis-graham2509 yes take it apart and make sure the slider part is screwed to the second to last set of screws from the bottom, I had to do that
@@TimberWood.Customs Ho wow, I just tried it and it did cut thru, I went like 30 passes. What is an air assist. I'm new at cutting with laser and I don't know what that is.
@@sergiogalarza3062 That’s weird. Are you sure you set the correct height from your material to the laser with the silver cylinder that comes with the laser? Also assist is where you can get or make an attachment that shoots air using a compressor to wear your lasers cutting so let it cuts a clean pass.
@@TimberWood.Customs Yes, my high is righ. I will look in to the air assist, to find out how it works and what I need. Thank you very much for your time and your help. Seems like you have a lot of experience on láser.
Yes I believe it can cut acrylic but you have to make sure your settings are correct and that you don’t use clear acrylic. And I’m unsure why it has been removed from Amazon but here’s another very similar laser that you can look into. I’m not quite sure again why it’s not available anymore but again this is the closest to this laser amzn.to/3v9QrSO
Hello! Thanks for the video! I understand, you have a lot of comments, I wonder if you have time, help me out. I bought an Ortur 20W machine, and I am unable to cut any wood. I started to think, a weaker version was send (7 or 15W); do you know how to identify the model? Would be great help, I am unable to cut, and I really would like to. Thanks in advance!
Make sure you have yours focused with the cylinder that comes with the machine, usually that is what doesn’t allow it to cut. As for identifying the wattage of the laser, you should be able to identify if on the front or the back of the laser there should be a sticker. Let me know if that helps!
@@vladimernepharidze5716 Hello! Sorry for very later answer - we have so much work in the garden, that I forgot write. For the machine: no, I could not make it work, but I must say I had limited time work with it due to the garden work :). Do you have the same problem?
@@TimberWood.Customs Oh, goodness. Forgive me for missing that information in the description. I was hoping it was 3mm, because I have tons of that thickness. 🙂
As you may be able to tell, there is no discount coupon in the description of the video. I am sorry to say that this was now not possible due to some past error with coupons for this machine. However I did leave a link to gearbest where this laser is on sale for only $250 which is the BEST deal for the 20W version. Again I’m sorry there is no discount but definitely check out that other link:)
Thanks so much for the great work. Please what is the length on the Aluminum rod used to focus the 20 W Laser? I have lost mine
Love how casual you explain things and just try different things because this stuff can get confusing. I’m playing with my ortur laser master 2 20w as well
Thanks glad u liked the video. Please consider subscribing for move laser videos! Also yes this machine is pretty cool!!
This is the first video I’ve found that actually shows how to set the height
THANK YOU!!
Your video was the most honest thing I've seen in ages. To the point, step-by-step, facts. You have the right mix for YT content. Keep it up! Love the video, create more!
Thank you so much! Glad you enjoy!
was the focusing method used in the video correct? I have always seen the measuring spacer under the heat sync fins, NOT directly under the laser output.
Thanks so much for taking the time to go over this machine. Fantastic video
You are very welcome! Why was useful to you! Thank you for watching!
You should always wear the safety glasses when you’re in the room with the laser operating....even if not look directly at it.
Yup I always try my best to:)
@@TimberWood.Customs Lmao first thing I thought was "Wait... Is it actually firing behind her ?!" x)
@@Santriell yeah that’s only when I don’t wear them, but I don’t look at it. It was for video purposes
Great video! I love that you explained things that even Ortur and Lightburn dont tell you about.
The only question I have is, what is the interval (mm) settings for? I havent seen a video yet thst includes that setting for anything. Any help would be greatly greatly appreciated. Thanks!
Great job on your videos! You have a way of explaining that makes learning easy. I have the 15W small LM and it's a beast! I love it so much, I just bought the LM2 20W with the rotary attachment. Drag chains next. and an enclosure. (The small 15W enclosure is two wooden wine boxes glued together) Keep up the excellent videos! I learned a lot,
Glad u enjoyed it!! Thx for watching
Go to Thingiverse & Search for the laser. There are allot of mods to 3d print to make it even better. Like air assist to help even more with cutting, Also a Z axis mount to let you raise & lower the laser for better focusing.
