# \#lasers **URL:** https://forum.avidcnc.com/tag/lasers/5.md [Latest](https://forum.avidcnc.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.avidcnc.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.avidcnc.com/tags.md) --- ## [Problem resuming laser picture after an error](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/problem-resuming-laser-picture-after-an-error/6641)
**Author:** [@RogerW](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/RogerW)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2026, 8:16pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/problem-resuming-laser-picture-after-an-error/6641 "2026-10-05T20:16:43Z")
I am working on a large laser picture 52"x29" that the gcode file has over 807 million lines (including comments). After etching 359 million lines, I had a network error that stopped the machine. I have not been able t… --- ## [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:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 3, 2026, 4:09pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/smoke-extraction-hood-for-15w-laser-system-deploys-with-laser-when-activated/2314 "2026-10-03T16:09:52Z")
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… --- ## [Upgraded ex-controller with 45w Laser, but the Laser is not firing](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/upgraded-ex-controller-with-45w-laser-but-the-laser-is-not-firing/6528)
**Author:** [@RogerW](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/RogerW)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 31, 2026, 3:34pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/upgraded-ex-controller-with-45w-laser-but-the-laser-is-not-firing/6528 "2026-08-31T15:34:30Z")
I upgraded my old avid pro 48x48 to the new ex-controller and aux box with the 45w laser. Everything works except I cannot get the laser to fire. Using the laser control box I can get it to test fire and used that to se… --- ## [ATC system upgrade](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/atc-system-upgrade/6390)
**Author:** [@NLE](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/NLE)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2026, 7:50pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/atc-system-upgrade/6390 "2026-08-05T19:50:00Z")
Can I mount the Aux box upside down? --- ## ['Remote' Arming of Laser](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/remote-arming-of-laser/6389)
**Author:** [@Gbeck214](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/Gbeck214)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2026, 2:18am UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/remote-arming-of-laser/6389 "2026-07-29T02:18:07Z")
45W Opt, EX controller. When I start up, I turn on the EX box and the Laser box (and the spindle box so I don’t get a spindle error). I also arm the laser at that point because it is not exactly convenient to arm it ev… --- ## [Laser Picture Test card](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/laser-picture-test-card/6386)
**Author:** [@Gbeck214](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/Gbeck214)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2026, 1:51am UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/laser-picture-test-card/6386 "2026-07-27T01:51:38Z")
Edited: I have a test card for my Opt 45w laser I use on new materials. But when I engrave a picture (I use Vectric) the toolpath options introduce more variables that are what I end up toying with to get a good result… --- ## [Extend Laser Control Cable](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/extend-laser-control-cable/6345)
**Author:** [@rockstarsmurf](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/rockstarsmurf)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 10, 2026, 5:58pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/extend-laser-control-cable/6345 "2026-07-10T17:58:20Z")
I’m installing my new laser system and I moved my control boxes so they are more accessible for service. It turns out my laser control XLR is just a tad short to get to the top box which is roughly at eye level. Would th… --- ## [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 … --- ## [Can I use a diode laser instead of torch with the plasma kit?](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/can-i-use-a-diode-laser-instead-of-torch-with-the-plasma-kit/6207)
**Author:** [@dunderMethod](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/dunderMethod)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2026, 6:53pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/can-i-use-a-diode-laser-instead-of-torch-with-the-plasma-kit/6207 "2026-06-02T18:53:26Z")
Hey there! I just purchased a new-in-boxes/unassembled PRO4896 with 4x4’ plasma kit on marketplace! It’s rev 20.2 and build is in-progress! The thing is, I don’t need the plasma cutting capability but I wouldn’t mind mo… --- ## [Laser cutting speed and power](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/laser-cutting-speed-and-power/6190)
**Author:** [@Gregpetty](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/Gregpetty)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 29, 2026, 2:39am UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/laser-cutting-speed-and-power/6190 "2026-05-29T02:39:45Z")
Anyone have a idea on speed and power settings for cutting 1/2 maple with 45w laser Thanks --- ## [Deployment issue](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/deployment-issue/5828)
