High-Performance CNC4newbie Laser Upgrade Kit with PLH3D-6W-XF+, HP Air Nozzle and LaserDock
This is a high-performance CNC4newbie Laser Upgrade Kit. It enables you to supplement your CNC4newbie machine with laser engraving and cutting capabilities. This kit includes everything you need to swiftly mount and then wire your XF+ CNC4newbie laser. Apart from the standard kit elements, you may also choose to include our laser docking station in your order.
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Additional Laser Safety Accessories
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Laser Safety Glasses
$70.00 $64.40 |
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Blue Laser Goggles
$99.00 |
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Blue Laser Safety Window
$187.00 $173.91 |
CNC Control Software
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Lightburn CNC Software License
$100.00 $85.00 |
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Product Description
This CNC4newbies Laser Upgrade Kit enables you to upgrade your CNCNewbies machine with laser cutting and laser engraving capabilities. It is a professional high-performance laser upgrade kit made with the highest quality components. The wiring and mounting were designed with the focus on the quality of user experience and the easiness of installation.
Advantages of CNC4newbies Laser Upgrade with PLH3D-6W-XF+ Laser Head
- No need for additional cooling systems
- Straightforward user-focused installation on all CNC4newbies machines
- Driver integration inside the laser head module
- Compatible with a wide accessory range for results-driven performance and the ease of use
You can choose whether or not you want the LaserDock laser docking station included in the kit. You should also decide which of the two CNC4newbies mounts you want to be shipped with your kit, depending on whether you want to use the dust-shoe system. The front mount is not compatible with the dust shoe system, while the side mount is designed to be compatible with it.
Upgrades your CNC4newbie machine with Opt Lasers' Bestselling PLH3D-6W-XF+ Engraving Laser Head
The best-selling 6 W optical power laser from PLH3D-6W series with 30 W laser power consumption. This laser module is a professional engraving laser head designed for hobbyists and industrial applications alike. Boasts a robust design and provides compatibility with any type of control signals utilized in the CNC market (including 3D printers). Its additional features also include compatibility with a wide range of PSUs and incorporation of the strongest fan for this laser size, ensuring quality cooling and smoke removal. Additionally, this cnc machine upgrade kit includes a lens adjusting tool which allows you to change the focus distance with ease.
You can also discover further information about the CNC4newbie Engraving Laser - XF+.
The Kit Includes Universal PLH3D-CNC Laser Adapter
The fundamental functionality of the PLH3D-CNC Adapter is to “arm” and “disarm” laser head systems. Arming is defined as switching the laser head power supply on. The armed engraving and cutting laser is then capable of producing the laser beam. Vice versa, disarming (turning off the laser power supply) brings the laser head into a safe state in which generating the blue laser beam is simply impossible.
In addition, the PLH3D-CNC adapter provides you with the means to swiftly check your Onefinity CNC laser head system by generating a short laser pulse at its maximum power. This functionality does also verify whether you wired your laser head correctly.
Built-in safety features avoid misuse and unforeseen behavior in case of an emergency situation. The key switch prevents the engraving laser from being armed by minors and other unauthorized people. Arming the laser needs to always be done manually by the user, by simply pressing a button. Special circuitry also prevents laser arming in case of any internal electronics malfunction.
Overall, your laser head is disarmed automatically in case of emergencies such as:
- PSU Failure
- Loss of the Mains Supply
- Breaking or Disconnecting the Laser Head Wire
Once it is disarmed, the laser system stays in a safe state. Subsequent rearming requires the laser system user to press the button.