Yup! I actually have that installed already. I will be making a video about it soon! Stay tuned:)
Best video I have found on cutting so far thank you 👌
Using Ortur laser master 2 pro to make more wonderful crafts. We love to discover the unknown and try to develop our products to the next level with vitality and creativity.
great video, I was tempted to get one but I gather you need to put it in a garage or workshed rather than use it inside the home?
U really can put it anywhere as long as u have ventilation. A lot of people build boxes for them and have a stubs hooked up to it that goes out a window for ventilation. So really anywhere will work
Cutting plastic makes toxic fumes. I would not put it in the house if you do that. Wood is ok in the house as its not much different than a fireplace. (Assuming your not using treated wood) Still use ventilation or your smoke detectors will go off.
the burn cut can be minimized if you apply air blowing the laser while cutting
Great video Badger! I really liked your thorough explanations. I am thinking to buy one to cut out paper shapes. Have you ever used it for cutting paper and if so, does it leave burn marks on the edges? Again, thanks for sharing your experience.
Thank you!! And yes I have! As long as you keep it on a low power and fast speed, it won’t leave burn marks! If you do end up buying one please use the link below to help support me channel!
@@TimberWood.Customs TYVM for the quick reply.
@@123232ism no problem!
Very good I liked the video and I have a question, is it normal that when you turn it on it makes a loud noise that makes the machine shake despite not using it?
Probably not normal
Hi
Thank you, for a great video,
It’s. My first time using a laser,I have the same model as you ,but mine is a 15w, I am having trouble,,getting used to the setting, 😢I am trying to burn on to slate, with not much luck, but after watching your videos, I think I know were I am going wrong,, I am using max power all the time, but it’s not doing much, I get confused with , power, speed Etc, I shell persevere, 😊thanks again Neil
Hi, I bought this machine but I lost the little cylinder to focus the laser, can you tell me how long is this cylinder? so I can calculate the distance between the laser and the product to engrave.
TIA
Got this machine yesterday. Never had a laser cutter before. but this was surprisingly easier to use. and thanks for the video, saved me a ton of time of finding the settings myself for cutting. And is that a CR10 3D printer? I am gonna buy a CR10 V2 within this month. But still skeptical because someone said it has locked firmware. :(
Yeah it’s pretty easy!! Yes it’s a CR-10 S Pro
Thank you for sharing nice video👍👍👍can it cut 1/8” plywood in one pass? And how quickly?
Definitely not 1 pass. Maybe 4 at 400mm/min but that’s with air assist and it’s craft plywood
You are so COOL thank you great info
And real time detail
I'm in the UK so they have gone up in price and we don't get all the extras like laser adjustment bracket etc I was going to put one on a cr10 s5 but I think your right
Please do more videos as you have got it 👍👍👍👍👍👍
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed the video!
I purchase this machine last fall, but did not receive the adjustable slide or the spacing cylinder. Any ideas on finding these items?
you can get 2.7mm plywood from home depot for about 12 dollars. I have them cut it down so it fits in my car, usually 4 two foot pieces. A lot cheaper than the craft stores.
Wow really! I’ll have to check my store! What type is it?
Or what the special dementia do are on it plz
@@TimberWood.Customs I'm not sure what kind it is I don't think it was specified, maybe birch. But it is with the 4' by 8' sheets of plywood. They will cut it for you in any dimension you want. It's a good cheap way to practice on. They have higher quality sheets too for a bit more money.
@@jamesteed9850 was it 11/32?? Or what was the size cause there is like 15/32 and 29/32 but those seem thick. Thanks again
I see 5.2mm sande plywood
Great video, what version of lightburn do I need to download for a Mac? Or Is all the same. Many thanks 🙏🏽
Yup! It’s the same, just go to the light burn website and make sure u download the Mac version.
