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So we have been holding off here at J Tech Photonics on offering the newer high power diodes in the 9mm package.  Why you ask?… Read More »The New 9mm 445nm Laser Diodes are Here!

So we got an interesting question the other day:  Can you laser mark circuit boards with your laser kit?  We first thought, well sure, it… Read More »Laser Marking Circuit Boards with the 1.7W Laser Upgrade Kit

UPDATE 10/5/2022 – J Tech has designed and produces it’s own goggles, so no need to worry about our quality. When looking for laser goggles,… Read More »Be careful when buying laser safety goggles!

Can the Laser Upgrade kit cut Poster Board and Thick Card Stock? Why yes!  We have been getting this question lately by a few people… Read More »Cutting Poster Board & Card Stock Paper with the 1.7W Laser Upgrade Kit

We have been getting a lot of inquiries about the ability to cut hobby foam core board.  So we decided to cut out a bit… Read More »Cutting 1/8″ and 3/16″ Foam Board with the 1.7W laser upgrade kit

We have been wanting to try out some new materials with the upgrade kit in the lab lately to test how thick of materials can… Read More »Cutting 1/8″, 1/16″, and 1/32″ Hobby Balsa Wood with 1.7W Laser Upgrade Kit

We just published some instructions on Thingiverse.com on how to upgrade your MakerBot 3D printer with the J Tech Photonics Laser Upgrade Kit.  There you… Read More »MakerBot Laser Upgrade Instructions on Thingiverse.com

Many hobbyists who like to build their own models enjoy putting them together from pre-made kits that you order from online or get from the… Read More »Laser cutting balsa wood with 445nm 1.7W DIY laser upgrade kit

In the new era of “personalized manufacturing” the ability to create fast prototypes and small run production is a must for companies, entrepreneurs,  and hobbyists… Read More »Laser cutting solder stencils using the J Tech Photonics laser upgrade to the Makerbot 3D printer