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	\| '''MOPA Fiber Laser''' \|\| Noua 60W MOPA \|\| 60W; bed size varies by lens:<br>• 254mm lens — 160mm x 160mm (6.3" x 6.3")<br>• 420mm lens — 400mm x 400mm (15.7" x 15.7")<br><br>⚠️ Use portable fume extractor near machine<br><br>'''Software:''' LightBurn Pro required (EZCad2 Galvo controller) \|\| Yes — Mandatory \|\| [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1z7smpXW62TyvsM2q3v3bwZJoHiO8nEaH/view?usp=sharing Generic User Manual] <br> [https://www.noualaser.com/products/us-stock-mopa-marking-machine?variant=46018405073110 Noua Product Page] <br> [[Noua_60W_MOPA_Fiber_Laser\|📄 Full Machine Wiki Guide]]		\| '''MOPA Fiber Laser''' \|\| Noua 60W MOPA \|\| 60W; bed size varies by lens:<br>• 254mm lens — 160mm x 160mm (6.3" x 6.3")<br>• 420mm lens — 400mm x 400mm (15.7" x 15.7")<br><br>⚠️ Use portable fume extractor near machine<br><br>'''Software:''' LightBurn Pro required (EZCad2 Galvo controller) \|\| Yes — Mandatory \|\| [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1z7smpXW62TyvsM2q3v3bwZJoHiO8nEaH/view?usp=sharing Generic User Manual] <br> [https://www.noualaser.com/products/us-stock-mopa-marking-machine?variant=46018405073110 Noua Product Page] <br> [[Noua_60W_MOPA_Fiber_Laser\|📄 Full Machine Wiki Guide]]
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	\| '''UV Laser''' \|\| ComMarker Omni X 5W \|\| 5W UV (355nm); bed size varies by lens:<br>• 150mm lens — 150mm x 150mm — everyday workhorse for flat engraving and general work<br>• 70mm lens — 70mm x 70mm — 3D internal glass/crystal engraving and high precision work<br><br>⚠️ Use portable fume extractor near machine<br><br>'''Software:''' LightBurn Pro ~~required, or use free [https://commarker.com/download-center#download ComMarker Studio] on your own laptop~~ \|\| Yes — Mandatory \|\| [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1g1euMNdNRhcB70FNCqKmt4u7zEXLOLqz/view?usp=sharing User Manual] <br> [https://commarker.com/omni-x-uv-laser-engraver Omni X Product Page]		\| '''UV Laser''' \|\| ComMarker Omni X 5W \|\| 5W UV (355nm); bed size varies by lens:<br>• 150mm lens — 150mm x 150mm — everyday workhorse for flat engraving and general work<br>• 70mm lens — 70mm x 70mm — 3D internal glass/crystal engraving and high precision work<br><br>⚠️ Use portable fume extractor near machine<br><br>'''Software:''' ComMarker Studio (free); LightBurn Pro setup TBD \|\| Yes — Mandatory \|\| [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1g1euMNdNRhcB70FNCqKmt4u7zEXLOLqz/view?usp=sharing User Manual] <br> [https://commarker.com/omni-x-uv-laser-engraver Omni X Product Page] <br> [[ComMarker_5W_UV_Laser\|📄 Full Machine Wiki Guide]]
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	'''Software note:''' All machines are compatible with LightBurn. The ComMarker Omni X ~~also supports [https://commarker.com/download-center#download~~ ComMarker Studio] — ~~free to download and use on your own laptop~~.		'''Software note:''' All machines are compatible with LightBurn. The ComMarker Omni X currently uses ComMarker Studio (free) — LightBurn Pro setup for this machine is TBD.

	=== Support Equipment ===		=== Support Equipment ===

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Laser Machines

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	** '''130W CO2 Laser''' — Larger 4ft x 3ft bed; currently awaiting electrical hookup.		** '''130W CO2 Laser''' — Larger 4ft x 3ft bed; currently awaiting electrical hookup.