Hi, I need some help, i have just purchased laser master 2s2, and set it up, the only trouble is the X-axis is not moving, I have checked the cables and when i home the y-axis moves but the x-axis does not, plus the laser GRBL shows an icon that says 'Alarm' can you help?
Dryer vent hose is cheap and can be used with a fan to direct air out.
Changing speed and power can make it cut faster, and as you pointed out, higher power can burn out your laser faster.
Thank you I’ll try the hose! Thx for watching!
@@TimberWood.Customs You can pick up an in line fan at Menards or Amazon. Cheapest I've found, so far: $19.49 at Amazon VIVOSUN 4 inch Inline Duct Fan, 6" is $24
@@davec6113 ya I might get one from menards
Did you buy the laser master 2 pro? The amazon link you gave does not seem to have the fixed focus as in your video. Did you actually order from the same amazon link?
Yup I order the Amazon link one. You will get the one I got. The one I got I got a note in it that said I was upgraded to the pro which everyone who orders the laser master two automatically get the pro. Idk why but I guess that is what they are doing.
Thank you for sharing nice video 👍👍👍can this machine cut 1/8” plywood?
Yes but only craft plywood
Isn’t the cylinder used for focusing? It’s a fixed focus laser, I don’t think you have to turn anything for focus. Once the laser is the cylinder away from the burn material, you are good. Am I wrong or right? 👀
Yes ur right, did I not say that in the video?
@@TimberWood.Customs sorry, I didn’t hear that part. I just heard you said turn the laser to focus.
Wow, I just bought the Ortur Laser Master 2 Laser, I got the LU1-4. I really bought this to engrave or burn onto wood, I am not really a cutter, but I am open to its uses. That being said,
your presentation was really good and informative. I just subscribed and liked it. One question,
do you think there is a preference regarding the power of one over the other? Is a lessor-powered laser better for engraving/burning into wood cutting boards for final product presentation? or does it matter? Thank for the video.
I’m not really sure to be honest but I’m glad I could help!
Also did u use my link to buy it? It really helps the channel:) thx!
@@TimberWood.Customs I wish I had, but ordered it before I found you. But if I do in the future I will keep you in mind. Thanks
@@NeoDon1 oh that’s ok! Thank you!
I enjoyed your video, and the way you presented it. I am considering getting the Ortur ver 2 20watt laser, but need to know if it will work with my laptop running windows XP? and will the lightburn software work with XP?
Thank you for watching I’m glad you enjoy the videos I make! you know I’m not sure about the XP but u can for shire check it out on the light burn website and maybe even email them. They would know more than me! I hope u get one!!
Great video thank you, I'm using light burn . Your test were great. Best video Ever ❤️
Thank you! Glad your liked the video!
Thanks so much for the great review. I have a question I was hoping you could answer for me. I’d mostly be engraving on cutting boards but sometimes the cutting boards I make are slightly larger than the Ortur frame. Is it possible to engrave on larger objects by placing the Ortur legs on some blocks of wood to raise it up and then sliding the large cutting board underneath of the raised Ortur? I hope that makes sense. I appreciate your help!
Yes! I have done larger objects on my ortur when I had its original Frame on it. I just had to raise it up a little by putting a block under each leg making sure they Were all the same height and then I just put the piece of wood underneath it. Now I did do some engraving on a piece of wood that was almost exactly the same size as the frame so with that I just set the actual laser frame on top of the wood and centered it as best as I could. I
Hello....I am looking for an Ortur LU1-4 20W module. Do you know where I can get a new one? Regards, Jack
Hi, thanks for sharing this video. Is this laser cutter fit for engraving rubber stamps?
does this one have a homing stop switch(idk if im wording that right) the atomstack one i have doesnt and makes this grinding noise and cant home correctly
Yup it does have homing endstops:) no grinding here
what do you mean by "kill your laser super fast" and what instance would you require to use it at 100%? does the laser degrade with every use? how long does it last for and how much is each laser replacement?
