LaserPecker 2, 3 & 4 Explained - Which Engraver Is Best For YOU?

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  • @JamesBiggar
    @JamesBiggar  ปีที่แล้ว +4

    If you're interested, you can get any of these machines at the links below, and be sure to use the coupon code JB50 to save some $ on your order.
    LaserPecker 2:
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    LaserPecker 3:
    LaserPecker Official: www.laserpecker.net/products/laserpecker-3-metal-laser-engraver?L3_jamesbiggar
    Amazon US: amz.run/6ies
    LaserPecker 4:
    LaserPecker Official: www.laserpecker.net/products/laserpecker-4?L4_jamesbiggar
    Amazon US: amz.run/72hI
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    Coupon Code Description: Use this code at checkout to get $50 discount for orders over $800
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    • @REDARO11
      @REDARO11 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      forgive me.... i see now that you engraved some hard metal tools ... so yes...

    • @BelieveInTheLordJesus777
      @BelieveInTheLordJesus777 16 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Your coupon code doesn't work though :(

  • @Zodliness
    @Zodliness 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    Good informative review. I purchased the LP1 pro first then later invested in the PL2 variant. While impressed no end with the LP2's desktop engraving performance for it's small footprint, it's not as genuinely portable as the LP1 pro variant, primarily because it requires a bayonet type, not USB 5v power connector. And is not supplied with an appropriate lead for powering via a standard USB power bank unlike the LP1. I also purchased the brass gnarled rollers and like you found they constantly slipped and ruined the engraving. However, instead of adding elastic bands to the item, I disassembled the rollers, cut grooves into the ends of each brass roller and inserted rubber o-rings at each end. They've not slipped once since. 👍😉

    • @maksymilianzielinski6277
      @maksymilianzielinski6277 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Do you use those for the business purposes? Think of earning some extra money 😅

  • @DD-DD-DD
    @DD-DD-DD ปีที่แล้ว +30

    Admit it, you just wanted to make this video so you could say "pecker" four dozen times in a video and not get demonitized. 🤣🤣

  • @craiglawson9582
    @craiglawson9582 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    James,
    Wonderful video with great examples. Awesome job with your video shooting and narration of the process. Again, great job.
    Were there any problems with what file extensions the machines accepted ? Thank you

    • @JamesBiggar
      @JamesBiggar  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks. The mobile app is limited to jpg, png, svg, and g-code, but the PC software accepts a lot more including bmp, svc, dwc, dxf, etc.

  • @femiakin-olugbade4141
    @femiakin-olugbade4141 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    i am a bench jeweller based in Lagos Nigeria. i am interested in buying a Laser engraving machine for my business. I make a lot of wedding and engagement rings for my clients. Please can you demonstrate how one of these can be used for engraving inside a wedding ring?

  • @yay4meluigi
    @yay4meluigi 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I’m really intrigued by the idea of laser engraving food haha.

  • @MrFreesearcher
    @MrFreesearcher 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Wish I had the Budget for the LP4, but I think the LP3 is going to have to be my choice of tool. I'm mainly looking to engrave different metals, so the LP2 isn't the preferred choice going by the video, and the ability to cut thin wood stock is also handy.

  • @voldem273
    @voldem273 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    How deep does the LP4 engrave into metal does it „burn“ material away? What if I go, let’s say, 10 times over copper?

  • @pierrekid
    @pierrekid 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This looks sick. I want to engrave some drum hardware

  • @TundeEszlari
    @TundeEszlari ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You are a very good TH-camr.

  • @tanjabecker3075
    @tanjabecker3075 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks for sharing, can it also be used for PVC and rubber?

  • @marilynkitaya1500
    @marilynkitaya1500 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Is there a way to engrave fingerprints with the these machines? I'm starting a permanent jewelry business and want to use it for fingerprints and initials, etc. If so, how am I able to do it? Is there an app I have to download to get the fingerprint to transfer it over?

  • @7RomanceTube7
    @7RomanceTube7 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great Video thank You for sharing... I subscribed ...
    I have a question : do you happened to know if this machine can engrave on ACETATE material ( tipkly find on Eyeglasses and sunglasses )
    thank you

  • @acecrowncat1439
    @acecrowncat1439 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you for good video sir

  • @karljolley8346
    @karljolley8346 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I wonder how the LaserPecker 4 compares to the XTool F1 which also has diode and ir heads. is there a difference besides price?