	* '''[[Noua_60W_MOPA_Fiber_Laser\|Noua 60W MOPA Fiber Laser]]''' — For metal marking, engraving, and color marking on stainless steel, titanium, brass, and copper. Also works on ceramics and stone. ⚠️ Use portable fume extractor near machine. 📄 [[~~Noua_86W_MOPA_Fiber_Laser~~\|Full Machine Wiki Guide →]]		* '''[[Noua_60W_MOPA_Fiber_Laser\|Noua 60W MOPA Fiber Laser]]''' — For metal marking, engraving, and color marking on stainless steel, titanium, brass, and copper. Also works on ceramics and stone. ⚠️ Use portable fume extractor near machine. 📄 [[Noua_60W_MOPA_Fiber_Laser\|Full Machine Wiki Guide →]]

	* '''ComMarker Omni X 5W UV Laser''' — Ideal for engraving plastics, glass, and coated metals without heat damage. Great entry point for tumbler engraving with the R5 Rotary attachment. ⚠️ Use portable fume extractor near machine.		* '''[[ComMarker_5W_UV_Laser\|ComMarker Omni X 5W UV Laser]]''' — Ideal for engraving plastics, glass, and coated metals without heat damage. Great entry point for tumbler engraving with the R5 Rotary attachment. ⚠️ Use portable fume extractor near machine. 📄 [[ComMarker_5W_UV_Laser\|Full Machine Wiki Guide →]]

	* '''Diode Laser''' — Entry-level machine; good for light engraving on wood, leather, and some plastics. Lower power than CO2.		* '''Diode Laser''' — Entry-level machine; good for light engraving on wood, leather, and some plastics. Lower power than CO2.

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Laser Machines

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	\| '''CO2 Laser (130W)''' \|\| 130W CO2 Laser \|\| 130W, 4ft x 3ft (1219mm x 914mm) bed; autofocus status unknown<br><br>⚠️ ''Currently awaiting electrical hookup — not yet operational'' \|\| Yes — Mandatory \|\| —		\| '''CO2 Laser (130W)''' \|\| 130W CO2 Laser \|\| 130W, 4ft x 3ft (1219mm x 914mm) bed; autofocus status unknown<br><br>⚠️ ''Currently awaiting electrical hookup — not yet operational'' \|\| Yes — Mandatory \|\| —
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	\| '''MOPA Fiber Laser''' \|\| Noua 60W MOPA \|\| ~~50W~~; bed size varies by lens:<br>• 254mm lens — 160mm x 160mm (6.3" x 6.3")<br>• 420mm lens — 400mm x 400mm (15.7" x 15.7")<br><br>⚠️ Use portable fume extractor near machine<br><br>'''Software:''' LightBurn Pro required (EZCad2 Galvo controller) \|\| Yes — Mandatory \|\| [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1z7smpXW62TyvsM2q3v3bwZJoHiO8nEaH/view?usp=sharing Generic User Manual] <br> [https://www.noualaser.com/products/us-stock-mopa-marking-machine?variant=46018405073110 Noua Product Page] <br> [[Noua_60W_MOPA_Fiber_Laser\|📄 Full Machine Wiki Guide]]		\| '''MOPA Fiber Laser''' \|\| Noua 60W MOPA \|\| 60W; bed size varies by lens:<br>• 254mm lens — 160mm x 160mm (6.3" x 6.3")<br>• 420mm lens — 400mm x 400mm (15.7" x 15.7")<br><br>⚠️ Use portable fume extractor near machine<br><br>'''Software:''' LightBurn Pro required (EZCad2 Galvo controller) \|\| Yes — Mandatory \|\| [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1z7smpXW62TyvsM2q3v3bwZJoHiO8nEaH/view?usp=sharing Generic User Manual] <br> [https://www.noualaser.com/products/us-stock-mopa-marking-machine?variant=46018405073110 Noua Product Page] <br> [[Noua_60W_MOPA_Fiber_Laser\|📄 Full Machine Wiki Guide]]
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	\| '''UV Laser''' \|\| ComMarker Omni X 5W \|\| 5W UV (355nm); bed size varies by lens:<br>• 150mm lens — 150mm x 150mm — everyday workhorse for flat engraving and general work<br>• 70mm lens — 70mm x 70mm — 3D internal glass/crystal engraving and high precision work<br><br>⚠️ Use portable fume extractor near machine<br><br>'''Software:''' LightBurn Pro required, or use free [https://commarker.com/download-center#download ComMarker Studio] on your own laptop \|\| Yes — Mandatory \|\| [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1g1euMNdNRhcB70FNCqKmt4u7zEXLOLqz/view?usp=sharing User Manual] <br> [https://commarker.com/omni-x-uv-laser-engraver Omni X Product Page]		\| '''UV Laser''' \|\| ComMarker Omni X 5W \|\| 5W UV (355nm); bed size varies by lens:<br>• 150mm lens — 150mm x 150mm — everyday workhorse for flat engraving and general work<br>• 70mm lens — 70mm x 70mm — 3D internal glass/crystal engraving and high precision work<br><br>⚠️ Use portable fume extractor near machine<br><br>'''Software:''' LightBurn Pro required, or use free [https://commarker.com/download-center#download ComMarker Studio] on your own laptop \|\| Yes — Mandatory \|\| [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1g1euMNdNRhcB70FNCqKmt4u7zEXLOLqz/view?usp=sharing User Manual] <br> [https://commarker.com/omni-x-uv-laser-engraver Omni X Product Page]

