# Everything Lasers **URL:** https://forum.avidcnc.com/c/everything-lasers/11.md [Latest](https://forum.avidcnc.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.avidcnc.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.avidcnc.com/tags.md) --- ## [Laser Feed and Speed Chart](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/laser-feed-and-speed-chart/5374)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 13, 2026, 1:47am UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/laser-feed-and-speed-chart/5374 "2026-06-13T01:47:07Z")
Hey folks! I’ve had several people ask about getting some suggested feeds and speeds for the Avid laser system. Opt has published a lot of information and we have done a lot of testing too. I’ve taken all of that inform… --- ## [About the Everything Lasers category](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/about-the-everything-lasers-category/1041)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 0
Welcome to the Everything Laser category! Many of our users have added lasers to their machines, both for lining up parts and for cutting and engraving. Discuss anything laser related here. --- ## [Safety string for lasers](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/safety-string-for-lasers/5210)
**Author:** [@JeffsDesign](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/JeffsDesign)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2026, 11:15pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/safety-string-for-lasers/5210 "2026-07-22T23:15:45Z")
I found this on Amazon and it works quite well Day two with the laser and I already had a incident :scream: I had to grind a little bit off the plate with the hole but that’s it. Thanks JN for the idea! --- ## [Cowhide Laser engraving](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/cowhide-laser-engraving/6355)
**Author:** [@tonym](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/tonym)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 15, 2026, 3:15am UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/cowhide-laser-engraving/6355 "2026-07-15T03:15:07Z")
Curious if anyone has engraved a cowhide with hair with the 45 watt? Looking for advice with power and speed settings. Thank you! --- ## [Any additional items for the laser?](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/any-additional-items-for-the-laser/5917)
**Author:** [@myk5486](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/myk5486)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2026, 12:43pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/any-additional-items-for-the-laser/5917 "2026-06-30T12:43:16Z")
I was wondering if there is anything should consider with the laser module. Already planning the air compressor and the Vetric laser add on. But not sure if there is anything else should consider. Do I need any specific … --- ## [Laser Made Signs](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/laser-made-signs/6173)
**Author:** [@jjneeb](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/jjneeb)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2026, 4:18am UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/laser-made-signs/6173 "2026-05-23T04:18:54Z")
I tried some laser engraving sheets to make indoor signs for our church. https://youtu.be/aITmAx775Ec --- ## [Laser setup image](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/laser-setup-image/6136)
**Author:** [@Joeld](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/Joeld)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [May 20, 2026, 3:31am UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/laser-setup-image/6136 "2026-05-20T03:31:59Z")
Does anyone have a good laser test/setup image they would be willing to share? I searched the OPTlaser site but didn’t find one. Thanks Joel --- ## [Getting the laser set up with forum help](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/getting-the-laser-set-up-with-forum-help/6141)
**Author:** [@Joeld](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/Joeld)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2026, 3:43pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/getting-the-laser-set-up-with-forum-help/6141 "2026-05-15T15:43:46Z")
With some very helpful support from Jim Neeb, I think I’ve made some big strides getting my laser setup. Still a lot to learn but I feel like I’ve turned a corner. Forum info has helped me a lot! --- ## [45W Opt Laser Inconsistent Cutting Feed Rates Day to Day](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/45w-opt-laser-inconsistent-cutting-feed-rates-day-to-day/6061)
**Author:** [@Bob](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/Bob)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 24, 2026, 9:19pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/45w-opt-laser-inconsistent-cutting-feed-rates-day-to-day/6061 "2026-04-24T21:19:46Z")
I work at a summer camp, and we are cutting laser projects for the kids to put together. During work hours 9-5, I have the CNC with the laser running almost constantly. I am cutting tempered hardboard 3mm, which I have f… --- ## [Laser settings for cardboard?](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/laser-settings-for-cardboard/5979)
**Author:** [@Spencer](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/Spencer)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2026, 2:53am UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/laser-settings-for-cardboard/5979 "2026-04-02T02:53:03Z")
Anyone here have any success or settings they would recommend for cutting out 3 mm cardboard with the 40 w laser? I’ve tried a few different settings but havent found something I liked. I have to attempt thicker cardboar… --- ## [Smoke Eater Boot](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/smoke-eater-boot/5899)
