Scores
6
Value ScoreComparible value for money when comparing power, capabilities, features, upgradability etc.
4
Beginner Score
8
Capability Score
Quick Verdict
Good-value CO2 laser, requires maintenance
Best For
Small business production for users happy to tinker
OmTech
OMTech Polar
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£1,799new
Laser Types
CO2
Form FactorPortable, desktop, benchtop or floorstanding
Desktop
Optical PowerPower of the primary laser
50W
EnclosureIs the laser contained within a perspect unit which protects your eyes and supports fume extraction
Built In
Camera
Yes
Normalised Price £Rough exchange of EUR/USD to GBP to help compare - but not built on realtime rates.
£1,799
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Full Specifications
OMTech Polar
Overview
Laser Types
CO2
Form FactorPortable, desktop, benchtop or floorstanding
Desktop
Motion SystemGantry - laser moves on a frame controlled by belts.
Galvo - laser is stationary and is redirected with mirrors
Gantry
User levelLevel of technical knowledge required to run and maintain laser
Small Business
Other
Model
Polar
Use Case
Tinkering / DIY
ComplexityPlug & play is minimal setup.
Assebly / Setup might need to assemble gantry frames, some peripherals building like the enclosures.
Hands-on / DIY would expect to maintain the unit and laser beyond the initial assembly - replacing CO2 tubes, tightening belts etc).
Hands-on / DIY
Technical
Optical PowerPower of the primary laser
50W
Max Engraving Speed
500mm/s
Size
Work Area X
500mm
Work Area Y
300mm
Features
EnclosureIs the laser contained within a perspect unit which protects your eyes and supports fume extraction
Built In
Rotary SupportDoes the laser accomidate an add on for working on round objects, like cups
Camera
Air Assist IncludedDedicated air stream to reduce burn
Dual LaserNumber of lasers heads
1
Support
LightBurn Compatible
Materials
Engraves Wood
Cuts Wood
Engraves AcrylicColour dependant
Cuts AcrylicColour dependant
Marks Metal
Engraves Slate
Engraves Glass
Engraves Leather
Buying
Price New
£1,799
Normalised Price £Rough exchange of EUR/USD to GBP to help compare - but not built on realtime rates.
£1,799
Scores
Value ScoreComparible value for money when comparing power, capabilities, features, upgradability etc.
6/10
Beginner Score
4/10
Capability Score
8/10