Principal Features of the PLH3D-CNC Adapter:
- Built-in Smart Microcontroller Controlling the Laser Head System
- Automatic Disarm Functionality After Power-Off
- Straightforward One-Button System (For Arming, Pulse Testing and Adapter Program (Enable Option) Setting)
- Swift One-Second Pulse Laser Test
- Compatibility With the Whole Range of PLH3D-Series Laser Heads
- Soft Start
- Indication LEDs - Power, Armed, Laser On
- Two Programmable Enable Inputs
- Two External Safety Terminals (For Example: Safety Key, E-Stop)
- Keylock for Preventing Unauthorized People Usage
- Highest Quality Machined Aluminum Enclosure
Example Applications
| Birtch Plywood | ||||
| Thickness | Feed Rate | Step | ||
| 3mm (0.118") | 5mm/s (11.8 IPM) | 0.6mm (0.023") | ||
| 6mm (0.236") | 5mm/s (11.8 IPM) | 0.5mm (0.019") | ||
Woodworking - Cutting and Engraving Wood
Blue laser engraving can produce a detailed pattern with round edges as well as darken the color of the wood. Laser engraving can be used to engrave a logo or a photo, which can’t be done with milling bits. With PLH3D-6W, you can laser engrave wood and wood-based materials, including cork, chipboard, particleboard, alder, cherry, maple, MDF, basswood, balsa, veneers, medium-density-fiberboard and high-density-fiberboard.
| Material | Operation | Feed Rate |
| Anodized Aluminum | Marking | 50mm/s (118 IPM) |
| Painted Steel | Marking | 50mm/s (118 IPM) |
Engraving Anodized Aluminum and Painted Metals
Blue laser engraving can produce a detailed pattern with round edges as well as darken the color of the wood. Laser engraving can be used to engrave a logo or a photo, which can’t be done with milling bits. With PLH3D-6W, you can laser engrave wood and wood-based materials, including cork, chipboard, particleboard, alder, cherry, maple, MDF, basswood, balsa, veneers, medium-density-fiberboard and high-density-fiberboard.
| Material | Thickness | Feed Rate |
| Polyester | 0.4mm (0.015") | 40mm/s (94IPM) |
| Jeans | 0.5mm (0.019") | 8mm/s (19IPM) |
| Leather | 1.5mm (0.059") | 30 mm/s (70IPM) |
| Rubber | 0.5mm (0.019") | 15mm/s (35IPM) |
Cutting Textiles and Thin Synthetic Materials
The high absorption of blue laser light for numerous materials enables fast cutting without damaging protection layers used in textile cutting. Blue laser cutting and engraving are suitable for diverse types of textiles including Cordura™, Alcantara, felt, 1080 denier nylon, jeans, short-staple fiber cotton, wool, tartan, fleece, white polyester, softshell, silk, lace and linen. High power density enables laser cutting textiles with carbon-reinforced yarn and nylon-reinforced yarn as well as white textiles. Many robust materials used in the production of tents, kites, and bags can be cut at 60 mm/s.
Other PLH3D-6W-XF+ Applications Gallery
Product Features
Powered by Blue Laser Diodes
Unlike infrared light, blue light is more easily absorbed by numerous industrial materials. This directly translates to several advantages including reduced power consumption and more compact heat sinking.
Integrated Control Electronics
In many laser heads that have the diode connected to the diode’s driver via a long cable and the coupling is done with connectors. Long wires are characterized by substantial inductive effects. This results in delays of the diode’s response in relation to the diode’s driver and as extension it also results in blurred lines. Connectors are more prone to disconnections than coupling done via direct soldering. Disconnecting during laser processing can damage the laser head.
Long Lifetime
Opt Lasers laser heads are industry-level grade CNC machine tools. Mechanical parts are made from machined aluminium. Our products are designed with cooling optimization in mind. Investing in the highest quality equipment ensures the best performance and price.
Lightweight Design Mounts to Nearly any CNC Machine
Featuring a lightweight, Aluminum body that makes the laser weight less than 370 g. As a typical CNC spindle weighs approximately 1.8 kg, CNC machines can operate it effortlessly.
Simple Integration
Can be set on nearly any CNC machine since it accepts both analog and PWM CNC signals.
Instant-On Power
No warm-up time
Accessories
LaserDock (Included in the Kits) – Speeds up your work and keeps your laser clean
An effective solution for both large and small CNC machines and 3D printers, this magnetic docking station allows the PLH3D-XT Series laser for engraving to be quickly attached or removed. This facilitates quick access for CNC milling or 3D printing. By protecting the laser head from plastic or wood dust from your printer or CNC mill, it can extend the lifetime of the engraving laser and reduce maintenance. It also allows you to take advantage of the entire working area of your 3D printer or CNC machine.
