Let’s talk applications<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
First, let\u2019s discuss the different things you can do with the lasers, and then we’ll identify which laser power is best for each application. We’ll outline which laser is better for each of these categories:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Engraving Vectors<\/strong> \u2013 This type of engraving is used for signs, logos, and other vector-based art. Most engraving falls into this category.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Engraving Photos<\/strong> \u2013 This is used to create grayscale, photo-realistic images on materials.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Cutting<\/strong> \u2013 Cutting refers to the laser’s ability to slice through materials entirely.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
\n\n![\"Example](\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/24W-Cutting-Board-engraving-2-sm.jpg\")
<\/a>Vector Engraving Example<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n \n![\"Example](\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/7W-Porsche-Picture-J-Tech-Laser-sm-1024x768.jpg\")
<\/a>Photo Engraving Example<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n \n![\"Example](\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/J-Tech-Dual-Pro-14W-Laser-Cutting-0_25-inch-Home-Depot-Birch-Plywood-Final-1024x577.jpg\")
<\/a>Cutting Example<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Available laser power options<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Currently, J Tech offers four power options: 7W, 14W, 24W, 44W, and 64W 3-in-1 Laser. As power levels increase, your ability to process materials faster also increases, but so does the price. The 64W laser has three modes (24W, 44W, and 64W) which allow for even easier engraving and cutting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
![\"7W+](\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/7W-Product-Photo-3-sm.jpg\")
<\/figure>\n7W+ Laser<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- YES: Vector Engraving<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- YES: Photo Engraving<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- NO: Cutting<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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![\"J](\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/14W-Dual-PRO-SI-Highlight-4-1024x1024.jpg\")
<\/figure>\n14W PRO SI<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- YES: Vector Engraving<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- YES: Photo Engraving<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- NO*: Cutting (maybe for balsa wood and non-dense items)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
![\"J](\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/J-Tech-Photonics-QUAD-PRO-24W-Laser-Head-1-sm.jpg\")
<\/figure>\n24W PRO<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- YES: Vector Engraving<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- YES: Photo Engraving <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- YES: Cutting (go for it!)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
![\"44W](\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/J-Tech-OCTO-PRO-44W-Laser-sm7.jpg\")
<\/figure>\n44W PRO<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- YES: Vector Engraving<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- YES: Photo Engraving <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- YES: Cutting (oh yeah! Even faster!)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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![\"J](\"https:\/\/jtechphotonics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/J-Tech-Photonics-64W-Highlight-1-800.jpg\")
<\/figure>\n64W 3-in-1 PRO Laser<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- YES: Vector Engraving<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- YES: Photo Engraving <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- YES: Cutting (Fastest cutting ever!)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Bonus: dedicated crosshair alignment laser<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
Engraving Vectors<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
This is the most common type of engraving, used for personalizing items with logos, names, dates, signs, and more. All of our lasers can perform this type of engraving. The 7W will be the slowest, and the 64W will be the fastest. The faster you can engrave, the quicker your project will be completed. So, if time is a concern and you’re trying to churn out cutting boards, go for the highest power you can afford to make the most of your machine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The speed will also affect the darkness of your engraving. The faster you go, the lighter the engraving will be; the slower you go, the darker it will be. For a mid-level darkness on birch plywood at 100% power, here are the speeds you can expect:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- 7W+ : 40 to 60 inch\/min<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- 14W PRO SI : 80 to 120 inch\/min<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- 24W PRO : 160 to 240 inch\/min<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- 44W PRO : 320 to 480 inch\/min *<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- 64W PRO: 600 to 1000 inch\/min *<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
*Note, some CNC machines can’t reach the top speed with the 64W or 44W, so you will have to turn the power down or use the switch on the 64W. The J Tech PRO series V4 <\/a>can raster at this speed and higher.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Here are some examples of the 44W engraving vectors deep and dark.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Engraving Photos<\/strong> \u2013 This is used to create grayscale, photo-realistic images on materials.<\/li>\n\n\n\n