    • @JamesBiggar
      @JamesBiggar  ปีที่แล้ว

      Can't say what the F1 is like, never used it. But the specs are very similar. F1 slide extension is longer and narrower, but aside from cosmetics that seems to be the only difference I can see.

  • @robbabcock_
    @robbabcock_ 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great info, thanks!

  • @hugobuss1874
    @hugobuss1874 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks for the great video. I'm looking to buy my first laser etcher. I was wondering if it possible to seamlessly stich etchings if that's a thing? so etch part of an image then move the machine to etch the section next to it, much like you can get image stichers to create 360 scenes. essentially making an infinite work surface.

  • @zlac
    @zlac 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Is software any good? Is it possible to do serial numbering with auto-increment with these devices?

  • @shb9627
    @shb9627 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    If I use the app as shown in the video, can't I do the stamping and cutting at the same time? Or can I engrave and cut the seal only through the computer?

  • @olnaalexis8955
    @olnaalexis8955 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Can LP3 engraved Sunglasses?

  • @DesertPunk3
    @DesertPunk3 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Can these be used for engraving glass? Like a glass beer or whiskey bottle?

  • @agnnie9115
    @agnnie9115 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What is the maximum height of cylindrical objects supported on the LS2?

  • @widaalt
    @widaalt ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What do you call the work you do? like builder or sum

  • @GregoryPrimm
    @GregoryPrimm 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Do you know if any of these can be used on Kaisen foam inserts for Tools?

  • @Photobyjstenberg
    @Photobyjstenberg ปีที่แล้ว +1

    When you engrave on black acrylic what settings do you use to get the white. I have an LP 4 & I absolutely can't get it to work. An image is visible, but not like it did with your logo.

    • @JamesBiggar
      @JamesBiggar  ปีที่แล้ว

      I used the presets in the app, and the IR laser, not the diode.

  • @devel-man
    @devel-man 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks for the review. Can these engravers be used for PCB development?

    • @JamesBiggar
      @JamesBiggar  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I haven't tried it but I don't think so. These machines can't actually engrave or cut metal, only etch and mark. Check out my ComMarker reviews for machines that are better suited for making PCB's.

  • @baddogrnr
    @baddogrnr 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Will the pecker 2 do clear / coloured acrylic ? And go small enough to do guitar pics , cheers

  • @chrisperrywv
    @chrisperrywv 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Why do I want one of these so bad? I’m so glad they aren’t impulse buy priced. Haha.

  • @cerihardman2372
    @cerihardman2372 ปีที่แล้ว

    Do you know is this laser would be capable of adding foil to the engraving?

  • @BiMaMotamedi
    @BiMaMotamedi 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi, thank you so much for the informative video. I have a question. Which of the devices could also cut the metal, copper and also gold or silver ?
    Thanks in advance.

    • @JamesBiggar
      @JamesBiggar  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Np. None of these machines can actually cut metal. Only the IR lasers (LP3 + 4) can etch (mark) different metals. If you need a machine to engrave/cut different metals then check out the ComMarker B4 galvos that I've reviewed.

  • @kamalElMokdad
    @kamalElMokdad ปีที่แล้ว

    thanks for that! Does it take 18 minutes on average to complete an engraving job as you mentioned? also what is the electricity consumption for this machine in case i want to get it for an engraving business? thanks in advance

  • @JRspeaking
    @JRspeaking 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Can these engrave glass?

  • @baileycowhorses
    @baileycowhorses 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi James,
    Questions to ask I have a horse halter business and add a Ritchie dual colored tag for ID. Would this laser the LP2 make these kind of tags? Ritchie dual colored tag.

    • @JamesBiggar
      @JamesBiggar  8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Not for plastic, no. Diode lasers don't work well with any plastics other than black acrylic. You would need either the LP3 or LP4 which have the IR laser for etching metals and plastics. Bear in mind that I said etching and not engraving. The IR laser is only 2W so you can't do any cutting or engraving (ie remove material). Etching just lightly scores and discolors the surface (black acrylic turns white/grey, for ex, white turns black/grey, etc). It's more durable than paint, but not as permanent as actually removing material. The multi-layered plastic Ritchie cow tags are really meant for engraving with a rotary tool like a dremel or cnc router machine so there's no discoloration of the lower layers. If you used an IR laser powerful enough to engrave a yellow on black tag, for ex, you might end up discoloring the black after burning through the yellow and end up with yellow on white instead. You can get a small cnc machine for the job that's actually cheaper than the LP2, but it's noisier. See one of my latest uploads for an example.

