Solid wood
Hardwoods and softwoods for engraving, signs and cutting boards.
Which laser types handle it
| Laser type | Cut | Engrave |
|---|---|---|
| Diode | Yes | Yes |
| Infrared (1064 nm) Not a listed material for 1064 nm modules; use the diode. | No | No |
| CO2 | Yes | Yes |
| Fiber Fiber lasers are built for metal; use a diode or CO2. | No | No |
| MOPA fiber MOPA lasers are built for metal; use a diode or CO2. | No | No |
| UV | No | Yes |
What's typical for each laser type. A machine's own page shows what its manufacturer lists.
Safety
Wood can flare up, especially resinous species and thick cuts. Use air assist, keep a fire extinguisher within reach, and Vent fumes outdoors or through a filter rated for laser smoke, and never leave a running laser unattended.
Notes
Darker, denser hardwoods engrave with more contrast; cutting depth depends heavily on power and species.
Lasers we track that handle it
| Laser | Cut | Engrave |
|---|---|---|
| Atomstack A20 Pro V2 Diode | Yes | Yes |
| Creality Falcon A1 Diode | Yes | Yes |
| Creality Falcon2 Pro Diode | Yes | Yes |
| Glowforge Aura Diode | Yes | Yes |
| Glowforge Pro HD CO2 | Yes | Yes |
| LaserPecker LP4 Hybrid | Yes | Yes |
| Monport ONYX CO2 | Yes | Yes |
| OMTech Polar Lite CO2 | Yes | Yes |
| Ortur Laser Master 3 Diode | Yes | Yes |
| Sculpfun iCube Ultra Diode | Yes | Yes |
| WeCreat Vision Pro Diode | Yes | Yes |
| xTool F1 Hybrid | Yes | Yes |
| xTool F1 Ultra Hybrid | Yes | Yes |
| xTool F2 Hybrid | Yes | Yes |
| xTool F2 Ultra Hybrid | Yes | Yes |
| xTool M2 Diode | Yes | Yes |
| xTool P2S CO2 | Yes | Yes |
| xTool P3 CO2 | Yes | Yes |
| xTool S1 Diode | Yes | Yes |
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