**Author:** [@Gbeck214](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/Gbeck214)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 14, 2026, 1:25am UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/smoke-eater-boot/5899 "2026-03-14T01:25:08Z")
After shamelessly plagiarizing off Eric, Jim and laser beds from others, I wanted to add a smoke boot to eat smoke. It is a 3D print from MakerWorld I printed out of PTEG. I don’t think it will get too hot but if it do… --- ## [Newbie 45 watt laser setup](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/newbie-45-watt-laser-setup/5867)
**Author:** [@tonym](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/tonym)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2026, 9:49pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/newbie-45-watt-laser-setup/5867 "2026-03-09T21:49:37Z")
Is there a “magic” checklist somewhere for determining XY for the laser? I’ve got a brand new machine and did a few laser test cuts and was figuring it out. Installed a new spoilboard and did a wood project and now must … --- ## [Is there a air gauge for the nozzle airflow?](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/is-there-a-air-gauge-for-the-nozzle-airflow/5864)
**Author:** [@JeffsDesign](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/JeffsDesign)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 8, 2026, 10:44pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/is-there-a-air-gauge-for-the-nozzle-airflow/5864 "2026-03-08T22:44:30Z")
Seems like a missing piece to the laser how are you figuring your nozzle air flow without one? --- ## [Etsy laser test files](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/etsy-laser-test-files/5847)
**Author:** [@JeffsDesign](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/JeffsDesign)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 3, 2026, 9:48pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/etsy-laser-test-files/5847 "2026-03-03T21:48:29Z")
I thought this was cool because if you’re new to the laser. They’re not very expensive at all but you do have little work to do as far as settings go.. This is just one of a zillion of them for engraving and they ha… --- ## [Extraction for 45w laser ideas](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/extraction-for-45w-laser-ideas/5820)
**Author:** [@myk5486](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/myk5486)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [February 27, 2026, 1:33am UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/extraction-for-45w-laser-ideas/5820 "2026-02-27T01:33:43Z")
Hello, I have my order in for the new 45 watt laser with the new mount they are working on. Do research on the fume extraction and wanted to ask what/how everyone is doing this. I found a couple post and see String Bean… --- ## [45 Watt laser not burning as expected](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/45-watt-laser-not-burning-as-expected/5770)
**Author:** [@FunnerSurfCraft](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/FunnerSurfCraft)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2026, 7:41pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/45-watt-laser-not-burning-as-expected/5770 "2026-02-17T19:41:57Z")
Thanks Eric, I’ve been playing with the plywood setting on both 3mm and 6mm Baltic Birch… they didn’t even come close to cutting through (we’re talking a 0.5mm depth at most). What’s the best way to trouble shoot this? … --- ## [Enhanced Avid Post Processor for Fusion 360](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/enhanced-avid-post-processor-for-fusion-360/5049)
**Author:** [@berrianmtn](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/berrianmtn)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2025, 2:06pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/enhanced-avid-post-processor-for-fusion-360/5049 "2025-12-17T14:06:12Z")
I have published an enhancement to the Avid post processor for Fusion 360 here: https://github.com/berrianmtn/avid-fusion-post-processor This is a very early version, but it allows you to use many standard Fusion tool p… --- ## [Height Limit for Laser?](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/height-limit-for-laser/5521)
**Author:** [@Tommy](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/Tommy)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2025, 7:57pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/height-limit-for-laser/5521 "2025-11-28T19:57:51Z")
I have the 4896 with the standard gantry. I’m trying to laser something that is 4” tall and keep getting a Z axis limit. I get z-axis limits quite often so I don’t know if this is just another false alarm? Or is 4” too … --- ## [Anyone around St. Louis with a laser?](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/anyone-around-st-louis-with-a-laser/5434)
**Author:** [@skeraww](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/skeraww)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 30, 2025, 7:11pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/anyone-around-st-louis-with-a-laser/5434 "2025-10-30T19:11:34Z")
I’m wondering if anyone around St. Louis might be using the new 45 watt laser. I’m interested in adding it to our machine but have some pretty specific use case for it that I’m not 100% convinced will work. Reach out if … --- ## [Laser Smoke Extraction - Quantitative Measurements](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/laser-smoke-extraction-quantitative-measurements/5253)
**Author:** [@grossmsj](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/grossmsj)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 17, 2025, 9:42pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/laser-smoke-extraction-quantitative-measurements/5253 "2025-09-17T21:42:56Z")
I laser engrave a lot of cutting boards. Until a week ago, I just opened all the windows in my shop and turned on my air cleaners, but the shop was mostly uninhabitable while I’d engrave large batches of boards. As I th… --- ## [Lasering a ruler with the new laser](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/lasering-a-ruler-with-the-new-laser/2140)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 12, 2025, 3:12pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/lasering-a-ruler-with-the-new-laser/2140 "2025-08-12T15:12:05Z")
