Glad you liked the review, Mark. If you use the discount code listed in the description box you will save a few bucks, too. Thanks for watching! Take care.
Gord, welcome to the laser world. I have used my 1st generation LaserPecker for several years now to sign my bowl bottoms. Great fun and thanks for the inspiration as always. Stay well .
Thank you, Dick. Not a world I really had any intention of entering but I think this could be fun. I think it might take me a little while to learn how to get things centred on the engravings. I might need to get a more sophisticated software. Being as cheap as I am that might not happen very soon. 🤔🤔 Thanks for watching!
Glad you liked it, Karl. No, I don't have a Rotary Axis for it so it won't cut on circular things like wine bottles, etc. On concave or convex surfaces I suppose it would depend on the depth of the concavity. I think it would likely be a bit uneven if the change in surface depth was very different. Thanks for watching!
Well I saw this popup Gord and just had to watch. Great review of the laxer and it looks to be a very nice one. I have had 2 offers to review different brand lasers but both had to be completly assembled and did not look as sturdy as this one. I do like the looks of this laser and having 2 CNC machines I understand the whole process. Very cool! Take care, Gary
Thank you, Gary. Your opinion means a lot, as always! I tried to be thorough but of course there were things I didn't think of trying as some of the other commenters have pointed out. I don't know how well it would engrave metal or plastics. Maybe I will have to do a follow-up video covering some of those things at some point. I accepted this laser because they sent it to me without asking me to sign a contract as some others have wanted. I don't believe in signing a contract without having a lawyer look at it and it isn't worth it for a tool that I don't really need. However, I must admit this should be useful once in awhile. Thanks for watching, Gary! All the best, .....Gord .....Gord
Thank you, Danny. I believe it would engrave metal to a certain degree although I'm afraid I didn't think to try it. For plexiglass I would need to try it but for many plastic type pieces I believe it would just melt it rather than engrave it. Sorry I can't be more precise about that. Thanks for watching! .....Gord
Hi. I just received my own laser just like yours and i will thank you for recomending the K40 softwhere. On the cd you find two films how you align the mirrors and the tejp is to put on the lens so you can see where the laser hits, this is shown in the video on the cd. Thanks for a great video!!
Great demo, Gord. Thanks for sharing it with us, and thanks to the manufacturer for sending you this unit for a review. Will be interesting to see how you choose to use it in the future. Engraved logos on your pieces that fit inside the machine? Home-made logo coins? A whole new hobby line of products for you or the Mrs.? There are so many possibilities.
Wow, Thomas, you sure have thought of more uses for this thing than I have. Chocolate? I haven’t heard of that but I am more than willing to try it. 😃😃😃 Glad you liked the demo. Thanks for all the suggestions! I’m sure my wife will be grateful for the chocolate idea, as well. 👍👍👍 Thanks for watching! Stay well, …..Gord
@@GordonRock1 you are most welcome. There is a laser machine out there that has foods such as chocolate as part of their demo commercial, so not my idea, but thanks for the thanks. Would make great add-on to a birthday cake for a loved one would be my thought.
Hello Gord, I enjoyed your review of the vevor laser, it was interesting. Is this laser also suitable for cutting through material as it is quite an elaborate machine compared to my machine.k I have a 5 watt atomstack laser, and it can only engrave or maybe cut some paper, so I'm curious if your machine can cut wood. Cheers, Hans Stay safe and keep turning
As I showed in the video at 15:00, it will cut through 1/32" walnut but I didn't try cutting anything else with higher power so I'm not sure what else it will cut. Glad you enjoyed the review, Hans! Thanks for watching! Cheers, .....Gord
Thanks Gord for the review. I used a laser similar to this one about 25 years ago. From my experience, amoked up mirrors and too much flash near the burn is a result of poor ventilation. They really need to have an external exhaust fan drawing the smoke and air out. Back in the day these machines ran about $28,000!
Thank you for the tip, Chuck. I will have to investigate using an exhaust fan outside at the end of the exhaust hose. Sounds like a great idea. $28,000? Holy cow, that’s a lot of money, even today. 😳😳 Thanks for watching!
