Originally Posted by rcpilot82  I have been looking into getting a laser cutter and found a place called legacy lasers. www.legacylasers.com
I am looking at this one; http://www.legacylasers.com/1200_Ser..._Engraver.html planning on 120 watt.
They are close to home but was wondering if anyone has any experience with these lasers and the companys after sale service and support.
The laser would be used mostly to make RC aircraft kits both foam and balsa/lite ply. It also would be used for things like making name tags and custom signs.
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I've heard that Dean, the owner, is a stand up guy. And I think those are Rabbit lasers, which are a good brand. He's also a fellow PA guy too!
If all you want to do is cut foam, balsa, and light ply, you could save yourself a couple grand by getting the 80w. That's what mine is and it has plenty of power. The tubes and power supplies are cheaper too if you need replacements. For fine engraving make sure you get a 50mm lens (or 54mm, whatever they are called). I'm really impressed with the fine engraving detail I can get, and the kerf is narrower for cutting than with a 100mm lens.
Go for it! You will wonder how you ever got along without it, and the local parts and support is a bonus too.
Hope that helps,
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