It means your laser will stop working or start putting out lower power then normal. And I know no one who needs 100%, you can always slow it down and add more passes
I’m not sure how long they last and I’m not sure if u can get the exact ortur laser for replacement but there are other brands like neje and they are around $115
Thank you so much for the video. I would like to learn more about this software and machine. ❤️
I believe I made a short video on the software in my new Ortur 2 pro video that u can check out! Thx for watching!
Thanks for the review. Is it possible to cut white acrylic with this machine?
Also is it possible to engrave PCBs?
I’ve seen videos of people cutting acrylic with this 20w(5.5w)
Would it be possible to create a 3d laser cutter... 3d object is held on a plate.. Laser cuts in 3d with a plate on the other side to stop the beam... Laser could be hooked up to a small robotic arm on a swivel from top of device...
I’m not sure, but that sounds super interesting
@@TimberWood.Customs you could do it with one of these laser cutters on its side and a computer controlled rotating dish in front of it... It would work for primitive shapes except for the bottom of the piece...
Would this machine cut half inch mdf wood?
Was just wondering why you had the laser cap pulled all the way down. Is it necessary for wood burning to do so? I've never had mine pulled down and was wondering if there was an advantage to doing so..
No no advantage, at first that what I thought u used to focus. But it doesn’t make a difference
Thanks! Just ordered one. I had been on the fence, looking and weighing options. Once it shows up I'll build a box for it with an exhaust fan as I'll be using it inside. I used to work for a die shop where we had several lasers that cut 5/8" Baltic birch plywood and 1/8" steel plate. I would love to have something like that for making stuff but cost is always an issue. Thought about one of those 50watt CO2 lasers and doing some custom travel mug/water bottle engraving for local school's sports teams that they could maybe use as a fundraiser but I think I'll have to show my wife that I can do something with something small and less expensive first. Plus, you know, the Chinese flu. Your review pushed me over the edge because it will cut a good size and looks like it will do a good job for what I have planed. I would like to build a model of the Enterprise bridge from the original series. I've been working on 3D printing pieces but it takes so long to print the parts.
Thanks again!!
Oh that is super awesome! I’m so glad that I influence you to buy one! Glad you enjoyed the video and hope you stick around to see more videos that I make! Hope you have fun with yours. If you have any questions please let me know and I can try my best to help!
@@TimberWood.Customs Thought I'd share an update. I ordered from Gearbest to save $30. 15 days later it's still hasn't shipped. Says shipping should take 3-8 days. Looks like China is having problems getting stuff out. I haven't had problems with them before but I'm thinking that I'm going to recommend Amazon until things settle down.
I had also ordered something for my wife for Christmas from a different company and we are still waiting for it to show up. At least that has made it into the country and cleared customs.
@@davec6113 oh man! I’m sorry that happened! Ya let me know when u get it!
@@TimberWood.Customs Ya know, it all boils down to politics and poor hygiene in China. Their official stance is that they have beaten the flu bug so doctors are punished if they report that someone has it which means people go untreated and it spreads and it becomes a bigger problem for them which means they shut down cities people can't get into work and things can't get out so depending on the city where something is coming from there can be problems and it looks like this is just one of those things.
@@davec6113 ah man
Have you engraved any double color plastics, like name plates?
I have not
I know zero about die cutting. Will this engrave on a bamboo cutting board?
What kind of wood and thickness is the max?
Yes!! This will engrave in ANY wood. For thickness, I have only tried up to 3mm plywood and nothing higher but I’m sure you can go up to maybe 5mm with the right settings
At those feed rates won't the whole machine vibrate and slip as it works? I had to find some mounts to fix the feet to a board for my cheap laser from Two Trees because it kept slipping and ghosting engravings as a result. Granted, mine has two Y axis motors instead of one, so it may be a factor too.
I actually just have installed a board to the bottom of the machine with feet that attach to the board. I will be making another video on this and I will leave it in the link of this video when it is posted.
thanks so much.. now i know what that piece of metal cylinder is for.. its a big help..
Glad to help! Hope u enjoy it!
what kind of wood are you using to cut all the way through?
3mm plywood. I bought it from Menards in a 12”x24” sheet
Thanks for the info! Valuable indeed.
