1st Laser cutter Advice: Wood & Metal

[lonardo]

Hi everyone, I'm new to the forum. I've been working with a laser at the local maker space for about a year now and Im ready to commit to buying my first machine for my home/growing business. I mainly work with wood, plywood & hardwoods, and some leather but I would like to get into working with metals as well. The one I'm used to working with is from G-weike and is a 100W CO2 Laser.

I'm looking for the best bang for my buck on a first time laser purchase. Max Budget is around 10k with shipping and everything and I would like to be able to cut sheet metals Copper, steel, aluminum, etc. I have been looking around and there is quite a range of quality and pricing so I was wondering if anyone would like to share tips and experiences with a newbie.

What size laser tube would be required to cut 1/2inch hardwoods. How thick of metal could I cut with (x) size laser?

Any advice or recommendations would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks!~

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[allencncrouter]

Usually 1325 +130w CO2 laser tube for metal and non metal working , max 1.5mm thickness stainless steel ,not carbon steel or aluminum . Aluminum reflect light.
Cutting ply wood, leather , ok , dont suggest cutting too thickness solid wood.