Looks to me like you're just having too much fun with that laser Gord! It was interesting watching for sure, as I enjoy learning about new machines. Technology sure has came a LONG way, just in my 69 years hangin around this old planet! Keep us updated on what all you learn with that new toy! 😊❤👍
Toy? Don’t let my wife find out you said that. I have her convinced that this is an indispensable tool necessary to every workshop. 😉😉😉 OK, she’s not that dumb although I sometimes wish she was. Yes, Dave, it would seem that we are about the same age and things certainly have changed. Mind you they seem to change every year. Thanks for watching, my friend. 😃😃👍👍
Great review Gord. I would have no use for something like this but it was great to see you trying things out. I am looking at a Laser that Phil showed a few weeks ago, The LaserPecker 2. Having discussions with SWMBO about it. Wish me luck. LOL. Cutting on the slope to get the best distance I thought was inspired. Glad you worked out the laser alignment. Take care my friend. Cheers, Huw
Very good review of a nice looking laser engraver, Gord. I can see some good uses in woodturning and other woodworking, as well. It's much more powerful than my little laser at only 5 watts. I imagine you could lay out a design for your logo coin and cut them out by the sheet. Looks like you could just engrave your logo on the bottom of some bowls too, though not sure how deep the bowl could be. It looks like a well-made machine that could maybe use just a bit more QC. I'm looking forward to seeing what you might use it for in any future videos. Gotta love technology! Very enjoyable video, my friend! Phil
Oh yeah, Phil, I do love technology. Of course, that's when it works. I do want to learn how to use this thing a bit better but that will take me awhile. I still need to be on my lathe more often than anything else. I just bought a drone so I need to learn to fly that, too. Not enough hours in the day for all the hobbies I want to be involved in! Glad you think it looks okay, Phil. I think your engraver might be a better bit of kit for many things but this one should be good, too. Not sure about the depth of bowl I can engrave. I'm already wondering about cutting the bottom out of the case to see what would happen. That might be a real bad idea and I think I might have had one or two bad ideas in the past so maybe I should rethink that. 😁😁 Take care of yourself, buddy! Thanks for watching! .....Gord
@@GordonRock1 I had a drone for a few years and really enjoyed using it. I took it every time we would travel in the RV. So many great pictures and videos that just aren't possible without flight! Enjoy it, Gord!
Nice review, Gord. I recently bought the LaserPecker which Phil Anderson reviewed a few weeks ago. Unfortunately, I haven't had a chance to put it through its paces yet. This one looks neat bt takes up a lot of space which is always a premium in my shop. Look forward to some neat projects from you.
I saw Phil's review and that looks like a great piece of kit, Tom. I hope you like it. You are right, this one takes up a lot of space and that is always a concern in my shop, as well. I'm hoping to be able to hang it from the ceiling on my CNC bed which is where it was when I did the review. I'm going to have to do serious thinking about how to accomplish that. Thanks for watching, Tom! .....Gord
If you remove the “floor” and go to the bottom of it you can get a maximum height of about 3 inches or slightly less. The maximum size of bowl would be about eight or 9 inches I think. I have yet to check that out. Yes, and I still know that I’m a lucky guy! 😃😃 Thanks for watching, Luie!
Interesting review Gord. Have thought about laser engraving, may have to do more than thinking. Looks like you'll have to do some experimenting to answer all the questions you're getting. Thanks for sharing with us. Take care, Dave
Yes, Dave, I certainly do have a lot more things to try with this little puppy. I’m not sure that I will get to all of the suggestions but I will do my best. Thanks for watching! Take care, …..Gord
That's a nice review, Gord. I know nothing about laser engravers, so this was interesting to watch. I did notice you were able to etch glass. That's a neat feature since I use to do quite a bit of stained glass work and incorporated chip glass using hyde(hide) glue or use compressed air with an abrasive to etch the glass. The glue would cause the glass to chip in different ways after it is heated to about 120-150 degrees, then rapidly cooled in an ice chest . I may have to look into one of these since I still do stain glass, but but no longer own a business and do things commercially.