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	\| '''CO2 Laser (130W)''' \|\| 130W CO2 Laser \|\| 130W, 4ft x 3ft (1219mm x 914mm) bed; autofocus status unknown<br><br>⚠️ ''Currently awaiting electrical hookup — not yet operational'' \|\| Yes — Mandatory \|\| —		\| '''CO2 Laser (130W)''' \|\| 130W CO2 Laser \|\| 130W, 4ft x 3ft (1219mm x 914mm) bed; autofocus status unknown<br><br>⚠️ ''Currently awaiting electrical hookup — not yet operational'' \|\| Yes — Mandatory \|\| —
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	\| '''MOPA Fiber Laser''' \|\| Noua ~~50W~~ MOPA \|\| 50W; bed size varies by lens:<br>• 254mm lens — 160mm x 160mm (6.3" x 6.3")<br>• 420mm lens — 400mm x 400mm (15.7" x 15.7")<br><br>⚠️ Use portable fume extractor near machine<br><br>'''Software:''' LightBurn Pro required (EZCad2 Galvo controller) \|\| Yes — Mandatory \|\| [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1z7smpXW62TyvsM2q3v3bwZJoHiO8nEaH/view?usp=sharing Generic User Manual] <br> [https://www.noualaser.com/products/us-stock-mopa-marking-machine?variant=46018405073110 Noua Product Page] <br> [[~~Noua_86W_MOPA_Fiber_Laser~~\|📄 Full Machine Wiki Guide]]		\| '''MOPA Fiber Laser''' \|\| Noua 60W MOPA \|\| 50W; bed size varies by lens:<br>• 254mm lens — 160mm x 160mm (6.3" x 6.3")<br>• 420mm lens — 400mm x 400mm (15.7" x 15.7")<br><br>⚠️ Use portable fume extractor near machine<br><br>'''Software:''' LightBurn Pro required (EZCad2 Galvo controller) \|\| Yes — Mandatory \|\| [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1z7smpXW62TyvsM2q3v3bwZJoHiO8nEaH/view?usp=sharing Generic User Manual] <br> [https://www.noualaser.com/products/us-stock-mopa-marking-machine?variant=46018405073110 Noua Product Page] <br> [[Noua_60W_MOPA_Fiber_Laser\|📄 Full Machine Wiki Guide]]
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	\| '''UV Laser''' \|\| ComMarker Omni X 5W \|\| 5W UV (355nm); bed size varies by lens:<br>• 150mm lens — 150mm x 150mm — everyday workhorse for flat engraving and general work<br>• 70mm lens — 70mm x 70mm — 3D internal glass/crystal engraving and high precision work<br><br>⚠️ Use portable fume extractor near machine<br><br>'''Software:''' LightBurn Pro required, or use free [https://commarker.com/download-center#download ComMarker Studio] on your own laptop \|\| Yes — Mandatory \|\| [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1g1euMNdNRhcB70FNCqKmt4u7zEXLOLqz/view?usp=sharing User Manual] <br> [https://commarker.com/omni-x-uv-laser-engraver Omni X Product Page]		\| '''UV Laser''' \|\| ComMarker Omni X 5W \|\| 5W UV (355nm); bed size varies by lens:<br>• 150mm lens — 150mm x 150mm — everyday workhorse for flat engraving and general work<br>• 70mm lens — 70mm x 70mm — 3D internal glass/crystal engraving and high precision work<br><br>⚠️ Use portable fume extractor near machine<br><br>'''Software:''' LightBurn Pro required, or use free [https://commarker.com/download-center#download ComMarker Studio] on your own laptop \|\| Yes — Mandatory \|\| [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1g1euMNdNRhcB70FNCqKmt4u7zEXLOLqz/view?usp=sharing User Manual] <br> [https://commarker.com/omni-x-uv-laser-engraver Omni X Product Page]

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Laser Machines

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	** '''130W CO2 Laser''' — Larger 4ft x 3ft bed; currently awaiting electrical hookup.		** '''130W CO2 Laser''' — Larger 4ft x 3ft bed; currently awaiting electrical hookup.

