How I'd Learn Laser Engraving (If I Could Start Over) 

Hey @Vintauri - I take that as a huge compliment, since I've watched quite a few of your laser videos. Thanks for the comment!

@@mikeledee8786 I’m not sure exactly what part you’re referring to, but you could be looking at the layer responsible for engraving the labels around the cut test. If that’s the case, then the purpose of that is just to make the cut test easier to read. If that doesn’t answer your question, then I’d suggest watching the power/speed test crash course video that was published on my RU-vid channel earlier this year. Cheers.

Thanks, John! That's great to hear!

Generally I'd lean towards a diode machine like the S1, but if you need to do white acrylic a co2 machine will probably work a lot better for that. Anyway, best of luck making your final call!

@@asherdiy Thanks for the advice. It's hard to find information as very few people use them specifically for Model Railroads.. People tend to use them for making other things and to make money from them. I want a good machine.. I just don't need to go over kill!! the k40+ is $300 cheaper than the S1. I believe it has a better accuracy as well being CO2... but all need to me.. :) Thanks again.

@@CGngauge - just one note to add here: co2 does not necessarily equal more accuracy. In fact, diode lasers are often more accurate, because the size of the beam is smaller, allowing the laser to be more precise on engravings. Definitely fair on the price though, lasers can get pricey fast.

@@asherdiy Thank you.. for the guidance.. I've subscribed and look forward to your other videos you have planned for the series. Most of the modelling will be Laserboard. Again.. it's a learning curve as I model out of Polystyrene sheets and I know that can;t be laser cut... So figuring this all out to get the right machine that will do what I need.. :)

@@Enjoythevue are you asking if paper can be engraved? If yes, then it is possible, and I’ve done it myself with thick linen blend paper. You can see the photo album video on my channel for an example. You’ve got to be careful with paper though, because it can catch on fire if things aren’t quite right. I also only use plain non-coated/non-painted papers because I don’t know what kind of fumes other kinds might generate. Hope that helps!

I’ve never tried tissue paper, but my guess is that would be pretty difficult to engrave without it catching fire, since the sheets are so thin.