Lydia you created yourself a problem now. First I saw you use that aluminum cylinder to set the "focus" distance, which is correct for the fixed focus lens. But then I saw you "REFOCUS" the laser by twisting the lens housing, which now has changed the distance between the lens and the surface being focused on. So there's the problem. Unless you make yourself a NEW cylinder or spacer that matches this new distance, you can't be using the aluminum cylinder that came with the Ortur. Does that make sense? BTW the lens can be slid up or down 10mm.
No. It didn’t change anything. It worked just fine. But thanks anyways.
What king of wood is it you are cutting? How thick is it?
It is craft plywood and it is 3mm think, information for setting and type of wood it said in video:) thanks for watching!
Hi I was wonder if you have ever use this machine to cut acrylic 2mm and if you can do a tutorial please
I actually have not cut it with acrylic but I know it’s possible with black and other colors besides clear
Keep two eyes on your health! Well done as always ;-)
Should there be something under the piece you are cutting that is fireproof? Something so when the laser cuts it isn't cutting your counter top?
Yes there was a piece of scrap wood. Now I have a piece of ply wood
what is the height of the cylinder for the laser adjustment? it didn't come with mine and seems easier to just make one than to go through them for another.
I think it’s like 30mm. It only comes with the fixed laser versions
Thank you for sharing this review. I am looking for a small laser that cuts\engraves silicone wristbands. Have you tested this laser with that material or similar?
Can it engrave and cut Rubber ???? Thank you.
Good job🙏
I’ve never tried but I may be able to one day
Hi! Great video...tnx for info on speed and power. But why is ur laser out of the bottom of that "laserboxthing 😂" did you pull it out about 1cm out?
I’m confused on what u are asking
@@TimberWood.Customs sorry bad English. At the end of the laser...the focus part. I can see that is "out" of laser modul. Mine laser point is not that far out...
@@simk33 it’s not out I don’t think. If I’m u understanding what ur saying
L Making can you do a video on engraving leather where you show speed and power for the best burn, please?
I would like to do fine tiny symbols and letters on wood. Curious how fine lined it can go?
Yes u totally can!
I just bought the 40 watt one with the attachment for 512$ be my first time using a laser ..good deal I think..u have first time user video's
do you think you can use this laser and program to engrave a full sheet of plywood? can you design something and engrave it in sections by burning one part then moving the laser frame over to a new area and then continuing to engrave ????
I think you’d need a stronger laser to cut a bigger and thicker sheet if plywood. I have not tried the engraving in sections but I do know it is possible
@@TimberWood.Customs I'm thinking I'll get this unit. I just need to learn the programs and figure out how to engrave in sections :) thx you
hey can it cut 3 mm plywood?
Which one do you recommend, Ortur 2 or Atomstock A5? I will use it to cut 3mm ply. Thanks
For me the Ortur 20w works great for 3mm ply with an air assist cuts super nice with the settings listed in the discription
Great vid. Can it cut leather? If so, what's the maximum thickness? Thx
Yes I’m pretty sure it does cut leather I’m not 100% sure what the maximum thickness is but I have seen people cut leather with it before
Absolutely leather, but you'll definitely want ventilation. It's really stinky. Remember, it's literally burning flesh.
Good afternoon. Can you use this laser on metal? Not necessarily to cut metal but engraving.
Yes I believe so!! Some people use backing soda water mixture to help with etching
Thank you for posting! I hear I have to keep it plugged into my computer. I want to keep the ortur in my garage and be able to walk away with my laptop. What are my options?
You know, I’m not sure about that. I really want to try and figure out if I can hook up a raspberry pie to it and connected to light burn through that. I’m not sure if it’s possible but I think it could be done. I will be trying that sometime soon. You can definitely join the ortur owners Group on Facebook and ask questions there too. They help me out a lot
The software they supply with it is PC/MAC only. There is no linux available. If you were to run a different software then maybe you could use a Raspberry pi. There is a windows software for the Pi but you would want to use the raspberry PI 4 as you would need the CPU power it has. Then you can use that just like most 3d printers do to control it remotely. Windows can be remotely controlled using the built in app or any other software. However this is a lot of work and takes time to get it working properly.
