[Ben Krasnow] over at Applied Science was experimenting with cutting inexpensive ceramic sheets with his cheap CO2 laser cutter when he found that (just as expected) the thermal shock of the CO2 beam ...

If you were to walk into most of the world’s hackerspaces, it’s likely that the most frequent big-ticket tool you’ll find after a 3D printer is a laser cutter. A few years ago that would inevitably ...

These are great days for makers. Affordable 3D printers and CNC mills are popping up everywhere, opening up new worlds of production to wide ranges of designers. However, one major tool still hasn't ...

Harness the power of light with the xTool P2 laser cutter and engraver, a 55W CO2 laser that can help you achieve all your DIY dreams. Laser cutting is taking the maker world by storm, the same way ...

Why prep matters: Improperly prepared SVG files can cause wasted material, poor fit, or machine damage; clean vectors and correct settings ensure precision results. File format choices: SVG, DXF, and ...

Personalized gifting continues to drive strong demand in 2026, with more businesses investing in a reliable laser engraver to produce custom, high-quality products at scale. From Mother's Day ...

Just to kick off this party, don't get a laser head for your desktop CNC. Just don't. Xenocrates wrote up a much better reason than I could possibly do, so here it is. Non-quoted so the whole thing ...

Snapmaker has always made good three-in-one machines. Now it's focusing its sights on a dedicated laser cutter. James Bricknell Senior Editor James has been writing about technology for years but has ...

Laser cut gifts are having a moment, blending craftsmanship, personalization, and quick turnaround into one irresistible package. From plywood mandalas to engraved cutting boards, makers are using ...

Laser cutters are in a fun place right now. Gone are the days when the cheapest machines were tens of thousands of dollars, and when the “compact” models were roughly the size of a freezer. They’ve ...

Lasers are fun and exciting and can make amazing things. Small artistic businesses should invest in the P2 from xTool to make everything faster. James has been writing about technology for years but ...