Hi John, A friend of mine works with stained glass as a hobby. I want to see if he is interested in trying out this engraver to etch some glass. I think he might find it interesting. The process you describe sure seems like a lot more work. Thanks for watching!
Great review, Gord. My only comment is that the membrane switch panel seemed kind of flimsy. It's interesting how many different lasers are being reviewed these days. Ken Moon just did one on an Ortur. Also, during your video X-Tool laser ads kept popping up. Oh well. Bill
I know what you mean, Bill. Ever since I started doing a little research on laser engravers all I see are ads for laser machines. It’s amazing what these algorithms can come up with, isn’t it! Thanks for watching, Bill. Take care of yourself! …..Gord
Looks like a great laser, particularly for folks who want to use it for flat material. The issue I would have with it is that I don’t do much in the way of flat. I’m a turner, specifically a bowl turner. Is this laser adaptable to use with bowls, vases, etc.?
No, Doug, other than perhaps signing the bottom of a bowl or platter I really don’t think it would be that suitable for someone who is strictly a turner. I don’t do much Flatwork anymore either but I’m sure I can find things to use it for. In fact, a good friend of mine is already coming up with ideas. LOL thanks for watching, Doug!
Awesome review Gord! I do a lot of pyrography, by hand. This would definitely speed up my work, but I'm also really frugal with my $$. Is it also a cutter? -Heather
Hi Heather, As I showed in the video, it will cut walnut at 1/32” thick. What else it will cut I haven’t discovered yet. I need lots of practice with this thing. Thanks for watching, Heather!
Good review, Gord. If money weren't an issues, I think one of those would be neat. The one Phil recently reviewed looked more versatile, but this is obviously more feature-rich. But, if they sent this to you with misaligned mirrors, and inadequate instructions I'd think they have a ways to go. You had to do a lot to get it working. I have the same scissor jack. Love that little thing for my left elbow rest when turning, holding my bed extension up while bolting it on, or a height adjustment for my ancient drill press in place of its tedious height adjustment. :) Honest critique of the engraver.
Glad you liked it, Jay. I don’t hold Vevor responsible for the misaligned mirrors. That could’ve happened anywhere including transportation of the unit if it was dropped or bumped and I could’ve even done it myself without realizing it. It takes so little to be out of line it’s ridiculous. Once I had it working I was quite pleased with the results. The only problem I have with it is that I have a very small shop and it takes up a lot of room. But since I didn’t have to pay for it I think I can let that go. Thanks for watching, Jay!
@@GordonRock1 That's certainly all understandable. I imagine the precision adjustments would be fine. I understand the shop size issue. I have 44sqft, but it's my 44sqft. Hope you faired well through tonight's storm. Looked bad. On its way to Saskatoon, so I'm expecting a loud night, at some point.
Interesting video but the laser is certainly something I do not need! I think you covered all the points of interest for using it but something like that would probably cause a bad headache for me, but thanks for the review and have fun with it! Cheers Al
All the thinking involved in getting it working came close to giving me a headache, Al. I can’t say that I really need it but it is fun to use and I’m sure I will find many uses for it. Thanks for watching, Al. Take care, …..Gord
Hi Sir, I have the same machine, but I don’t why it is only giving a straight vertical line in every image for vector cut…Could you please help me with this??