Thanks for the video!! I read a review that said this laser would shut down once it got hot and that it would happen quite often. Is that true? Thank you
Not true for me. I’ve done engravings for over 4 hours before and it was just fine. It’s a great machine! I love it! And no problems so far!
Wow! And Wasn’t it you that said you could buy this setup for around $250.oo? If not may I ask what one would cost today? Thank you!! :))......
@@robjtko on amazon it’s about $400 but that’s quite a lot so u can order them for about $230 on heartbeat or Alibaba
@@TimberWood.Customs Really!! That big of a price difference? You could almost buy 2 for what 1 from amazon cost. I will be busy for the next couple of hours probably but I would really like to ask you some more questions about this laser if you don’t mind. And thank you so much!!!.. :))........
@@robjtko ur welcome!
How long does a laser like this last if you’re only engraving?
And do you have a link for the exact one on your video?
Thanks
The link for my laser has been updated in the discription so u can check that out. And it think it’s like 3000 hours
@L Making Hi, do you recommend me to buy the ORTUR Laser Master 2 (7Watts) and buy the 30w Laser?
Yes
@@TimberWood.Customs thanks you so much!
I ran my laser at 200/60% with 8 passes and cant cut through 3mm plywood. What could I be doing wrong? i ran it at 50/50 and 75/50 and it just wont cut through.
Make sure you changed the height of the laser when changing material thicknesses. It may not be for used which is not allowing it to work.
@@TimberWood.Customs I guess that's another problem I'm having. My laser doesn't drop low enough the touch the metal thing to focus it. I might just need to take it apart? Maybe?
@@keshonnadavis-graham2509 yes take it apart and make sure the slider part is screwed to the second to last set of screws from the bottom, I had to do that
Hello.
I have a ORTUR LASER MASTER 2, and I haven't be able to cut 3mm MDF.
Can you tell me why ot what setting i should use???
Thanks
Hello! I use 350mm/min with about 5 to 7 passes that works for me. However if you add an air assist that will allow with less passes. 100% power
@@TimberWood.Customs Ho wow, I just tried it and it did cut thru, I went like 30 passes.
What is an air assist.
I'm new at cutting with laser and I don't know what that is.
@@sergiogalarza3062 That’s weird. Are you sure you set the correct height from your material to the laser with the silver cylinder that comes with the laser? Also assist is where you can get or make an attachment that shoots air using a compressor to wear your lasers cutting so let it cuts a clean pass.
@@TimberWood.Customs Yes, my high is righ.
I will look in to the air assist, to find out how it works and what I need.
Thank you very much for your time and your help.
Seems like you have a lot of experience on láser.
@@sergiogalarza3062 work with mine every day:) happy to help!
I was wondering if it can engrave rubber to make stamps.
You know I’m not sure about that. I would try but I don’t have any rubber on hand.
What is the max thickness of Ply or Acrylic you can cut ? Thanks in advance
I’ve only tried 3mm ply. But make sure u have air assist. They strong compressor u have the thicker u fam cut. Also I haven’t tried acrylic yet
Can this machine cut 1/8 inch birch plywood
Yup! Sure can!
Thanks for the video. Does it cut acrylic? BTW your amazon link seems to be dead for me.
Yes I believe it can cut acrylic but you have to make sure your settings are correct and that you don’t use clear acrylic. And I’m unsure why it has been removed from Amazon but here’s another very similar laser that you can look into. I’m not quite sure again why it’s not available anymore but again this is the closest to this laser amzn.to/3v9QrSO
How can i new that I order this wersion not old laser version, is there some serial nr? May be you can give me some link to this machine? Big thx
I’m not sure I just ordered the one on Amazon’s and they gave the upgrade. I’m pretty sure most people who order them now will get the upgraded one.
Hi, does it works for cut acrylic letter desingns?
