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Hobby laser engraving machine
€2.899,00 ex.VAT | €3.507,79 incl
Our hobby laser engraving machine with 40W CO2 laser power offers high precision and versatility for engraving and cutting various materials such as wood, leather, paper and cardboard. With a manual height adjustable workbed of 300 x 220mm and compatibility with software such as Laserworks and Lightburn, this machine is perfect for home users and small business owners. This machine is ideal for personalizing wooden objects, making leather accessories, creating paper artwork and much more. The machine is easy to use, powerful and safe, with built-in emergency stop and protective housing. Order now and start creating!
- Laser engraving from wood, leather, cardboard, glass and plastics
- Laser cutting of thin (up to 3-4mm) wood, leather, textiles and plastics
- Easy to operate
- Manual focus height adjustment for switching between materials
- Work surface of 300 x 220mm (A4 format!)
- Honeycomb bed
- Red point laser for easy positioning and checking of laser assignment on the workpiece
- Suitable for home use
Delivered to you from 200 EURO
Description
Hobby Laser Engraving Machine: The Perfect Tool for Your Creative Projects
Welcome to our product page for the hobby laser engraving machine, the ideal choice for anyone looking for precision, versatility and ease of use in one compact machine. Whether you're a passionate hobbyist or a small business owner, our laser engraving machine offers everything you need to bring your creative projects to life.
Why Choose a Hobby Laser Engraving Machine?
High Precision
Our hobby laser engraving machine is known for its exceptional accuracy. Advanced laser technology allows you to create detailed and complex designs with ease, whether engraving or cutting.
Versatility
This machine is perfect for engraving organic materials such as wood, leather, paper and cardboard, but can also handle many other materials. With a laser power of 40W you can not only engrave but also perform light cutting work with perfect precision.
User friendly
With an intuitive interface and simple operation, our laser engraving machine is accessible to both beginners and experienced users. The machine can be manually adjusted in height and has a working bed of 300 x 220 mm, which fits perfectly for an A4 format. The machine is Ruida compatible and works with software such as Laserworks and Lightburn, just like our larger CO2 laser machines.
Powerful and Efficient
Despite its compact size, this machine offers powerful performance. With a 40W CO2 laser you can effortlessly cut and engrave through various materials, ensuring that your projects are carried out professionally and accurately.
Sustainability and Safety
Our laser engraving machine is built to last. The sturdy construction and built-in safety features, such as an emergency stop button and protective housing, ensure safe and reliable operation.
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Applications for home users
Laser engraving – personalize everything with precision
With the MetaQuip MQ3020 hobby laser machine you can effortlessly laser engrave a large number of materials, such as wood, leather, textiles, glass, mirror, anodized or painted metal materials and various types of plastics. Choose these machines and discover the versatility of laser engraving!
Laser cutting - cutting speed and precision
The MetaQuip MQ3020 hobby laser machine can also be used for light cutting of textile materials, wood, leather, and plastics such as PMMA/acrylic/Plexiglas.
| Laser Power | Acrylic Plexiglass | Textile Learn | Wood | Marble |
| 40W | 3-5 mm | Good results at low speeds | 2-4 mm | Too low power |
Examples of applications
The hobby laser engraving machine is versatile and suitable for a wide range of creative projects. Here are some inspiring examples of what you can create:
Paper and Cardboard Artworks
Create intricate papercut designs for cards, decorations and artwork.
Unique Leather Accessories
Create custom leather bracelets, wallets and keychains with detailed engravings.
Personalizing Wooden Objects
Engrave names, logos or images on cutting boards, jewelry boxes, photo frames and more.
Model building
Cut and engrave parts for model building projects with precision and ease.
Toys and Educational Materials
Design and create custom wooden toys and educational tools for children.
Custom Decorations
Decorate glass, ceramic and metal with personalized designs for home decoration or as personalized gifts.
Included as standard
The MQ3020 hobby laser engraving machine comes with air compressor which ensures that lens and laser head stays clean as long as possible and industrial water cooler which ensures that the laser tube remains cooled during lasering. All you need to provide is a place for the machine, a 230VAC socket and an air outlet. A duct fan or air filter are not supplied as standard and can be ordered separately.
Hobby Laser Machine
Hobby CO2 laser machine, workbed 300 x 220mm (A4 format)
Industrial Water Cooler
The laser tube is actively cooled by means of a water cooler.
Air compressor
A compressor system creates excess pressure in the laser head, making the lenses less likely to become dirty.
Laser software & manual
The laser software supports the creation of simple designs, but also the import of vector files and images.
Product manual (available in several languages) and software manual. You also get access to the MetaQuip support website (NL, EN)
Technical Specifications of the Hobby Laser Engraving Machine
- Working area: 300 x 220mm (A4 format)
- Laser Type: Glass Sealed-off CO, laser tube, wavelength 10.6 um
- Laser Power: 40W
- Laser Tube Cooling: Water Cooling with demineralised water
- Laser output power: 0-100%
- Engraving Speed: 0-100mm/s
- Cutting speed: 0-40mm/s
- Working voltage AC230v / 110V +/- 10%, 50-60Hz
- Position Accuracy: +/- 0.05mm
- Minimal Character Size: 1mm
- Machine Power: <300W
- Environment: Temperature 5-40 degrees Celsius
- Humidity: 5-95%
- Weight (approx): 35kg
- Dimensions [L x W x H]: 80 x 63 x 30cm (without legs)
- Control Software:
- Laserworks (included): Windows
- Lightburn (optional):Windows, MAC OSX, Linux 32 and 64 bits
- Supported formats Laserworks
- Vector: AI, DXF, SVG, HPGL, PLT, RD
- Images: BPM, JPG, JPEG, PNG, GIF, TGA
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum material size I can engrave?
Our hobby laser engraving machine can process materials up to a size of 300 x 220 mm, ideal for processing A4 format.
Is the machine difficult to install?
No, our laser engraving machine is designed for ease of use. Installation is simple and comes with a detailed manual and customer support.
Can I use this machine for commercial purposes?
Absolute! While the machine is ideal for hobbyists, it is also suitable for small-scale commercial projects and can help grow your business. This machine is also suitable for thin cutting work, but if you want to cut a lot, we would recommend at least the CO2 LITE 2+ recommend or our CO2 PRODUCTION machines.
Conclusion
If you are looking for a reliable, versatile and precise laser engraving machine, our hobby laser engraving machine is the perfect choice for you. View our collection today and discover the possibilities this innovative tool has to offer. Order now and start creating!
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Guarantee
The warranty on the machine is 1 year, on laser tubes up to 40W this is 6 months.
More about laser tubesInstallation
The MetaQuip Support website offers extensive instructions for installation and maintenance of your CO2 laser machine. See also the installation information for general guidelines.
Delivery & Shipping
The hobby laser engraving machine is normally available directly from stock. You can choose to pick up your CO2 laser machine yourself or have it delivered. MetaQuip can also install your machine at your location and will provide you with basic training. Select installation and training in the additional order options.
Compatible with Lightburn
Here is an example of a design created in Canva that is then made suitable for the hobby laser engraving machine using Lightburn laser software.
