Hello Creekers,
I want to buy an inexpensive laser machine...
I know this topic has been covered ad nauseum. I have poured through previous posts about inexpensive lasers but am still undecided on what to purchase. Due to either the age of the post (possibly outdated info) OR my circumstances being a little different, I wanted to bring it up again.
-I will be cutting mostly acrylic and card stock on a hobby basis. Cut needs to be crisp with no wavering on a straight line.
-With that in mind I think a 30w, 24"x12"ish (Im flexible with bed size), should do just fine.
-My main concern is reliability. I have worked with Epilogs, Universals & Trotecs in the past. As a result I currently have an unfounded distrust of Chinese machines, but I may need to suck it up given my cost parameters...
Am I over reacting about the Chinese machines? Im also looking at used machines as an option (demonstrations are a must!)... good idea, bad idea?
Any insight you folks could provide about purchasing a ~$2000 laser machine would be very appreciated.
Thanks!