So now that the laser “cat is out of the bag” I can share some of the things I’ve been making with it. These rulers have been fun to do. The accuracy is on point! The camera makes it look a little off, but my Star… --- ## [Smoke Extraction Hood for 15W Laser System! (deploys with laser when activated)](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/smoke-extraction-hood-for-15w-laser-system-deploys-with-laser-when-activated/2314)
**Author:** [@StringBean](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/StringBean)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2025, 10:39am UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/smoke-extraction-hood-for-15w-laser-system-deploys-with-laser-when-activated/2314 "2025-08-05T10:39:42Z")
Hey Everyone! I’ve been hanging out for a while but this is my first time posting. I just got the new laser upgrade from Avid and have been having a blast! One thing I noticed was that the smoke produced by the laser is… --- ## [Laser Setup for Fusion 360](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/laser-setup-for-fusion-360/4938)
**Author:** [@kglasnapp](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/kglasnapp)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2025, 12:04pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/laser-setup-for-fusion-360/4938 "2025-07-02T12:04:34Z")
I use Fusion 360 for creating tool paths. Can someone show me the parameter used to create the tool for laser cutting?? I have the 45 Watt Laser from Avid. Thanks --- ## [45 watt laser Vectric tool database settings](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/45-watt-laser-vectric-tool-database-settings/4917)
**Author:** [@Rab3rd](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/Rab3rd)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2025, 1:46pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/45-watt-laser-vectric-tool-database-settings/4917 "2025-06-26T13:46:30Z")
I watched the Avid CNC Laser setup & use on EX Control on you tube. In it there is a portion where Eric talks through setting up the laser in the Vectric tool database. The latest version of Aspire (12.504) has a cutting… --- ## [Ready to add a laser….. Maybe!](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/ready-to-add-a-laser-maybe/4869)
**Author:** [@Woodcarver](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/Woodcarver)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 15, 2025, 8:37pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/ready-to-add-a-laser-maybe/4869 "2025-06-15T20:37:21Z")
Hey Guys, I have an Avid cnc pro 48x24. Mach3 and use Fusion 360. I’m considering an inexpensive laser on Amazon. I don’t have much call for it yet so I want to start slow. I saw the Opt laser but way out of my budget a… --- ## [Laser Deploy Issue](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/laser-deploy-issue/4520)
**Author:** [@lazerwolf](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/lazerwolf)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2025, 8:55pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/laser-deploy-issue/4520 "2025-03-18T20:55:18Z")
Greetings all, When I pull up the utilities menu and select deploy laser or calibrate laser tool height, it rapids over to the machine home location, deploys the laser head, then starts moving Z all the way down past th… --- ## [Opt Lasers PLH3D-XT8](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/opt-lasers-plh3d-xt8/3017)
**Author:** [@jjneeb](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/jjneeb)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2025, 3:34am UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/opt-lasers-plh3d-xt8/3017 "2025-02-03T03:34:17Z")
Just got my new Opt XT8 45W laser kit. They also redesigned the adapter box, and have a new magnetic quick doc that supports their bigger lasers like this. Time to get wiring. --- ## [Laser post-processor for Fusion 360?](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/laser-post-processor-for-fusion-360/1712)
**Author:** [@shopratsneedshopcats](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/shopratsneedshopcats)\ **Replies:** 39\ **Last updated:** [January 9, 2025, 12:40am UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/laser-post-processor-for-fusion-360/1712 "2025-01-09T00:40:29Z")
I was given a diode laser for Christmas, and am slowly working on getting it up and running. I primarily use Fusion 360 for my CNC routing projects, but it looks like the Mach 4 post-processor doesn’t support laser. What… --- ## [Apple Script for converting GRBL code for use with Mach 3](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/apple-script-for-converting-grbl-code-for-use-with-mach-3/3848)
**Author:** [@WhiteRoomSkis](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/WhiteRoomSkis)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2024, 10:03pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/apple-script-for-converting-grbl-code-for-use-with-mach-3/3848 "2024-10-26T22:03:21Z")
After a bit of research I have a nice apple script that will convert GRBL laser code generated in Lightburn to code that is useable in Mach 3. It is required that you have M11Px Sx and M10 set up and working in Mach 3. T… --- ## [Opt Laser Magnetic Dock](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/opt-laser-magnetic-dock/3253)
**Author:** [@BLA\_studios](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/BLA_studios)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2024, 8:01pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/opt-laser-magnetic-dock/3253 "2024-10-24T20:01:59Z")
I’m looking for information about using the quick dock on the Avid. The kit from Opt has a different wiring set up and i’m curious how difficult (or easy) it will be to set up the dock to work with the Avid. Has anyone… [Next page](https://forum.avidcnc.com/c/everything-lasers/11.md?page=1)