Explore the top laser cutters and engravers of 2025, perfect for hobbyists and small businesses. The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we ...

xTool MetalFab is a unique laser cutter/welder that can handle materials 0.2-10mm thick. The machine can be used as a gantry laser cutter or handheld welder, delivering flexibility to metalworking ...

For $1,199, the Aura comes nearly ready to use out of the box, complete with a library of readymade designs you can use for an added cost. If you buy something from a Verge link, Vox Media may earn a ...

James has been writing about technology for years but has loved it since the early 90s. While his main areas of expertise are maker tools -- 3D printers, vinyl cutters, paper printers, and laser ...

[DIY3DTech] likes using his Ortur laser cutter for balsa wood and decided to add an air assist system to it. Some people told him it wasn’t worth the trouble, so in the video below, he compares the ...

For many small business owners, the journey from hobbyist to entrepreneur starts with a spark of creativity and a dream of building something more. This path often begins in garages or spare rooms, ...

Sadly, the usual CO 2-powered suspects in the DIY laser cutter market are woefully incapable of cutting metal. Sure, they’ll cut the heck out of plywood and acrylic, and most will do a decent job at ...

Bargain-basement laser cutters offered at major shopping sites don’t adequately protect buyers from the risks inherent in playing around with laser beams. Once upon a time, an aircraft pilot looking ...