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Hello! I've been researching all the leather cutting options for a while now. So I am new at leathercrafting but I would like to find a way to make perfect cuts so I could make good products. I have very little space - 1.5x1.5 sq.m. and I need a little machine for that purpose. The options I researched are as follows: Laser To use a laser for cutting skin, it is necessary that the laser has a power of at least 10 watts. Mandatory should be added air assist to get less skin burns, encloser, as well as perfect ventilation. My space is easy open air area and I would not have problem with ventilating. Lasers that would work for me are the following: Wainlux K8 - That would be the best option due to size and portability. The big downside is the working area /130x130 mm maximum/; Longer Ray5 10 W - may the best option for me. Ortur LM3 Laser Ortur LM3 LE Laser Engraving & Cutting Machine Atomstack X12 Pro Atomstack P9 M50 xTool M1 10W - best quality. May be the first laser and also with blade for cutting. CNC with drag knife - looks good but very big and loudly. Not compatible for me. Cricut Maker 3 & Cameo 5 - both look amazing. They can cut leather but I don`t know. i would like to know your opinion about that those two. Sizzix - I find on amazon "superdant" store. There cutting dies for leather which work with sizzix - 1/2/3/4 . But that`s it. I don`t know if they can make it custom patterns and I have doubts for the quality. Clicker press - I think that would be the best option for me to buy low cost clicker press. I was looking that ones by vevor: 1/2/3 . I have problem with their weight - around 30-40 kg. I was looking for a smaller by zonesun like that ones: 1/2/3 - but I would by a machine for 120-200 $ and pay 200 $ shipping .... Arbor press - looks good for 50-100 $ I could buy an arbor press 1 or 2 tons. But than I have to order a base and the only good option I found is that one - link . The cost is 120 $ without taxes and shipping so no thanks. I would like to start with wallets and small stuff - no bigger than a medium bag. I try to cut by hand but the finish is not good enough for me. I don`t like it and got frustrated. I'm already seriously confused about which path to choose to start with. I ask for your opinion.

Universal Laser Engraver VLS 6.60 - 60 Watt. I bought this new in December 2010. It has not seen much use and is in great shape and works perfectly. It comes with an exhaust blower, upgraded honeycomb cutting table and CorelDraw X4 graphics Suite program to use the laser engraver. I am asking $17,500 for this whole package. This is all you need to start engraving and cutting leather. I have used it to cut up to 14 oz leather. I am in Temple, TX. Please direct message me if you are interested. Thank you, -Al Here are the Specs - Laser Material Processing Area (W x H) 32 x 18 in (813 x 457 mm) Maximum Part Size (W x H x D) 37 x 23 x 9 in (940 x 584 x 229mm) Overall Dimensions 44 x 39 x 36 in (1118 x 991 x 914 mm) Rotary Capacity Max Diameter 8 in (203 mm) Motorized Z Axis Lifting Capacity 40 lbs (18 kg) Standard Focusing Lenses 1.5 in (38 mm) 2.0 in (This is what this model has) Laser Platform Interface Panel Five button keypad Computer Requirements Requires a dedicated PC to operate. Compatible with Windows XP/Vista/7 32/64 bit. PC Connection USB 2.0 Cabinet Style Floor-Standing Laser Options 60 Watts (this is what this model is) Weight 325 lbs (147 kg) Power Requirements 110V/10A 220V-240V/5A Exhaust Requirements Two 4 in (102 mm) ports 500 CFM @ 6 in static pressure (850 m3/hr at 1.5 kPa)

My workload has increased to the point of needing to either set myself up with a Clicker or Laser Cutter. Due to the amount of complex patterns I use on a regular basis I would need to eventually invest $3,000 or more in dies to get to the efficiency level that I feel is needed. Since I am looking at a small investment in tooling I have been considering other options as well. I am wondering if anyone has had experence with CNC laser cutting leather? I generally work with latigo (usually black) in the 8-14oz range. I am specifically interested in learning what others may have experenced and what kind of edge the laser cut/what is nessesary to work it into a nice clean beveled edge? I am currently considering this machine (although maybe with a larger bed): https://www.buildyourcnc.com/item/cnc-machine-blacktooth-laser-cutter-engraver-40w Here is a youtube video of one operating: Thanks, T