  • @MikeysAlphaWife
    @MikeysAlphaWife 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I might have missed it. Can the LP4 be used to engrave on the go similar to how you used the 2 on the box?

    • @JamesBiggar
      @JamesBiggar  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      All are portable.

  • @virgilfontenelle2159
    @virgilfontenelle2159 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hello ! i would like to buy one with you code to engrave wood phone case . wich one do you think is the best for this use ? i need it to engrave it the fastest as possible (less than 5 minutes / phone if possible)

  • @mariobotero1667
    @mariobotero1667 ปีที่แล้ว

    good video tx

  • @HansJoachim-r3c
    @HansJoachim-r3c 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you, very helpful video, beside metal I would like to engrave india rubber for stemps etc. Is this possible with one of the models? Best regards H.J.

    • @Bobdach
      @Bobdach 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Good question.

  • @UseMyFrame
    @UseMyFrame 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Which would you recommend (if any) for engraving eyeglasses?

    • @JamesBiggar
      @JamesBiggar  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Depends on the type of laser you're using. The safety glasses need to be designed to block the wavelength of the laser. Every machine I have came with goggles for that particular laser.

    • @UseMyFrame
      @UseMyFrame 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@JamesBiggar Sorry, I mean to engrave the actual frame. Etch a logo on the side, etc. 😎

  • @Gymshaid
    @Gymshaid 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi, I am wondering how this will do with longer designs all the way around a tumbler that does not have the same width from top to bottom.

    • @JamesBiggar
      @JamesBiggar  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Should work fine as long as the surface isn't too curved. Surfaces with deep curves/contours require a laser with a motorized z axis to adjust the focal point accordingly as the laser moves. If the tumbler is just angled from top to bottom and the angle isn't too extreme and the surface is reasonably straight, then just use the tail stock for the chuck rotary attachment to angle the smaller end higher so that the top side is parallel to the base and remains that way as the chuck spins. I can't recommend attempting it with the roller rotaries, though. Maybe wrap some rubber bands around the smaller end, but I've only etched straight objects on the rollers so I can't say how they would work. The chuck rotary works great, though.

  • @jpamaroautosales5463
    @jpamaroautosales5463 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can the LP 2 engrave letters into exhaust piping which is made of steel, but can be aluminized steel tubing, or stainless steel? I need an engraver that I can hold in various upward angles.

    • @JamesBiggar
      @JamesBiggar  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Only stainless, and bare in mind that it only etches the surface, it doesn't engrave. Etching involves melting the surface just enough to cause a raised texture, while oxidizing it (which produces the color). Engraving is just as it sounds - removing material to create a groove. Since an exhaust pipe is prone to discoloring when it heats up for the same reason the laser would color it, anything you etch into it might disappear sooner than later, so I would opt for engraving instead of etching. For that you need a fiber laser, and there are portable fiber laser's available. I can't name them here for obvious reasons, but they shouldn't be too hard to find. These LP lasers are IR and blue diode.

  • @REDARO11
    @REDARO11 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    do you think the laserpecker can engrave in a knife .... A2 Steel 60 HRC...? thank you in advance for your answer ..looking forward to your respose

    • @JamesBiggar
      @JamesBiggar  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It can etch (score/mark) metal but doesn't engrave. Check out the fiber lasers on my channel for metal engraving options.

  • @jinsong6940
    @jinsong6940 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I understand that LP3 can etch more metals and plastic surfaces but is there any advantage of getting LP2 over LP3 other than price? Is LP3 the better machine?

    • @JamesBiggar
      @JamesBiggar  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      They're different machines that work different materials that the other can't (covered in the video). LP2 is a 5W blue diode. LP3 is a 2W IR. Two different lasers with different wavelengths. One is mostly for organic materials, the other is not. The only metal that the LP2 can etch is stainless steel or coated (ie painted, anodized) metals. The LP3 can etch all metals, bare or coated. One isn't any better than the other in general, only in terms of what projects you intend to make and what materials you expect to make them with. LP2 is good for general hobby crafts and woodworking. LP3 is better suited for a jeweler's shop, for example. LP4 does it all.