	* '''[[~~Noua_86W_MOPA_Fiber_Laser~~\|Noua ~~50W~~ MOPA Fiber Laser]]''' — For metal marking, engraving, and color marking on stainless steel, titanium, brass, and copper. Also works on ceramics and stone. ⚠️ Use portable fume extractor near machine. 📄 [[Noua_86W_MOPA_Fiber_Laser\|Full Machine Wiki Guide →]]		* '''[[Noua_60W_MOPA_Fiber_Laser\|Noua 60W MOPA Fiber Laser]]''' — For metal marking, engraving, and color marking on stainless steel, titanium, brass, and copper. Also works on ceramics and stone. ⚠️ Use portable fume extractor near machine. 📄 [[Noua_86W_MOPA_Fiber_Laser\|Full Machine Wiki Guide →]]

	* '''ComMarker Omni X 5W UV Laser''' — Ideal for engraving plastics, glass, and coated metals without heat damage. Great entry point for tumbler engraving with the R5 Rotary attachment. ⚠️ Use portable fume extractor near machine.		* '''ComMarker Omni X 5W UV Laser''' — Ideal for engraving plastics, glass, and coated metals without heat damage. Great entry point for tumbler engraving with the R5 Rotary attachment. ⚠️ Use portable fume extractor near machine.

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Laser Machines

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	== Laser Machines ==		== Laser Machines ==

	* '''CO2 Lasers''' — Best for cutting and engraving non-metals (wood, acrylic, leather, fabric, paper, anodized aluminum, and more).		* '''CO2 Lasers''' — Best for cutting and engraving non-metals (wood, acrylic, leather, fabric, paper, anodized aluminum, and more).
	** '''[[OMTech_80W_CO2_Laser\|OMTech 80W CO2 Laser]]''' (Red/Black) — Primary workhorse machine; fully operational. 📄 [[OMTech_80W_CO2_Laser\|Full Machine Wiki Guide →]]		** '''[[OMTech_80W_CO2_Laser\|OMTech 80W CO2 Laser]]''' (Red/Black) — Primary workhorse machine; fully operational. 📄 [[OMTech_80W_CO2_Laser\|Full Machine Wiki Guide →]]
	** '''130W CO2 Laser''' — Larger 4ft x 3ft bed; currently awaiting electrical hookup.		** '''130W CO2 Laser''' — Larger 4ft x 3ft bed; currently awaiting electrical hookup.

	* '''Noua 50W MOPA Fiber Laser''' — For metal marking, engraving, and color marking on stainless steel, titanium, brass, and copper. Also works on ceramics and stone. ⚠️ Use portable fume extractor near machine.		* '''[[Noua_86W_MOPA_Fiber_Laser\|Noua 50W MOPA Fiber Laser]]''' — For metal marking, engraving, and color marking on stainless steel, titanium, brass, and copper. Also works on ceramics and stone. ⚠️ Use portable fume extractor near machine. 📄 [[Noua_86W_MOPA_Fiber_Laser\|Full Machine Wiki Guide →]]

	* '''ComMarker Omni X 5W UV Laser''' — Ideal for engraving plastics, glass, and coated metals without heat damage. Great entry point for tumbler engraving with the R5 Rotary attachment. ⚠️ Use portable fume extractor near machine.		* '''ComMarker Omni X 5W UV Laser''' — Ideal for engraving plastics, glass, and coated metals without heat damage. Great entry point for tumbler engraving with the R5 Rotary attachment. ⚠️ Use portable fume extractor near machine.
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	== Equipment ==		== Equipment ==

