Hi All. First post after days of reading. I am considering the purchase of a laser cutting machine for cutting 8-10oz veg-tan leather. (3.5mm)
From reading and speaking to factory reps it sounds like any laser wattage is fine for engraving or etching, but for cutting thicker material higher wattage is better. How many watts is best for cutting. And are there tradeoffs with a high power tube vs a low power one.
I have had recommendations range from 60 to 130 watts minimum. As well as using a lower watt machine with multi pass cuts.
If you have tips on wattage, speed, frequency, masking and cleaning edges/burns I would appreciate them. Thanks Marty