20 WATT SOLID STATE LASER KIT - Store Link
This 20 Watt laser is capable of both engraving and cutting through a variety of materials. Using the included mounting bracket and the latest firmware, the 20-Watt Laser System allows you to carve and engrave with only a simple toolpath change. The 20-Watt Laser System is compatible with all HD500, HD510, and HD520 machines, and can be controlled in a similar manner to the 7-Watt and 2-Watt Laser accessories. The 20-Watt Laser System is fully compatible with V-Carve and Ready2Raster.
Features
- Quad-core Diode Laser
- 7mm Solid wood Cutting in One-PASS
- 7mm Acrylic Cutting in One-PASS
- Built-in Powerful air assist kit
- Automatic offset allowing CNC carving & laser combination projects
- Fully integrated controller
- 1024 points of gray scale
- Adjustable cradle mount for HD5 Shark CNC’s
The kit is designed to fully comply with high-powered Class 4 laser regulations.
- Keyed switch that enables the laser
- Safety Goggles for 445nm Lasers
- Multiple safety interlocks.
- Power fault protection prevents the beam from activating after a power failure.
Download the Laser manual HERE.
What is needed?
Software:
- Vcarve Desktop, Vcarve Pro, or Aspire 7.0 or higher
- Vectric’s Laser Module addon is not required to use the laser accessory
- Ready2Raster - used for picture and photo-engraving - free to download from your Next Wave Portal account
Hardware:
- Compatible with HD500, HD510, HD520 CNC machines.
- Older CNC machines must have either the Aluminum Router Clamp Conversion Kit or the Aluminum Spindle Clamp Upgrade Kit and the HD Controller and Pendant Kit.
To add the Laser accessory as a Tool in Vcarve, click here
For help finding the desired Power and feed rate, click here
Parts List:
| Description | Item ID# |
|
20 Laser Head Assembly - Mounting Bracket - Laser Head to Hub cable |
204309-2 - 204314 - 204303 |
|
Air Assist Pump - 20W Air Assist Hose |
204312 - 204309-3 - 202722 |
| 20W Laser Hub w/ Key | 204312 |
| Protective Laser Glasses | 203108 |
| 20W Z Alignment Tool | 204309-6 |
| Honeycomb Laser Bed | 204302 |