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Laser Machines

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	\| '''CO2 Laser (130W)''' \|\| 130W CO2 Laser \|\| 130W, 4ft x 3ft (1219mm x 914mm) bed; autofocus status unknown<br><br>⚠️ ''Currently awaiting electrical hookup — not yet operational'' \|\| Yes — Mandatory \|\| —		\| '''CO2 Laser (130W)''' \|\| 130W CO2 Laser \|\| 130W, 4ft x 3ft (1219mm x 914mm) bed; autofocus status unknown<br><br>⚠️ ''Currently awaiting electrical hookup — not yet operational'' \|\| Yes — Mandatory \|\| —
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	\| '''MOPA Fiber Laser''' \|\| Noua 50W MOPA \|\| 50W; bed size varies by lens:<br>• 254mm lens — 160mm x 160mm (6.3" x 6.3")<br>• 420mm lens — 400mm x 400mm (15.7" x 15.7")<br><br>⚠️ Use portable fume extractor near machine<br><br>'''Software:''' LightBurn Pro required (EZCad2 Galvo controller) \|\| Yes — Mandatory \|\| [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1z7smpXW62TyvsM2q3v3bwZJoHiO8nEaH/view?usp=sharing Generic User Manual] <br> [https://www.noualaser.com/products/us-stock-mopa-marking-machine?variant=46018405073110 Noua Product Page]		\| '''MOPA Fiber Laser''' \|\| Noua 50W MOPA \|\| 50W; bed size varies by lens:<br>• 254mm lens — 160mm x 160mm (6.3" x 6.3")<br>• 420mm lens — 400mm x 400mm (15.7" x 15.7")<br><br>⚠️ Use portable fume extractor near machine<br><br>'''Software:''' LightBurn Pro required (EZCad2 Galvo controller) \|\| Yes — Mandatory \|\| [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1z7smpXW62TyvsM2q3v3bwZJoHiO8nEaH/view?usp=sharing Generic User Manual] <br> [https://www.noualaser.com/products/us-stock-mopa-marking-machine?variant=46018405073110 Noua Product Page] <br> [[Noua_86W_MOPA_Fiber_Laser\|📄 Full Machine Wiki Guide]]
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	\| '''UV Laser''' \|\| ComMarker Omni X 5W \|\| 5W UV (355nm); bed size varies by lens:<br>• 150mm lens — 150mm x 150mm — everyday workhorse for flat engraving and general work<br>• 70mm lens — 70mm x 70mm — 3D internal glass/crystal engraving and high precision work<br><br>⚠️ Use portable fume extractor near machine<br><br>'''Software:''' LightBurn Pro required, or use free [https://commarker.com/download-center#download ComMarker Studio] on your own laptop \|\| Yes — Mandatory \|\| [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1g1euMNdNRhcB70FNCqKmt4u7zEXLOLqz/view?usp=sharing User Manual] <br> [https://commarker.com/omni-x-uv-laser-engraver Omni X Product Page]		\| '''UV Laser''' \|\| ComMarker Omni X 5W \|\| 5W UV (355nm); bed size varies by lens:<br>• 150mm lens — 150mm x 150mm — everyday workhorse for flat engraving and general work<br>• 70mm lens — 70mm x 70mm — 3D internal glass/crystal engraving and high precision work<br><br>⚠️ Use portable fume extractor near machine<br><br>'''Software:''' LightBurn Pro required, or use free [https://commarker.com/download-center#download ComMarker Studio] on your own laptop \|\| Yes — Mandatory \|\| [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1g1euMNdNRhcB70FNCqKmt4u7zEXLOLqz/view?usp=sharing User Manual] <br> [https://commarker.com/omni-x-uv-laser-engraver Omni X Product Page]

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Laser Machines

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	! Item !! Model !! Specifications !! Safety Training Required !! Owner's Manual & Resources		! Item !! Model !! Specifications !! Safety Training Required !! Owner's Manual & Resources
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			\| '''CO2 Laser (80W)''' \|\| OMTech 80W \|\| 80W, 28" x 20" (500mm x 700mm) bed; autofocus currently disabled (pending repair) \|\| Yes — Mandatory \|\| [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hcKJSHRzTdpwq4P3jTkVqSOEjJwofwf0/view?usp=sharing User Manual] <br> [[OMTech_80W_CO2_Laser\|📄 Full Machine Wiki Guide]]


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	\| '''CO2 Laser (80W)''' \|\| OMTech 80W \|\| 80W, 28" x 20" (500mm x 700mm) bed; autofocus currently disabled (pending repair) \|\| Yes — Mandatory \|\| [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hcKJSHRzTdpwq4P3jTkVqSOEjJwofwf0/view?usp=sharing User Manual] <br> ~~'''~~[[OMTech_80W_CO2_Laser\|📄 Full Machine Wiki Guide]]~~'''~~

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	\| '''CO2 Laser (130W)''' \|\| 130W CO2 Laser \|\| 130W, 4ft x 3ft (1219mm x 914mm) bed; autofocus status unknown<br><br>⚠️ ''Currently awaiting electrical hookup — not yet operational'' \|\| Yes — Mandatory \|\| —		\| '''CO2 Laser (130W)''' \|\| 130W CO2 Laser \|\| 130W, 4ft x 3ft (1219mm x 914mm) bed; autofocus status unknown<br><br>⚠️ ''Currently awaiting electrical hookup — not yet operational'' \|\| Yes — Mandatory \|\| —

