Take the next step in your laser engraver journey with our mid-range CO2 laser engraving machines — known for high speeds and considerable laser cutting capabilities. Ranging from 60W to 90W, these laser engravers cut through 6 mm to 9 mm (.25" to .35") thick wood and acrylic. Featuring highly popular 20” x 28” and 24” x 35” working areas, our mid-range collection delivers the perfect combination of cutting speed and engraving precision to optimize your production workflow.
Known for their excellent combination of compact size and laser engraving power, mid-range laser engraving machines are OMTech's most popular laser engraver models. Check out our laser engraving Accessories and Parts to go along with your laser etching machine!
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- Personalized Tumblers & Drinkware.
- Engraved Wooden Cutting Boards & Kitchenware.
- Laser Cut Acrylic LED Signs.
- Custom Leather Wallets & Accessories.
- Custom Jewelry & Personalized Accessories.
- Corporate Gifts & Business Branding Items.
- Wedding Decor & Event Decor.
An OMTech 90W CO2 laser machine can comfortably cut through wood, plywood, and cast acrylic up to 3/8" (approximately 9mm to 10mm) in thickness in a clean, single pass. While it can cut slightly thicker materials by slowing down the speed or running multiple passes, staying within the recommended threshold ensures pristine, scorch-free edges.
Yes. Higher wattage glass laser tubes generate significant internal heat and require active cooling to protect the tube from cracking. We highly recommend pairing these machines with an industrial water chiller (like our CW-5200 series). Additionally, our integrated air assist pumps a steady stream of compressed air at the laser’s focal point, clearing away smoke, preventing flare-ups on wood, and keeping your focus lens clean.
Cabinet-style mid-range machines offer three massive upgrades: larger physical workbeds to accommodate oversized material sheets, higher wattage tubes for faster processing of thicker materials, and a pass-through door design. OMTech’s mid-range cabinets feature front-and-back pass-through doors, allowing you to feed long, continuous sheets of wood or acrylic through the machine for grand-scale projects.
These machines are highly celebrated for their organic material compatibility. They cut and engrave beautifully on hardwoods, plywood, MDF, cast acrylic, leather, rubber, cardboard, and various fabrics. They can also deeply engrave and etch onto non-porous surfaces like stone, slate, and glass, though they will not cut through them.
Standard CO2 gas lasers operate at a wavelength that is reflected by bare metals, meaning a 60W or 90W CO2 engraving machine cannot cut or deeply etch raw stainless steel, brass, or aluminum. However, it is an exceptional tool for marking treated metals. You can use this machine to cleanly engrave anodized aluminum, powder-coated tumblers, painted metals, or bare steel pre-treated with a laser marking spray like LaserBond. For deep, raw metal engraving, please explore our dedicated Fiber Laser collection.
Our laser engravers can engrave a wide variety of materials, including wood, paper, cardboard, leather, fabric, acrylic, stone, glass, plastics, and more.
These CO2 laser engravers can also laser mark metals with the help of marking spray, but we still recommend you use our fiber laser machines for metal which guarantee better results.
Here are some key factors to consider when choosing a laser engraver:
- Material compatibility: What materials do you primarily work with?
- Engraving depth: How deep do you need the engravings?
- Work area size: How large are the items you'll be engraving?
- Power and speed: How powerful and fast does the laser need to be?
- Budget: What is your budget for the laser engraver?
- Ease of use: If you're a beginner, consider a user-friendly model.
- Future scalability: Think about your future needs and whether the laser can be upgraded or expanded.
The maintenance and operating costs of a laser engraver can vary depending on several factors. Please check this post to know the possible costs for a laser engraver.
Learning to use a laser engraver can vary in difficulty depending on your experience level and the complexity of the tasks you want to undertake.
Here is a guide for beginners: OMTECH BEGINNER'S GUIDE
Here are some ways to make money with a laser engraver:
- Offer custom engraving: Engrave names, dates, or designs on items for customers.
- Sell engraved products: Create and sell items you've engraved.
- Provide engraving services to businesses: Offer to engrave products for other companies.
- Teach laser engraving workshops: Share your knowledge and skills with others.
- Create and sell digital designs: Design and sell digital files that others can use with their laser engravers.
If you want to know how to make money with a home laser engraver, read this post.
For a beginner diving into the world of laser crafting, the OMTech Pronto 35 90W CO2 Laser is the definitive choice because it removes the steep technical hurdles usually associated with industrial machines. It offers a "plug-and-play" experience with an integrated cooling system and a built-in 5MP camera that allows you to visually drag-and-drop your designs onto your material, ensuring perfect alignment every time. As a fully enclosed Class 1 laser, it prioritizes safety for home or office environments while providing enough CO2 power to cleanly cut through 1/4" wood and clear acrylic—something budget diode lasers simply cannot do. It is the perfect bridge between a simple hobbyist tool and a professional-grade production machine, allowing you to go from unboxing to your first finished project in under thirty minutes.