I really enjoy your channel. Please protect your self, one tiny look, reflection, misfire and you're blind.
Thank you! And I will be careful:)
Would this laser be able to cut 1/2 inch material such as Acrylic, Ply Board or Plain sheet?
No, however the OLM2 Pro LF version with air assist may be able to cut 1/2”(I know it can cut 1/4”)
do you think this could make custom rubber stamps?
Look into an exhaust system. The only thing the fans do is disperse the smoke and fumes around the room. But good video anyway.
Thanks! Workin on it
Like the videos, keep up the good work :)
Thanks!
Thank you for your insight!
Hello!
Thanks for the video! I understand, you have a lot of comments, I wonder if you have time, help me out. I bought an Ortur 20W machine, and I am unable to cut any wood. I started to think, a weaker version was send (7 or 15W); do you know how to identify the model? Would be great help, I am unable to cut, and I really would like to. Thanks in advance!
Make sure you have yours focused with the cylinder that comes with the machine, usually that is what doesn’t allow it to cut.
As for identifying the wattage of the laser, you should be able to identify if on the front or the back of the laser there should be a sticker.
Let me know if that helps!
@@TimberWood.Customs Thank you for the tip! I made some try, still not perfect, but I keep trying with the focus, as you advised. Thanks again!
did u fix man ? can u cut 3 mm plywood with this machine ?
@@vladimernepharidze5716 yes I can it started to work
@@vladimernepharidze5716 Hello! Sorry for very later answer - we have so much work in the garden, that I forgot write. For the machine: no, I could not make it work, but I must say I had limited time work with it due to the garden work :). Do you have the same problem?
Would ist cut fabric? That would Veba nice device for sewing.
You know, I’m not sure but I don’t see why not. Also another thing that can cut fabric is a Cricut maker that a lot of people use for sewing.
may i know what lens are you using with this Ortur? As I did not receive that kind of lens with the kit.
It’s a fixed focused lense
@@TimberWood.Customs did it come in the kit?
@@siddharth4662 it was the laser
thanks you explain very well can you try acrylic cutting and what gauge of arylic can it cut thanks
I need this answer too
I want to buy this machine in Sri Lanka I want to know how to get it
There is Aliexpress or gearbest of you can’t get it on Amazon
hi what parameters do you need to engrave a photo on this machine?
Use the different settings in light burn. There are lots of really good videos out on RUclips on how to do this.
Yoy should focus it on the middle, 1.5 mm for best result if you are cutting 3mm plywood
Did you try cutting plexiglass or other such material?
I have not yet, haven’t found any colored plexiglass near me because u can’t use clear
@@TimberWood.Customs But there are lasers that cut clear polycarbonate or acrylics. Perhaps this model has some limitation?
@@TimberWood.Customs Try TAP Plastics store near you, they are generous enough to give away small left over pieces.
@@chhupparustom I’m not quite sure. Thats only what I’ve heard is it’s hard to cut clear plastic with this laser but I could be wrong
Thanks for the video. What is the thickness of your wood, please?
It is 3mm craft ply wood. I left the setting I used in the Discription for you too:)
@@TimberWood.Customs Oh, goodness. Forgive me for missing that information in the description. I was hoping it was 3mm, because I have tons of that thickness. 🙂
@@FaydraDeon oh no problem bro and great!
@@TimberWood.Customs would you be able to telling me the speed in mm/s please
@@UzairKhanvlogs My Settings:
55% Power- 200mm/min- 6 passes(Cut 3mm Craft Plywood)
50% Power- 2000mm/min- 1 pass(Engrave Plywood)
Hi Lydia, thanks for great video, thanks
Glad you liked it!
Can it cut acrylics and soft metal?
Not metals but acrylic yes
Love your video's. Keep it up.
Noobie here, is that the 20w version?
Yes
I hope you have two pairs of glasses.
I have 3 lol
I luv ur voice.. Nd way of presenting is osm..
Does it also cut 3mm veg tanned leather? 🥰
Yes! I believe that is possible with multiple passes at very low speed