I cut a lot of cast acrylic... Would a 4" lens be beneficial for me as far as cut quality or speed at all ?
I cut a lot of cast acrylic... Would a 4" lens be beneficial for me as far as cut quality or speed at all ?
Brian Fithian
Powerline Tags llc
Epilog Mini 24 40W
Corel Draw X5
The spot size will increase quite a bit with the 4" lens so power density will go down. I have doubts that a 4" lens would be beneficial for acrylic. The only thing I use my 4" lens for is cutting 1" thick open-cell urethane foam. It has a larger depth of field for thick materials.
I have a four inch lens but to be honest, it does cut fine, but it doesn't engrave cast with the same crisp quality. As for the quality of cut on thicker materials it is supposed to be better but I'll be blowed if I noticed a difference. Save your money unless you want to reach an area like the bottom of a cup!
Epilog 45w Helix X3/X5 Corel Microflame Generator (flame polisher) Heat Bender
Thanks for the input. I will stick with what i got
Brian Fithian
Powerline Tags llc
Epilog Mini 24 40W
Corel Draw X5