PLH3D-CNC Adapter (Included in the Kits) - Easy connection to any CNC machine
Many types of CNC machines and 3D printers with different control voltage standards and levels available on the market may be used to control the PLH3D head. The PLH3D-CNC Adapter converts all these signals to the standard compatible with the PLH3D head. The PLH3D-CNC Adapter contains widely used industry-standard screw connectors. A dedicated desktop low-noise power supply unit assures compatibility and reliability as well as eliminates problems caused by using third-party power supplies. The general status (power, armed, laser working) may be checked at a glance by watching three LEDs.
Laser Safety Glasses (Included in the Kits) - Ensure the highest quality of protection
These laser glasses can help reduce the probability of light entering the eye from the diffusely reflected laser light. It is important to note that while these laser glasses may be helpful at adding an additional layer of safety for diffusely scattered light, the user should not depend on them to protect against the beam entering the eye, either directly or indirectly. It is necessary to take additional precautions when working with lasers, receive proper training on how to do so and not depend on equipment as an alternative to safe practices.
Other accessories (Included in the Kits) - To make your Opt Lasers Kit plug & play
With these accessories, it is a plug & play kit. Height Reference - helps you set your working distance, power adapter with AC adapter to allow you to plug into all outlets (US, AU and Europe), wiring and screw set to connect everything together and mount to connect the machine.
Blue Laser Safety Window (Compatible with all Blue Lasers) - Install as you need
These laser windows can help reduce the probability of light entering the user’s eye from a diffusely backscattered laser light. This product is rated at OD 6+ over the range of 190 to 540 nm, blocking deep ultraviolet to green including violet and blue light.
High-Pressure Air Assist Nozzle (Compatible with XT-50 & XT-10 and XF+) - Speeds up laser engraving and cutting up to 6 times
Being compatible with the XT and XF+ Laser Head, the High-Pressure Air Nozzle is a priceless asset for laser cutting and engraving. Not only does it speed up cutting and engraving with laser by up to 6.5 times, but it also substantially improves the attained quality of the processed material. With the High-Pressure Air Nozzle your yield will have noticeably enhanced quality with uniform and well-defined features. Our High-Pressure Air Nozzle will also protect your optics from smoke and dust particles, extending the intervals between subsequent lens cleaning routines, and boost user safety.
Product Specifications
| PLH3D-6W-Series | |
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| Laser Diode Optical Power | 6W |
| Dimensions of Laser Head (L x W x H) | 40 x 55 x 78(105) mm (1.6 x 1.7 x 3.1(5.9) in.) |
| Weight of Laser Head, Typ. | 220g (7.76 oz.) |
| Flow Rate of Fan | 43 m3/h (25 CFM) |
| Fan Noise | 58 dBA |
| Mounting Hole Pattern | 4 holes, 24 x 15 mm (0.94 x 0.59 in.) |
| Mounting Hole Type | M3 x 0.5 x 4.5 mm |
| Max. Ambient Temperature | 45°C (113°F) |
| Modulations Inputs | 2 |
| Modulation Input 1 | Analog/TTL/PWM, 0 – 5 V |
| Modulation Input 21 | TTL/PWM 0 – 24 V |
| Recommended PWM Base Frequency | 5 – 10 kHz |
| Max. Modulation Bandwidth | 30 kHz |
| Input Impedance of 1 and 2 | >1 k-Ω |
| Power Supply Unit Voltage | 12 – 24 V |
| 12 V PSU Min. Current | 2.5 A |
| 24 V PSU Min. Current | 1.25 A |
| Max. Power Consumption | 30 W |
- "Laser Off" state is <2 V. "Laser On" state is 3 – 24 V.
Material Testing Gallery
Caution:
- Remember that your CNC4newbie PLH3D-6W-XF+ cutting and engraving laser is not a toy.
- Laser radiation is dangerous even when scattered or reflected from any surface.
- Always use proper protection laser filter on your CNC machine designed for the 430 - 480 nm wavelengths to avoid reflected radiation.
- Do not point laser head at people or animals.
- Never touch the beam, it may cause burns or other injuries.
- Never stare at the beam or the beam spot while the material is being cut.
- Laser radiation - Avoid eye or skin exposure to direct or scattered radiation.
- Class 4 laser product.