Hi Gord -- Good review. Would be nice to have, but to be honest my computer skills are virtually non existent. Could I learn - possibly, but the interest level is low at least at the moment. My spare $ right now are more focussed on actual turning tools. But I will certainly re-visit this video if the urge ever gets to the investment level. Always appreciate you sharing your thoughts, expertise and talent. There is a little rumbling about a trip back home to Regina, and if it ever does happen I really hope I can slip over to Alberta for a visit In person if you would be willing to share some time. Regards to your family - Dennis
Hi Dennis, I would love to have you drop in for a visit. Let me know if it becomes a feasible idea. Really hope you can make it out this way! All the best, …..Gord
Hi gord. I'm new to your channel. I've just watched this review and I'm thinking about buying 1 myself. Could u tell me if it'll engrave onto metal at all? Or soft metal like aluminium? Thanks
I haven't tried engraving on metal but I have watched a few other UA-cam videos that showed people trying it. Apparently you can't engrave very well on bare metal but if you coat the metal with certain compounds it can be done. The one that seems to work the best in most of the tests is either Dry Moly Lube or Galvanizing Compound. The problem with them is that they are very expensive. Certainly more than I would be willing to pay unless I had a real need to engrave something. Sorry I can't give you any first hand experience with it but I hope this helps. Thanks for watching! .....Gord
I hope you will be that lucky one day, Carol. I must admit I'm feeling pretty lucky right now. 😉😉 Thanks for watching! I appreciate you very much! .....Gord
This appears to be a most comprehensive review. I thought you covered it quite well. 👍👍Still, additional questions come to mind. How good were the instructions that came with the machine? You said you did not have any previous laser experience. How long did it take before you could produce a product? Did you find anything about the machine that you thought was a flaw? How long did it take the machine to produce your test pattern? How loud (quiet) is the machine? If you needed a machine would you buy this one? Thank you for sharing my friend. Have a great day and stay safe. 🙂🙂
Glen, I spent a day going over the machine and familiarizing myself with it. Then I spent a day figuring out the software to make it run. A day after that I was able to start doing some actual engraving. I didn’t see anything that I consider a flaw except for the fact that the mirrors were misaligned but that could’ve been because of being bumped in transit or I may have done it myself. I didn’t time how long it took to make that pattern but I would guess about 20 minutes for the larger one. I don’t consider it loud, certainly not as loud as my CNC router. Would I buy one? That’s a difficult one to answer. If I felt I needed one yes I would but I don’t think I would get enough use out of it to go to the expense and don’t forget I am a very cheap guy! 😉😉 Thanks for watching, Glen!
one thing I will add that you don't mention in the video, if you plug the water pump into one of the sockets on the rear of the unit then it will turn on with the unit and you can't forget to turn it on. Also you shouldn't need to run ice water through it just a 5 gallon pail of water should be more than enough.
The K40 is quite a popular size of laser. Yours looks like a top of the line in that category. One of the best ways to eliminate charring is to add an air source that blows directly on the cut that whisks away the burnt materials an keeps the “edges” of the cut too cool to burn unless the laser is currently focused on that spot. If I am not mistaken you should have no problem cutting 1/4” material.
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Thanks for the hugs, Grammy. A young lady like you could be my little sister. 😃😃😃 I appreciate the kind words, my friend. Thanks for watching! 👍👍❤️💖💞
Awesome Gord, I was really surprised that it did glass. Great review. Take care Buddy.
Cheers
I checked the price $645 not bad.
Glad you liked the review, Mark. If you use the discount code listed in the description box you will save a few bucks, too. Thanks for watching! Take care.
Congratulations on moving into the wonderful world of lasers. I love using the lasers in my shop
Thanks! I have been thinking of getting one for my X-Carve. This will be a great introduction! 😃😃 Thanks for watching!
Co2 lasers are a lot different from the diode lasers. I would also suggest having a stand alone laser rather than adding one to the XCarve
Gord, welcome to the laser world. I have used my 1st generation LaserPecker for several years now to sign my bowl bottoms. Great fun and thanks for the inspiration as always. Stay well
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Thank you, Dick. Not a world I really had any intention of entering but I think this could be fun. I think it might take me a little while to learn how to get things centred on the engravings. I might need to get a more sophisticated software. Being as cheap as I am that might not happen very soon. 🤔🤔 Thanks for watching!
Interesting video. Thanks. Can you burn on circular, conveyed or concave surfaces?
Glad you liked it, Karl. No, I don't have a Rotary Axis for it so it won't cut on circular things like wine bottles, etc. On concave or convex surfaces I suppose it would depend on the depth of the concavity. I think it would likely be a bit uneven if the change in surface depth was very different. Thanks for watching!
Well I saw this popup Gord and just had to watch. Great review of the laxer and it looks to be a very nice one. I have had 2 offers to review different brand lasers but both had to be completly assembled and did not look as sturdy as this one. I do like the looks of this laser and having 2 CNC machines I understand the whole process.