  • @charlesbryant3143
    @charlesbryant3143 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    what is the depth of the etch? let say if I was engraving on plastic how deep can I go without cutting all the way through the material?

    • @JamesBiggar
      @JamesBiggar  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Depends on what laser you're referring to and what your power and speed settings are. Blue diode can cut through dark plastic, engrave it to a desired depth or just mark it, but it can't work light/clear plastic, and it's really only good for acrylic (other types of plastic can just melt or catch fire as opposed to vaporize under the laser like they should). IR can mark/etch almost any metal or plastic, ie either discolors (low power) and/or lightly scores the surface (high power). LP2 has 5W diode. LP3 has 2W IR. The LP4 has both lasers - 10W diode and 2W IR.

  • @KlausenHellberg
    @KlausenHellberg 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi James, good video!
    Quick question here: I am interested into using it for metal, stainless steel and similar rings in particular. For this material I understood it will etch it, but not really engrave it. Question is, does the machine generates any sort of residue that we need to vacuum later? I have pets around and I want to ensure no residue is generated that I have to worry about, or otherwise ensure to isolate the area with the the container box as the brand also offers.
    Cheers!

    • @JamesBiggar
      @JamesBiggar  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks. True, the IR laser will etch and mark metal and plastic (ie score and discolour), but not engrave it (remove material). You will need ventilation depending on the materials that you're working with, specifically any coatings or paint that's on the material. Bare metal isn't usually an issue, but fumes are generated when coatings are involved. If you want to actually engrave into metals, check out my channel for another option that I featured recently.

    • @KlausenHellberg
      @KlausenHellberg 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Super. Thanks@@JamesBiggar!

    • @JamesBiggar
      @JamesBiggar  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Np.

  • @mikesmith5638
    @mikesmith5638 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Can the laser pecker 2 engrave a stainless steel spade or similar items?

    • @JamesBiggar
      @JamesBiggar  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It can etch stainless steel, no other metals.

  • @SydneyShaw-r4h
    @SydneyShaw-r4h 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    About how long does it take to engrave a logo on a stainless steel tumbler? We do lots of tumblers and would like something on the go.

    • @JamesBiggar
      @JamesBiggar  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Maybe a minute or two, depending on how much detail there is.

  • @stuffrandom360
    @stuffrandom360 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    how much noise and smoke does it produce in marking ? . i leave in a sharing room and dont have a workshop or something just a small place to keep the machine . is it advicable to have any of these machines in a sharing room ? will it disturb the other room mates ?

    • @JamesBiggar
      @JamesBiggar  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You will need ventilation (use next to an open window with a small fan is fine) and they will produce noise. How much depends on the power level for the job and how hard the cooling fans need to work. The IR laser is the quietest. The diode laser in the LP4 is the loudest at max power. Expect anywhere from 40-70 db. They're not really loud, pretty tolerable imo but some people can be fussy and annoyed easily. You would probably need to work something out with your roommates when they're home even if they're generally decent people, just to say you did and avoid annoying someone on a bad day, or use it when they're not around.

    • @stuffrandom360
      @stuffrandom360 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@JamesBiggar thank you very much

  • @bkakar
    @bkakar 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have perfume making hobby, I need to engrave the perfume bottles, which one will you recommend? Thanks

  • @cesardavalos8155
    @cesardavalos8155 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Does the LaserPecker 4 is able to engrave Gold, Silver and Steel?

    • @JamesBiggar
      @JamesBiggar  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes, using the IR laser. The LP3 can do it as well (same laser type)

  • @alanjagroop1282
    @alanjagroop1282 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Is it possible to make custom championship titles. Just like wwe. But custom titles for martial arts schools etc. Making title belts for show.

  • @leeisashade1934
    @leeisashade1934 ปีที่แล้ว

    can either of these machines engrave glass or clear acrylic?

    • @JamesBiggar
      @JamesBiggar  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      If you colour the surface of the glass or acrylic first (marker, paint, anything reasonably dark and easy to remove). Otherwise, you'll need a CO2 laser.

    • @leeisashade1934
      @leeisashade1934 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@JamesBiggar thanks so much that is information that I really needed. I appreciate your response.

  • @michaelroberts6534
    @michaelroberts6534 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can you engrave glass with any of these?

