I would not recommend anyone do laser cutting/engraving without actual exhaust... unless they have active exhaust for the room in some way. Such as in a warehouse setting that has it's own roof exhaust. No filter unit for a laser is going to be 100% effective. Either figure out the exhaust system or rent a place where it can be implemented. For a lot of people, that means not having the machine at home. Ultimately there are no laws about having these machines in a residential property, but it's still not safe. Ideal setup is having ventilation for the room + filter unit exhausting directly outside.
I dont think anyone should use budget or DIY filter options for that reason. I have an expensive air quality monitor and when my filters are clean there is barely a blip in the radar when running. However off-gassing once the laser lid is opened and material removed is inevitable even with a great exhaust. Always have a room filter running as well almost 24/7.
Super helpful thread here.@@justinlaser - what monitor do you use for air quality? I've got a HEPA air purifier with a monitor built in, but I'm not sure how accurate it is and I might want to upgrade. Cheers.
Darn good list!! I would add to follow groups using the brands you are interested in. Users will share the ups and downs with a machine and interfacing with the company. Do you have the skills or aptitude to handle the challenges users face? I wish I had followed the group with my first laser,I would have run in the other direction…and it was not a cheap one. Unrelated question… you do a lot of acrylic, how often you you have to change the charcoal filter portion?
Absolutely! Im still in groups for lasers I never ended up buying lol. I end up changing the charcoal filter about every 3 months-ish. Acrylic exhaust isnt super particulate heavy like wood so the Pre-filter and HEPA last much longer than that.
For anyone out there that has already bought their first laser: What is a consideration YOU would add to the list? Add a comment! ✅
All good stuff, listen to this guy! he is helping you save lots of headaches down the road!
Haha you the man!
Any diy alternative?
Thank you for the detailed video for first-time laser buyers. It really helps. Thanks once again.
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Justin gives no-nonsense info. This will save you $$$.
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This is a really helpful and well thought out video. Thank you!
Appreciate it!
Great video! Very helpful!
I would not recommend anyone do laser cutting/engraving without actual exhaust... unless they have active exhaust for the room in some way. Such as in a warehouse setting that has it's own roof exhaust.
No filter unit for a laser is going to be 100% effective. Either figure out the exhaust system or rent a place where it can be implemented. For a lot of people, that means not having the machine at home. Ultimately there are no laws about having these machines in a residential property, but it's still not safe.
Ideal setup is having ventilation for the room + filter unit exhausting directly outside.
I dont think anyone should use budget or DIY filter options for that reason. I have an expensive air quality monitor and when my filters are clean there is barely a blip in the radar when running. However off-gassing once the laser lid is opened and material removed is inevitable even with a great exhaust. Always have a room filter running as well almost 24/7.
Super helpful thread here.@@justinlaser - what monitor do you use for air quality? I've got a HEPA air purifier with a monitor built in, but I'm not sure how accurate it is and I might want to upgrade. Cheers.
Great run-through! Thank you
Much appreciated!
Great video. Thank you for the information.
Thanks for watching!
Darn good list!!
I would add to follow groups using the brands you are interested in. Users will share the ups and downs with a machine and interfacing with the company. Do you have the skills or aptitude to handle the challenges users face? I wish I had followed the group with my first laser,I would have run in the other direction…and it was not a cheap one.
Unrelated question… you do a lot of acrylic, how often you you have to change the charcoal filter portion?
Absolutely! Im still in groups for lasers I never ended up buying lol. I end up changing the charcoal filter about every 3 months-ish. Acrylic exhaust isnt super particulate heavy like wood so the Pre-filter and HEPA last much longer than that.
@@justinlaser Thanks!
What are your thoughts about the Longer Ray5 20W diode laser? Looking to up my tumbler business by engraving color designs.
PPE, good eye protection 🥽 laser goggles. Not to rely on the ones that come in the box.
GREAT consideration!
Can xTool F1 Ultra engrave on coated plastic phone cases?