Very cool!
Take care,
Gary
Thank you, Gary. Your opinion means a lot, as always! I tried to be thorough but of course there were things I didn't think of trying as some of the other commenters have pointed out. I don't know how well it would engrave metal or plastics. Maybe I will have to do a follow-up video covering some of those things at some point. I accepted this laser because they sent it to me without asking me to sign a contract as some others have wanted. I don't believe in signing a contract without having a lawyer look at it and it isn't worth it for a tool that I don't really need. However, I must admit this should be useful once in awhile. Thanks for watching, Gary!
All the best,
.....Gord
.....Gord
Good demo Gord. Do you think it would engrave medal or maybe even plexiglass? Just wondering.
Thank you, Danny. I believe it would engrave metal to a certain degree although I'm afraid I didn't think to try it. For plexiglass I would need to try it but for many plastic type pieces I believe it would just melt it rather than engrave it. Sorry I can't be more precise about that. Thanks for watching!
.....Gord
Very good job of showing different mediums. Distance is important- would think that might have been in the instructions?
Instructions? Did I not make it obvious that this is one of those Chinese laser machines? You’re so funny, Scott. 🤣😂
Hi. I just received my own laser just like yours and i will thank you for recomending the K40 softwhere. On the cd you find two films how you align the mirrors and the tejp is to put on the lens so you can see where the laser hits, this is shown in the video on the cd. Thanks for a great video!!
My pleasure. I'm glad it was helpful. Thanks for watching!
Great demo, Gord. Thanks for sharing it with us, and thanks to the manufacturer for sending you this unit for a review. Will be interesting to see how you choose to use it in the future.
Engraved logos on your pieces that fit inside the machine?
Home-made logo coins?
A whole new hobby line of products for you or the Mrs.?
There are so many possibilities.
P.S. many of these machines also ingrave/cut food items like chocolate, cheese, etc... just food for thought... Also cut pieces for 3D models?
Wow, Thomas, you sure have thought of more uses for this thing than I have. Chocolate? I haven’t heard of that but I am more than willing to try it. 😃😃😃 Glad you liked the demo. Thanks for all the suggestions! I’m sure my wife will be grateful for the chocolate idea, as well. 👍👍👍 Thanks for watching!
Stay well,
…..Gord
@@GordonRock1 you are most welcome. There is a laser machine out there that has foods such as chocolate as part of their demo commercial, so not my idea, but thanks for the thanks. Would make great add-on to a birthday cake for a loved one would be my thought.
I'll say what Luie said... you are lucky! Nice laser and a fairly thorough review, my friend!
Thank you, Billy. Yes, I feel very fortunate right now. Thanks for watching, buddy!
Hello Gord, I enjoyed your review of the vevor laser, it was interesting.
Is this laser also suitable for cutting through material as it is quite an elaborate machine compared to my machine.k
I have a 5 watt atomstack laser, and it can only engrave or maybe cut some paper, so I'm curious if your machine can cut wood. Cheers, Hans
Stay safe and keep turning
As I showed in the video at 15:00, it will cut through 1/32" walnut but I didn't try cutting anything else with higher power so I'm not sure what else it will cut. Glad you enjoyed the review, Hans! Thanks for watching!
Cheers,
.....Gord
Yes, it will cut the wood easily
Thanks Gord for the review. I used a laser similar to this one about 25 years ago. From my experience, amoked up mirrors and too much flash near the burn is a result of poor ventilation. They really need to have an external exhaust fan drawing the smoke and air out.
Back in the day these machines ran about $28,000!
Thank you for the tip, Chuck. I will have to investigate using an exhaust fan outside at the end of the exhaust hose. Sounds like a great idea. $28,000? Holy cow, that’s a lot of money, even today. 😳😳 Thanks for watching!
