ManateeLG Report post Posted December 21, 2022 I got a diode laser and wanted to test it out. So far, it does great for making patches. I just finished these two field notes covers and am very happy with how they turned out. I just wanted to mention that for hobby use and/or small scale production that a 5.5w diode laser can do a pretty amazing job. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hags Report post Posted December 21, 2022 Man I want one of these! I can think of a ton of apps for the local golf course, holsters, making cut and carving patterns. The list just goes on! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CdK Report post Posted December 25, 2022 I have a 10W laser and I not only use it for engraving but for cutting 8oz veg tan. Using the Lightburn software along with a mounted camera it is easy to duplicate or capture existing artwork/patterns. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ArkieNewbie Report post Posted January 25, 2023 On 12/25/2022 at 1:31 AM, BliksemDonder said: I have a 10W laser and I not only use it for engraving but for cutting 8oz veg tan. Using the Lightburn software along with a mounted camera it is easy to duplicate or capture existing artwork/patterns. How does that camera feature work? I haven't used it but I am having trouble getting my work pieces in the right spot for where I want the laser to engrave. On 12/20/2022 at 11:10 PM, ManateeLG said: I just finished these two field notes covers and am very happy with how they turned out. These look great! That hog would be very popular here in Arkansas. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Michael Sheldon Report post Posted January 25, 2023 I've got a 10W diode. So far, I haven't used it directly on leather, but I have used it quite a lot for cutting MDF templates. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