**Author:** [@tonym](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/tonym)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2026, 3:43am UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/deployment-issue/5828 "2026-02-28T03:43:40Z")
Hey everyone. Just getting started with the laser and struggling to get the laser to deploy. I am sending roughly 50 psi of air into the control box. Sometimes it deploys, sometimes it doesn’t. Any suggestions of where t… --- ## [45w laser settings for cutting 6mm baltic birch](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/45w-laser-settings-for-cutting-6mm-baltic-birch/5741)
**Author:** [@FunnerSurfCraft](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/FunnerSurfCraft)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2026, 3:32pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/45w-laser-settings-for-cutting-6mm-baltic-birch/5741 "2026-02-17T15:32:32Z")
Hey everyone, I’m looking for some help dialing in the settings to best cut through 6mm baltic birch with the 45w laser. Does anyone have settings that are working well? Thanks! --- ## [Z travel exceeded warning? 45w laser system](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/z-travel-exceeded-warning-45w-laser-system/5273)
**Author:** [@JeffsDesign](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/JeffsDesign)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2026, 6:02pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/z-travel-exceeded-warning-45w-laser-system/5273 "2026-02-14T18:02:20Z")
First little text program to test out the 45 watt laser and I keep getting a z travel exceeded warning not sure why? Am I to use the plate to set the z zero like a router bit but with the laser? I haven’t tried that cuz … --- ## [45W Laser Z height Consistently incorrect](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/45w-laser-z-height-consistently-incorrect/5746)
**Author:** [@Bob](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/Bob)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [February 12, 2026, 11:49pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/45w-laser-z-height-consistently-incorrect/5746 "2026-02-12T23:49:51Z")
I’ve looked through the forums for an answer to this and cannot seem to find one that works for me. I initially setup the 45W laser following Eric’s video on youtube, and everything worked as expected, the Z 0 height was… --- ## [Burning around text with 45w laser](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/burning-around-text-with-45w-laser/5691)
**Author:** [@RickP](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/RickP)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2026, 4:30am UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/burning-around-text-with-45w-laser/5691 "2026-02-04T04:30:30Z")
Quick question for all the laser folks out there. I am finally starting to play around with the 45w laser on my 48x48. I am very new to this and tried some text and graphics today on a small maple plaque. As you can s… --- ## [45 Watt Laser X-Y Calibration Power](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/45-watt-laser-x-y-calibration-power/4614)
**Author:** [@Pertech](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/Pertech)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2026, 5:04am UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/45-watt-laser-x-y-calibration-power/4614 "2026-01-03T05:04:46Z")
I’m getting my new Avid laser deployment system up and running. It has the 45 watt Opt laser. I’m curious to know if there is a way to adjust the laser power when calibrating the X-Y offset. I have the laser switched … --- ## [Avid Laser Integration with Acorn/Centroid and Lightburn - my experiences](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/avid-laser-integration-with-acorn-centroid-and-lightburn-my-experiences/5592)
**Author:** [@jbaker877](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/jbaker877)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2025, 2:50am UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/avid-laser-integration-with-acorn-centroid-and-lightburn-my-experiences/5592 "2025-12-24T02:50:52Z")
Firstly, a big thanks to Eric @ Avid and Jim @ JNWoodworks for their help and a great job in providing a solid Avid product design and process integration. I spent the last eight weeks or so reviewing every aspect of th… --- ## [How to use 15watt and 45watt laser with Dock Pro on Ex Controller](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/how-to-use-15watt-and-45watt-laser-with-dock-pro-on-ex-controller/5589)
**Author:** [@The\_Chupacabra](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/The_Chupacabra)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2025, 2:36am UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/how-to-use-15watt-and-45watt-laser-with-dock-pro-on-ex-controller/5589 "2025-12-24T02:36:37Z")
Has anyone be able to use a dock pro from Opt lasers to be able to swap between the 15 watt and the 45 watt laser. I know the controller changed and the power supply changed so i don’t know if the 15 watt can be used w… --- ## [Any alternatives to Mach4?](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/any-alternatives-to-mach4/3837)
**Author:** [@Nico](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/Nico)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2025, 8:06pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/any-alternatives-to-mach4/3837 "2025-12-22T20:06:08Z")
Hello avid forum. What are some alternatives to Mach control? We have to baby sit this machine so it doesn’t completely ruin customer parts. Honestly we have lost trust in the tool. Around 3/10 jobs mach will crash the … --- ## [Lightburn integration](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/lightburn-integration/5526)