    • @aldomedina7999
      @aldomedina7999 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Yess all of them

    • @michaelroberts6534
      @michaelroberts6534 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@aldomedina7999 thank you! I want to try that one day

  • @BelieveInTheLordJesus777
    @BelieveInTheLordJesus777 16 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Your coupon code doesn't work though :(

  • @Neutrumis
    @Neutrumis ปีที่แล้ว

    В видео не сказано что вторая версия может работать портативно от повербанка. При этом, краем глаза видел что и 3 и четвёртый так же могут работать от повербанка, но вот
    эту информацию надо проверять. Не ясно поддерживают ли данные граверы сторонние приложения.

  • @shanejones-s1c
    @shanejones-s1c ปีที่แล้ว

    Will it engrave on stone surfaces ?

    • @JamesBiggar
      @JamesBiggar  ปีที่แล้ว

      They can all engrave different stones, but not all. Different types of lasers can engrave some similar materials, but each can engrave materials that the other can't. Check out the video to learn which one is best for your needs and budget.

  • @citizen1032
    @citizen1032 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Can the LP2 Engrave gold and precious metals? thx

    • @JamesBiggar
      @JamesBiggar  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      No. Only the LP3 and LP4 can etch all metals because they have an IR laser. The LP2 only has a blue diode laser. The only metal that diode lasers can etch is stainless steel.

  • @cj1871
    @cj1871 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    By what factor are speeding up the video?

  • @davidnielsen2383
    @davidnielsen2383 ปีที่แล้ว

    can i engrave a animal horn with a curve?

  • @xronos39
    @xronos39 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Спасибо за обзор

  • @jakesmith-bs4jd
    @jakesmith-bs4jd 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Can any of them cut through metal?

    • @JamesBiggar
      @JamesBiggar  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      th-cam.com/video/KZGy7Q_jLXE/w-d-xo.html

  • @jims7194
    @jims7194 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    So, these are actually laser etchers, not actually depth engraving. Are these able to have any depth in the etching process?

    • @JamesBiggar
      @JamesBiggar  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      The IR laser etches (ie scores/discolors) metal and plastics. The diode laser engraves wood, leather, stone, and other natural/organic materials (ie remove material), and etches stainless steel but does not work on any other metal without marking agents. LP2 is diode, LP3 is IR, LP4 has both. If you want to do 2.5D or 3D engraving in metal, check out my channel for other galvo fiber laser options that do exactly that. The takeaway is that there are different laser types and they're all unique in what materials they can work and how.

  • @SylvainSybaris
    @SylvainSybaris 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I want to engrave blank metal coins (Silver Dollar size) with STATE names, so being a coin, the text will need to have a "CURVE" instead of just a straight line.... Do any of these machines do this???

    • @JamesBiggar
      @JamesBiggar  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      The software does. As easy as creating curved text in Paint or Microsoft Word.

  • @ocho7011
    @ocho7011 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

    what about carbon fiber?

  • @babayan7753
    @babayan7753 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    j'ai acheter le LP2 il ne vaut pas d'la marde sur le métal comme la plaque d'armé mais sur les petites carte d'affaire en métal aluminium c pas pire

  • @widaalt
    @widaalt ปีที่แล้ว

    i wanna hire someone who can do the stuff you do but idk what you are called

    • @JamesBiggar
      @JamesBiggar  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Technically I'm a carpenter (certified), but if we're talking about everything that I feature on the channel then I guess a more general term would be a fabricator or maker/builder.

  • @MsCasio88
    @MsCasio88 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I was wandering if it could cut glass, such as holes in it. 1-2 mm thick?

  • @hrville1030
    @hrville1030 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Laser pointer 4. How to engrave drinking glasses, china?

  • @yangsfamily3044
    @yangsfamily3044 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Can you tell me how much is machine?

  • @danielmaier8299
    @danielmaier8299 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Laserpecker's support is a disaster. They try at all costs to prevent the laser from being replaced. It is clear that the laser for metals has a massive loss of power. They ask stupid question after stupid question, which involves an enormous amount of effort and ultimately leads to nothing. Never again Laserpecker - never again. Worst support in the world.
    I wouldn't be surprised if this post disappears quickly.

  • @TrackTimeThai
    @TrackTimeThai 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hello ..you think this could be used for engraving jewelry like bracelets and rings..?