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written by Dennis Heinze, excerpt from hardwarepoint.
3018 PRO DIY Laser Upgrade
There has already been talking in several chapters about the 3018 PRO DIY, which we have upgraded with a laser.
This was our first point of contact with lasers and since then we have implemented a number of projects. The learning curve is steep, and you get good results quickly, unlike what may be the case with milling.




Air Assist
The LC-40 has air assist via a 40mm fan and air baffle which ensures smoke is blown out to the rear.






Comparison
The increase in effectiveness should also be mentioned...
Ultimately, no clear purchase recommendation can be made between the 3018 PRO DIY Laser with Air Assist and the LC-40...
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1 comment
Estoy interesado en montar en mi CNC un equipo de corte por laser que sean compatible