We check out the Muse, Full Spectrum’s hobby-class laser cutter priced at $5000. It’s a 45 watt CO2 laser that aims to compete with other emerging hobby cutters made to run in the home garage or workshop. We learn about the features, interface, and expected usage lifespan of this laser cutter that’s shipping today. Find...
We check out Dremel’s new DigiLab laser cutter, their first forray into the personal and prosumer laser cutter space. This device is Dremel’s take on the Full Spectrum Laser Muse cutter, with their own software, testing, and support. We take a look at its operation, cooling unit, and chat about concerns like laser lifespan and...
We recently discovered the awesome world of custom wargaming terrain, like these laser-cut kits from BlackSiteStudio. We’ve put together a few of them now, including an intricate modular fallout shelter. This kit we’re assembling today is even more impressive, making excellent use of the laser-cut aesthetic for post-apocalyptic architecture! Find these kits at https://blacksitestudio/ Shot...
After using the Glowforge personal laser cutter for six months, Jeremy and Norm talk about the projects they’ve done, the lessons they’ve learned from using the machine, and caveats of its operation. The Glowforge definitely has its limitations, but being able to easily laser cut in our own homes has changed the way we think...
Setting up a laser cutter at home or in your workshop isn’t as hard as you think. In this video we will take the next step in the Full Spectrum Laser Muse 3D installation. This time I will walk through the laser cutter setup and after some basic product evaluation I will make a first...
Check out our in-depth interview about the Glowforge laser cutter here: Earlier this month, we introduced the Glowforge, a new laser cutter that’s designed to be accessible and easy to use in the home or workshop. A lot of you had questions about how it worked, and we wanted to learn more about it as...
We test and review Dremel’s Digilab LC40 laser cutter, a 40 watt hobby laser designed for personal workshops and maker spaces. We go over its setup, safety features, and capabilities, including the differences between it and other glass tube lasers in its class. There’s a lot to like here! Find the laser cutter here: Disclaimer:...
We have a new laser cutter in our office! Sean’s been setting up our digital fabrication shop in the Tested studio, and gives us a look at the 60 watt Univeral Systems laser cutter that we just installed. Join us for our first test cut: making the Tested sign! Subscribe for more videos! Follow us...
It’s finally here! We have a pre-release model of the Glowforge laser cutter in our office to test, and have been running it through its paces. Adam and Norm show off its features and run through a few test cuts, including tracing one of Adam’s drawings. Let us know what questions you have about the...