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It’s time to clean out our closet and tell you about Laser cleaning machines; how they work, what materials they can process, what’s the difference between the models, and how to choose one for you. Let’s start! What is Laser cleaning and how does it work? High-energy laser that burns rust, paint, or corrosion, but…

The adventure only begins with purchasing the CO2 laser machine, as you will still need to assemble it. But don’t worry, we’re here to help! For this occasion, we have prepared a guide for installing the laser tube into the machine. And if anything goes wrong, we have online support always ready to assist you….

As with all machines, CO2 laser equipment requires maintenance from time to time. In this article, we will describe how to strain the belts of your machine. And why is it important to do that in the first place? 3M belts Wattsan machines have 3M belts. They feature larger tooth sizes, ensuring prolonged service life…

You’ve bought your first CNC router and are not sure what to do with the delivered wooden box at your doorstep. Don’t worry, in this article we will tell you how to prepare a newly bought machine for work! Also, for your comfort, we have a video of this whole process. So, let’s begin! Step…

The CNC router machine is quite low-maintenance, but it still requires care. In this article, we will tell you how to provide the proper CNC router machine maintenance to ensure it lasts as long as possible. Lubrication The first and most important thing is the kinematic components. They are the most vulnerable part of the…

In this article we will talk about one very interesting type of CNC router machine, on which chair legs of your seat or balusters on the stairs you took to get somewhere where made. This is a 4-axis CNC router machine! What is a 4-axis CNC router machine Most routers have three axes: X, Y,…

As you can tell from the title, today we’re going to look at an extremely advanced technology, namely laser welding. We will look at its principle, advantages and places of use, compare it to the more traditional welding to find out whether LBW is really good or whether it is better to choose alternatives. Is…

Hi! An Lee is here. It’s difficult to get rid of prejudices, however hard we try. We have a lot of different “presets” in our mind, which are placed there by the internet, the words of others, or previous experience. Today, I will discuss myths about CNC machines that people have! What is CNC Let’s…

Wood is one of the most popular, widespread, accessible and environmentally friendly resources on earth. It can be found in all spheres of human activity: household, industry, construction, etc. There are many technologies and methods for its processing, each of which differs in terms of technology, cost and quality of manufactured products. One of the…

A lot of things in our lives are made by machines. Lasers, millers, or welders. Today we’ll  discuss laser machines, and how to choose the right one for your production. Types of laser machines Let’s begin with the basics — kinds of equipment. Lasers are divided into 3 big groups: diode, fiber and CO2. We…

Plastic Laser Cutters Before we get started looking at equipment, it’s essential to learn the nature of the material, its properties, varieties, and whether it can be processed. Optionally, you can check out our articles as well for a thorough understanding of manufacturing leather and paper. What’s a plastic?  It’s a hand-made material that is…

In this article we will introduce you to the best CNC routers for hobby, tell you how to choose such equipment, what types of wood it is capable of processing and what products can be made with the help of this machine. Top 3 CNC routers for hobby What should a hobby milling machine look…

In this article we will look at how a UV marker differs from a fiber optic marker, how a UV marker works and how to choose one. What is the difference between a UV marker and a fiber optic marker? The main difference is the wavelength, for example, fiber-optic machines have a wavelength of 1064…

Cutting boards from natural wood are a sought-after product. Let us find out how to make a cutting board for food and beverage serving using a CO2 laser machine and a CNC router. Why it is important to select high quality equipment The first task is to select suitable equipment. It is important that the…

What do you need to cut foam for? Packaging, decorations, signs? There are many more ways to use this material, and in this article we will tell you how to properly cut it!  Where is it being used? At the end of the day we have balusters, photo zones, arches, snowflakes, moldings, faux fireplaces, columns,…

As they say, lesser leather never weathered wetter weather better. This material has been with us for centuries, and we’ve made tons of things from it, even “glass” for windows back in the times. Nowadays, we have new tools to work on and old materials to figure out the manufacturing process for. In this article…

We know that lasers can cut metal, wood, acrylic and leather. But can a laser cut a thin and flammable material like paper? Whatever you want! But first let’s find out what kind of paper you want to work with. Yes, there are different types and you need to know their characteristics before you start…

Neon signs with red lights, glass in the hands, heavy rainаfall behind a window drums on the canopy, and because of it headlamps of the awaiting outside car are not well-visible… In that half-noir scene, all of the decorations might be acrylic! Don’t you believe us? Read on, and we’ll tell you what can be…

Laser cutting machine for plywood Now we are going to show you one piece of art made of wood and plywood. And we are not exaggerating! It was made by Phillip Roberts. This creation contains 12 layers of expertly cut material and was crafted using a laser machine. Yes! This type of precise work requires…

With a laser engraving machine, it is possible to produce custom-made stamps and seals. This equipment is fast and precise ensuring cutting out the smallest patterns. The first thing that Wattsan experts recommend paying attention to is what material is planned to be processed. Seals are made of special 2-3 mm thick rubber. It should…

What machine can engrave stone?  Experts recommend engraving on stone on a laser machine. So let us study out what criteria should be taken into account when choosing the equipment and how to create high quality items.  Advantages of laser machines for stone engraving. Stone engraving is mostly used for souvenir production and manufacturing of…

Cloth is one of the most ancient inventions of the human kind alongside fire, religion, or weapon. And new technologies always partially get inserted into the fashion production. Even 3D printing has found its place in the textile. And today we will talk about the laser industry in the fuse with the cloth. Advantages of…

This article aims to provide readers with an understanding of acrylic, including its qualities, types, and applications, as well as the optimal processing method. Thus, plexiglass, often known as acrylic, is a transparent thermoplastic resin. It offers several benefits. Here are some of them: In general, acrylic’s used for a lot of things in various…

Since the late 1960s, laser marking has been employed in industry. A lot has changed in the previous fifty years: small businesses and creative workshops now regularly use this type of machining in addition to large-scale production facilities. In any case, what do we know about it? In order to better understand laser marking on…

A desktop CNC router is modern compact machine with relatively low productivity, with which you can not only engage in your favorite hobby but also make products to order. Gradually mastering the intricacies of working on a machine, you can even establish a profitable business, for example, making furniture or advertising products. Desktop CNC Routers…

In this post, we will describe the method of engraving this material, what glass engraving machine to use, and how. What instruments to use? There are two ways to engrave glass: manual and automatic. Well, the manual is not fully manual, as it usually is: in one of the ways the micro motor rotary machine…

What is a CNC router, what is the difference between a 3 and 5 axis milling machine, and what materials can it process? That’s just a little part of those questions, which might appear when diving into the CNC world for the first time. This article is mostly for those who decided to change their…

Metals are somewhat complex to process. As a result, specialized equipment has been created to assist with the burden. Including the laser machines. In this post, we will look at the metal cutter from all angles and inside to see how it works, what types exist, and how to choose one for your business. Where…

Where are CO2 laser machines being used The trace of laser technology can be found everywhere. Let’s look around and count some of the spheres where it’s present. This wide area of applications can be explained by the potential of CO2 laser machines: they can both engrave and cut a big variety of materials. And…