Looks to me like you're just having too much fun with that laser Gord! It was interesting watching for sure, as I enjoy learning about new machines. Technology sure has came a LONG way, just in my 69 years hangin around this old planet! Keep us updated on what all you learn with that new toy! 😊❤👍
Toy? Don’t let my wife find out you said that. I have her convinced that this is an indispensable tool necessary to every workshop. 😉😉😉 OK, she’s not that dumb although I sometimes wish she was. Yes, Dave, it would seem that we are about the same age and things certainly have changed. Mind you they seem to change every year. Thanks for watching, my friend. 😃😃👍👍
@@GordonRock1 sorry....I often forget that some people have wives! 🤣😂😅
Great review Gord. I would have no use for something like this but it was great to see you trying things out.
I am looking at a Laser that Phil showed a few weeks ago, The LaserPecker 2. Having discussions with SWMBO about it. Wish me luck. LOL.
Cutting on the slope to get the best distance I thought was inspired. Glad you worked out the laser alignment.
Take care my friend.
Cheers, Huw
Thank you, Huw. Good luck with SWMBO! 👍👍😃😃😃 Thanks for watching!
…..Gord
Very good review of a nice looking laser engraver, Gord. I can see some good uses in woodturning and other woodworking, as well. It's much more powerful than my little laser at only 5 watts. I imagine you could lay out a design for your logo coin and cut them out by the sheet. Looks like you could just engrave your logo on the bottom of some bowls too, though not sure how deep the bowl could be. It looks like a well-made machine that could maybe use just a bit more QC. I'm looking forward to seeing what you might use it for in any future videos. Gotta love technology! Very enjoyable video, my friend!
Phil
Oh yeah, Phil, I do love technology. Of course, that's when it works. I do want to learn how to use this thing a bit better but that will take me awhile. I still need to be on my lathe more often than anything else. I just bought a drone so I need to learn to fly that, too. Not enough hours in the day for all the hobbies I want to be involved in! Glad you think it looks okay, Phil. I think your engraver might be a better bit of kit for many things but this one should be good, too. Not sure about the depth of bowl I can engrave. I'm already wondering about cutting the bottom out of the case to see what would happen. That might be a real bad idea and I think I might have had one or two bad ideas in the past so maybe I should rethink that. 😁😁 Take care of yourself, buddy! Thanks for watching!
.....Gord
@@GordonRock1 I had a drone for a few years and really enjoyed using it. I took it every time we would travel in the RV. So many great pictures and videos that just aren't possible without flight! Enjoy it, Gord!
Nice review, Gord. I recently bought the LaserPecker which Phil Anderson reviewed a few weeks ago. Unfortunately, I haven't had a chance to put it through its paces yet. This one looks neat bt takes up a lot of space which is always a premium in my shop. Look forward to some neat projects from you.
I saw Phil's review and that looks like a great piece of kit, Tom. I hope you like it. You are right, this one takes up a lot of space and that is always a concern in my shop, as well. I'm hoping to be able to hang it from the ceiling on my CNC bed which is where it was when I did the review. I'm going to have to do serious thinking about how to accomplish that. Thanks for watching, Tom!
.....Gord
Gord.
What is the maximum depth? can you put a bowl in there?
again you are a lucky guy that seems like a pretty decent engraver
If you remove the “floor” and go to the bottom of it you can get a maximum height of about 3 inches or slightly less. The maximum size of bowl would be about eight or 9 inches I think. I have yet to check that out. Yes, and I still know that I’m a lucky guy! 😃😃 Thanks for watching, Luie!
Interesting review Gord. Have thought about laser engraving, may have to do more than thinking. Looks like you'll have to do some experimenting to answer all the questions you're getting. Thanks for sharing with us.
Take care, Dave
Yes, Dave, I certainly do have a lot more things to try with this little puppy. I’m not sure that I will get to all of the suggestions but I will do my best. Thanks for watching!
Take care,
…..Gord
That's a nice review, Gord. I know nothing about laser engravers, so this was interesting to watch. I did notice you were able to etch glass. That's a neat feature since I use to do quite a bit of stained glass work and incorporated chip glass using hyde(hide) glue or use compressed air with an abrasive to etch the glass. The glue would cause the glass to chip in different ways after it is heated to about 120-150 degrees, then rapidly cooled in an ice chest . I may have to look into one of these since I still do stain glass, but but no longer own a business and do things commercially.
