Laser cutter
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We want a laser cutter.
Laser cutters used by other spaces:
| Model | Owner | Cost | Bed size | URL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HPC LS3060 | London Hackspace | 3250 | 290x570 | http://hpclaser.co.uk/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1&products_id=39 |
| HPC LS3020 | Nottinghack | 1125 | 300x210 | http://hpclaser.co.uk/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1&products_id=40 |
| Epilog Mini 24 40W | FabLab Manchester | (Estimated) 11450 | 300x600 | http://www.epiloglaser.co.uk/legend_mini24.htm |
Other cutters
| Model | Cost | Bed size | URL |
|---|---|---|---|
| HPC LS1290 | 6250 | 1200x900 | http://hpclaser.co.uk/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1&products_id=2 |
| HPC LS2412 | 13950 | 2440x1220 | http://hpclaser.co.uk/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1&products_id=19 |
Costs are ex VAT
For comparison, a 1200x900 laser cutter from Shenhui (who appear to be the internet's Chinese supplier of choice) comes in at US$4000 + US$250 seafreight + 4.5% import duty + delivery (or collection) from Felixstowe - that's roughly £2775 ex VAT.
Replacement tubes
Replacement tubes cost £195 ex VAT for a 40W HPC tube (LS3020/LS3060) and £350 ex VAT for an 80W (LS1290). They are rated at 1000 hours, although this is heavily dependent on careful calibration of the machine and will be much lower if it's misconfigured.
