NODE:FORGE ▸ CO2-LASER
CO₂ Laser
100W CO₂
100W CO₂ laser for non-metal materials. Flame-polishes acrylic edges, cuts up to 0.5" in a single pass. 20×28" bed handles signage, display, and prototyping work. Air-assist standard on all cuts.
8 specs6 capabilities4 refsOPERATIONAL
SPECIFICATIONS
TypeCO₂ gas laser
Power100W
Wavelength10.6 µm
Bed Size20 × 28 in (508 × 711 mm)
Max Cut0.5" (12.7 mm) acrylic single pass
Kerf~0.008" (0.20 mm) — compensated in toolpath
MaterialsCast acrylic, extruded acrylic, wood, plywood, leather, paper, glass, anodized aluminum
FeaturesFlame-polished acrylic edges, air assist, auto-focus
CAPABILITIES
Acrylic cutting with flame-polished edgesWood and plywood raster engraving and cuttingGlass frosted engravingLeather and fabric processingPaper and cardstock cuttingAnodized aluminum marking
TRAINING_&_REFERENCE
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LightBurn Softwarelink
Layout, editing, and control software for laser cutters. Handles kerf compensation in toolpath.
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Material Compatibility Chartnote
PVC and vinyl = NO (chlorine gas — lethal + destroys optics). Polycarbonate, ABS, fiberglass, PTFE = NO. Approved materials list posted at station.
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Focus & Bed Calibrationnote
Auto-focus or manual gauge block — check every material change. Out of focus = wide, weak cut.
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Ventilation Protocolnote
Exhaust fan must be on and vented outside before the laser fires. No exceptions — even 'safe' materials produce carcinogenic smoke. Fire watch: never leave a running laser unattended.
NOTES
Workhorse for signage, displays, and organic-material work. Vector = cutting lines. Raster = filled-area engraving. Most jobs use both in sequence.