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In the Beginning, There Was Light

What Is a Laser Cutter? – Simply Explained

Brian Obudho
Published Aug 31, 2019

The process sure sounds cool, but you might have caught yourself wondering: What is a laser cutter? Dig into this lengthy guide where break down laser cutting.

Contents

Introducing the Laser Cutter
How Laser Cutting Works
Cutting vs Engraving vs Marking
The Main Types of Laser Cutters
Pros and Cons
Buying
Designing for Laser Cutting
Laser Cutter Applications
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