**Author:** [@jbaker877](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/jbaker877)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 1, 2025, 2:11am UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/lightburn-integration/5526 "2025-12-01T02:11:19Z")
Has anyone integrated Lightburn to the centroid controller - are there any special G-Code scripts etc and is it straight forward? --- ## [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 … --- ## [EX Controller - Free 5V DC Power Source](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/ex-controller-free-5v-dc-power-source/5315)
**Author:** [@BlueLineCNC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/BlueLineCNC)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2025, 2:01am UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/ex-controller-free-5v-dc-power-source/5315 "2025-10-11T02:01:44Z")
Hey Guys, So I got this LED crosshair I want to wire into my EX controller so they turn on automatically whenever I fire up the control box. I have a separate AA Battery power supply I can wire up for the power source … --- ## [How does the laser offset work with the active WCS table?](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/how-does-the-laser-offset-work-with-the-active-wcs-table/5348)
**Author:** [@NLE](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/NLE)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2025, 7:34pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/how-does-the-laser-offset-work-with-the-active-wcs-table/5348 "2025-10-10T19:34:46Z")
Eric: Can I read about this somewhere. When the laser is the tool and the offsets are applied does the value in the active WCS change and stay at that value until a non laser tool is selected. --- ## [Laser job pause](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/laser-job-pause/5286)
**Author:** [@Rab3rd](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/Rab3rd)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2025, 4:08pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/laser-job-pause/5286 "2025-09-23T16:08:29Z")
Recently I was doing an engrave that was very large and was going to take a long time. I needed to stop for a bit and be away from my machine. I wasnt sure how to do it and be able to start again where I had paused. So I… --- ## [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… --- ## [Swapping Opt Lasers](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/swapping-opt-lasers/5225)
**Author:** [@Pertech](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/Pertech)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2025, 6:13pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/swapping-opt-lasers/5225 "2025-09-08T18:13:18Z")
I’ve been using the Opt XT 8 45 watt laser with the Avid deployment system and it works great. I also have the Opt 6 watt laser and would like to switch between the two when needed. I’m using the Opt Pro Dock so they j… --- ## [Opt laser xt-50 with dock pro, will test fire but will fire during the start of a program](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/opt-laser-xt-50-with-dock-pro-will-test-fire-but-will-fire-during-the-start-of-a-program/5197)
**Author:** [@Ilee56](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/Ilee56)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 31, 2025, 10:36pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/opt-laser-xt-50-with-dock-pro-will-test-fire-but-will-fire-during-the-start-of-a-program/5197 "2025-08-31T22:36:19Z")
The laser will test fire from adapter pro.But when I start a program it will not start. Could someone give me some direction to fix my problem. Thanks --- ## [Laser only operations?](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/laser-only-operations/5074)
**Author:** [@JeffsDesign](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/JeffsDesign)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2025, 12:24am UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/laser-only-operations/5074 "2025-08-10T00:24:03Z")
So if I just wanted to do laser work and not use the spindle at all. Can I make a new profile using the router option and laser and leave the VFD off… Thanks --- ## [Laser adapter location?](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/laser-adapter-location/5075)
**Author:** [@JeffsDesign](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/JeffsDesign)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2025, 5:13pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/laser-adapter-location/5075 "2025-08-09T17:13:38Z")
Is there a way to relocate the opt laser adapter it self just for convenience? I have a vertical table and storage under my machine so mounting the electronics box in either of the suggested locations isn’t a option. So … --- ## [Settings for 45 Watt Laser](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/settings-for-45-watt-laser/5060)
**Author:** [@kglasnapp](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/kglasnapp)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2025, 11:00am UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/settings-for-45-watt-laser/5060 "2025-08-08T11:00:15Z")
I had my laser working and then I did an configuration refresh and since then the tool height for the laser has been inconsistent. What should be the “Nozzle Z Offset” be set at? Also what should “Z Offset (inches)” be s… [Next page](https://forum.avidcnc.com/tag/lasers/5.md?match_all_tags=true&page=1&tags%5B%5D=lasers)