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	== Laser Machines ==		== Laser Machines ==

	* '''CO2 Lasers''' — Best for cutting and engraving non-metals (wood, acrylic, leather, fabric, paper, anodized aluminum, and more).		* '''CO2 Lasers''' — Best for cutting and engraving non-metals (wood, acrylic, leather, fabric, paper, anodized aluminum, and more).
	** '''OMTech 80W CO2 Laser''' (Red/Black) — Primary workhorse machine; fully operational.		** '''[[OMTech_80W_CO2_Laser\|OMTech 80W CO2 Laser]]''' (Red/Black) — Primary workhorse machine; fully operational. 📄 [[OMTech_80W_CO2_Laser\|Full Machine Wiki Guide →]]
	** '''130W CO2 Laser''' — Larger 4ft x 3ft bed; currently awaiting electrical hookup.		** '''130W CO2 Laser''' — Larger 4ft x 3ft bed; currently awaiting electrical hookup.

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	== Equipment ==		== Equipment ==
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	! Item !! Model !! Specifications !! Safety Training Required !! Owner's Manual & Resources		! Item !! Model !! Specifications !! Safety Training Required !! Owner's Manual & Resources
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	\| '''CO2 Laser (80W)''' \|\| OMTech 80W \|\| 80W, 28" x 20" (500mm x 700mm) bed; autofocus currently disabled (pending repair) \|\| Yes — Mandatory \|\| [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hcKJSHRzTdpwq4P3jTkVqSOEjJwofwf0/view?usp=sharing User Manual]


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			\| '''CO2 Laser (80W)''' \|\| OMTech 80W \|\| 80W, 28" x 20" (500mm x 700mm) bed; autofocus currently disabled (pending repair) \|\| Yes — Mandatory \|\| [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hcKJSHRzTdpwq4P3jTkVqSOEjJwofwf0/view?usp=sharing User Manual] <br> '''[[OMTech_80W_CO2_Laser\|📄 Full Machine Wiki Guide]]'''

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	\| '''CO2 Laser (130W)''' \|\| 130W CO2 Laser \|\| 130W, 4ft x 3ft (1219mm x 914mm) bed; autofocus status unknown<br><br>⚠️ ''Currently awaiting electrical hookup — not yet operational'' \|\| Yes — Mandatory \|\| —		\| '''CO2 Laser (130W)''' \|\| 130W CO2 Laser \|\| 130W, 4ft x 3ft (1219mm x 914mm) bed; autofocus status unknown<br><br>⚠️ ''Currently awaiting electrical hookup — not yet operational'' \|\| Yes — Mandatory \|\| —

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 ! Material !! Cut !! Engrave !! Notes
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-| Wood / Plywood || Yes || Yes || Use air assist, watch for resin flare-ups
+| Wood / Plywood || Yes || Yes || Use air assist; watch for resin flare-ups
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-| MDF || Yes || Yes || Heavy smoke, ensure good ventilation
+| MDF || Yes || Yes || Heavy smoke — ensure ventilation is running
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 | Acrylic (Cast) || Yes || Yes || Best results, clean cuts
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-| Acrylic (Extruded) || Yes || Caution || Tends to melt, less crisp engraving
+| Acrylic (Extruded) || Yes || Caution || Tends to melt; less crisp engraving
 |-
-| Paper / Cardboard || Yes || Yes || Low power, fire risk
+| Paper / Cardboard || Yes || Yes || Low power; fire risk — monitor closely
 |-
-| Leather (Veg-tanned) || Yes || Yes || NOT chrome-tanned
+| Leather (Veg-tanned) || Yes || Yes || NOT chrome-tanned leather
 |-
-| Cotton / Natural Fabrics || Yes || Yes || Low power, watch for ignition
+| Cotton / Natural Fabrics || Yes || Yes || Low power; watch for ignition
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 | Cork || Yes || Yes || Low power
 |-
-| Rubber (Laser-safe) || Yes || Yes || Only use laser-rated rubber
+| Rubber (Laser-safe only) || Yes || Yes || Only use laser-rated rubber
 |-
 | Anodized Aluminum || No || Yes || Engraving only
 |-
-| Glass || No || Yes || Engrave only, with care
+| Cotton / Natural Fabrics || Yes (light) || Yes || Low power; watch for ignition
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-| Slate / Stone || No || Yes || Engrave only
+| Coated/Painted Metals || Yes || Removes coating to expose metal
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 === Material Safety — Prohibited Materials ===