Hi John,
A friend of mine works with stained glass as a hobby. I want to see if he is interested in trying out this engraver to etch some glass. I think he might find it interesting. The process you describe sure seems like a lot more work. Thanks for watching!
Great review, Gord. My only comment is that the membrane switch panel seemed kind of flimsy. It's interesting how many different lasers are being reviewed these days. Ken Moon just did one on an Ortur. Also, during your video X-Tool laser ads kept popping up. Oh well.
Bill
I know what you mean, Bill. Ever since I started doing a little research on laser engravers all I see are ads for laser machines. It’s amazing what these algorithms can come up with, isn’t it! Thanks for watching, Bill. Take care of yourself!
…..Gord
Thanks for the review Gord. I have just purchased a diode laser which I am sure will test the old brain. Take care.
I hope you have fun with it, Michael. I have already realized that there is an awful lot to learn about these things. Thanks for watching!
Looks like a great laser, particularly for folks who want to use it for flat material. The issue I would have with it is that I don’t do much in the way of flat. I’m a turner, specifically a bowl turner. Is this laser adaptable to use with bowls, vases, etc.?
No, Doug, other than perhaps signing the bottom of a bowl or platter I really don’t think it would be that suitable for someone who is strictly a turner. I don’t do much Flatwork anymore either but I’m sure I can find things to use it for. In fact, a good friend of mine is already coming up with ideas. LOL thanks for watching, Doug!
Good review Gord. Thanks.
Much appreciated, George. Thanks for watching!
Awesome review Gord! I do a lot of pyrography, by hand. This would definitely speed up my work, but I'm also really frugal with my $$.
Is it also a cutter?
-Heather
Hi Heather,
As I showed in the video, it will cut walnut at 1/32” thick. What else it will cut I haven’t discovered yet. I need lots of practice with this thing. Thanks for watching, Heather!
Good review, Gord. If money weren't an issues, I think one of those would be neat. The one Phil recently reviewed looked more versatile, but this is obviously more feature-rich. But, if they sent this to you with misaligned mirrors, and inadequate instructions I'd think they have a ways to go. You had to do a lot to get it working.
I have the same scissor jack. Love that little thing for my left elbow rest when turning, holding my bed extension up while bolting it on, or a height adjustment for my ancient drill press in place of its tedious height adjustment. :) Honest critique of the engraver.
Glad you liked it, Jay. I don’t hold Vevor responsible for the misaligned mirrors. That could’ve happened anywhere including transportation of the unit if it was dropped or bumped and I could’ve even done it myself without realizing it. It takes so little to be out of line it’s ridiculous. Once I had it working I was quite pleased with the results. The only problem I have with it is that I have a very small shop and it takes up a lot of room. But since I didn’t have to pay for it I think I can let that go. Thanks for watching, Jay!
@@GordonRock1 That's certainly all understandable. I imagine the precision adjustments would be fine. I understand the shop size issue. I have 44sqft, but it's my 44sqft.
Hope you faired well through tonight's storm. Looked bad. On its way to Saskatoon, so I'm expecting a loud night, at some point.
Interesting video but the laser is certainly something I do not need! I think you covered all the points of interest for using it but something like that would probably cause a bad headache for me, but thanks for the review and have fun with it!
Cheers Al
All the thinking involved in getting it working came close to giving me a headache, Al. I can’t say that I really need it but it is fun to use and I’m sure I will find many uses for it. Thanks for watching, Al.
Take care,
…..Gord
Hi Sir,
I have the same machine, but I don’t why it is only giving a straight vertical line in every image for vector cut…Could you please help me with this??
I wish I was able to help you, but I gave that machine away quite a while ago. I’m sorry, but I have no idea what to do about your problem. 🤨😢
Hi Gord -- Good review. Would be nice to have, but to be honest my computer skills are virtually non existent. Could I learn - possibly, but the interest level is low at least at the moment. My spare $ right now are more focussed on actual turning tools. But I will certainly re-visit this video if the urge ever gets to the investment level. Always appreciate you sharing your thoughts, expertise and talent. There is a little rumbling about a trip back home to Regina, and if it ever does happen I really hope I can slip over to Alberta for a visit In person if you would be willing to share some time. Regards to your family - Dennis
Hi Dennis,
I would love to have you drop in for a visit. Let me know if it becomes a feasible idea. Really hope you can make it out this way!
All the best,
…..Gord
Hi gord. I'm new to your channel. I've just watched this review and I'm thinking about buying 1 myself. Could u tell me if it'll engrave onto metal at all? Or soft metal like aluminium? Thanks
I haven't tried engraving on metal but I have watched a few other UA-cam videos that showed people trying it. Apparently you can't engrave very well on bare metal but if you coat the metal with certain compounds it can be done. The one that seems to work the best in most of the tests is either Dry Moly Lube or Galvanizing Compound. The problem with them is that they are very expensive. Certainly more than I would be willing to pay unless I had a real need to engrave something. Sorry I can't give you any first hand experience with it but I hope this helps. Thanks for watching!
.....Gord
Let me start by saying HOLY COW!! you are lucky!
Let me go back to watching
Yes yes I am and I know it. 😃😃👍👍
Good review...I should be so lucky as to be given a laser engraver!
I hope you will be that lucky one day, Carol. I must admit I'm feeling pretty lucky right now. 😉😉 Thanks for watching! I appreciate you very much!
.....Gord
This appears to be a most comprehensive review. I thought you covered it quite well. 👍👍Still, additional questions come to mind. How good were the instructions that came with the machine? You said you did not have any previous laser experience. How long did it take before you could produce a product? Did you find anything about the machine that you thought was a flaw? How long did it take the machine to produce your test pattern? How loud (quiet) is the machine? If you needed a machine would you buy this one? Thank you for sharing my friend. Have a great day and stay safe. 🙂🙂
Glen, I spent a day going over the machine and familiarizing myself with it. Then I spent a day figuring out the software to make it run. A day after that I was able to start doing some actual engraving. I didn’t see anything that I consider a flaw except for the fact that the mirrors were misaligned but that could’ve been because of being bumped in transit or I may have done it myself. I didn’t time how long it took to make that pattern but I would guess about 20 minutes for the larger one. I don’t consider it loud, certainly not as loud as my CNC router. Would I buy one? That’s a difficult one to answer. If I felt I needed one yes I would but I don’t think I would get enough use out of it to go to the expense and don’t forget I am a very cheap guy! 😉😉 Thanks for watching, Glen!
@@GordonRock1 I think that is my conclusion too. I just don't think I would have enough things for it to do.🙂🙂
Do you know what model number machine that is from vevor 😊
They have a couple one is double price one is cheaper
Sorry, I have no idea. I gave it away to someone and I have no way of checking. Sorry about that!
Allgood 🙂
Interesting toy
Take care my friend
Cheers
Harold
Thank you, Harold. I hope things are going well for you, my friend.
Take care,
…..Gord
Does it need a ground wire?
I need to know asap
No! My apologies!! Yes, it does!!!! I was looking at the wrong video!
My apologies!! Yes, it does!!!! I was looking at the wrong video!
My apologies!! Yes, it does!!!! I was looking at the wrong video!
My apologies!! Yes, it does!!!! I was looking at the wrong video!
one thing I will add that you don't mention in the video, if you plug the water pump into one of the sockets on the rear of the unit then it will turn on with the unit and you can't forget to turn it on. Also you shouldn't need to run ice water through it just a 5 gallon pail of water should be more than enough.
Thank you for the tips, Barry. I appreciate it as I have a lot to learn on this subject - and every other subject! Thanks for watching!
Damn, anything to one up, eh Geordie?
Who is Geordie! This is Gord’s channel. 😂🤣😂😉 But you’re right. 😃😃👍👍
The K40 is quite a popular size of laser. Yours looks like a top of the line in that category. One of the best ways to eliminate charring is to add an air source that blows directly on the cut that whisks away the burnt materials an keeps the “edges” of the cut too cool to burn unless the laser is currently focused on that spot. If I am not mistaken you should have no problem cutting 1/4” material.
Thanks for the tip, Dan. I will have to look into that. It would be nice to have it engraving without any of that charring.