Laser Source

We are talking about business growth, management of debt, and investing in your future and retirement, taking control of your present and future - a conversation you don’t want to miss. Listen in and get key details about how to start, grow, manage and make your business into something that will work for you not only while you’re breaking your back but after you decide to call it quits. Everything you need to get started is in this episode of the Laser Source podcast!

Michael and I are back from LightObject and we didn’t come home empty handed! We shot nearly half a TERABYTE of footage and the content we have coming is insane. From daily vlogs to smashing laser tubes this has been a crazy experience. We’re covering details of the trip, its sponsorship, metal cutting CO2 lasers and genuine Mexican taco trucks. But wait, there’s more! Tips for promoting your laser business, 3D printing, the x-Tool P2, and cutting 1/4“ MDF with a 10w diode laser and so so much more. This episode of the Laser Source podcast has it all!

Alex tries to convince the world to just wear their f%&kin’ safety glasses. We’re at LightObject and we chat about our chiller experiment, tube testing facility and the Ranger, Falcon and Legend machines we’re going to get to play with! We also cover LightObject cameras in LightObject machines, what role frequency plays in engraving, and the value of Laser Everything’s livestream and longform content. You can also look forward to explanations of MOPA lasers and pulse width, the economics of fiber laser cutting machines, pro tips for building enclosures and glass tube storage. Finally we also chat about whether or not you can convert a gantry laser into a galvo laser. Learn why you can’t on this episode of the Laser Source podcast!

Kyle and Michael attempt to give some tips for ceramics on CO2 lasers. Matt has a massive log and Michael dishes out some knowledge about dealing with whacky objects and advocates for 4“ lenses. Matt has a close call with fire and covers some techniques for cleaning up CO2 glass engraving. Should you sell on Etsy or in person? We’re digging into it! Learn some of the best methods for lining up projects on lasers without a red dot or beam combiner. The gang compares a 30w JPT with a 50w Raycus, which is better for you? Finally, everyone gives their 2 cents on SEO tips for Etsy. All of this and much more, this week on the Laser Source podcast!

In this episode of the Laser Source podcast: Kyle makes a wooden birthday cake and unboxes his new order from Ocooch Hardwoods. Can you cut a pizza with a laser? Learn the difference between split size and overlap rotary settings and learn why there is so much variance between powder coat laser settings. We share some important info about how DPI and dot size effect your lasers power and cover some tips on saving money on ventilation. We discuss whether we’d choose a 20w or 30w fiber laser on a budget, too! Don’t miss our take on why you SHOULD KEEP your EZCAD installation on hand and catch a quick demo on LightBurn Library management. All of this and more this week on the Laser Source podcast!

Whether you know him has the man in the chicken costume or the naked stud from Laser Focused magazine, Darryl has touched all of our lives. Now it’s time to get down and dirty with some questions in the latest episode of the Laser Source podcast. Explore the wacky world of Darryl Aspin like you never have before in this stellar interview where we learn all about where he came from, where he’s going and what it took to get there. All hail the king!

In this brand new episode of the Laser Source podcast Mae Armstrong teaches us all about Adobe Express, her favorite FREE way to generate quick and effective graphics for business. Whether you want to create beautiful graphics for your online store or website, make eye catching banners and logos for your social media presence or build stunning pricing sheets to seal the deal - Adobe Express has you covered. The best part? No graphic design experience needed and did I mention it’s FREE?

The Laser Everything Marketplace is nearly complete and we’re calling all laser owners to join the ranks and become a vendor! This is a great opportunity not only to make money, but to help others in the community in need of blanks, files, machines, coaching and everything else you could imagine. Join us for an insightful hour of questions and answers from our live viewers about the specifics and prepare to open your LE Marketplace store today!

If you’re stuck in a rut or find yourself having difficulty starting new projects or learning new skills this episode is for you! Alex and the gang go in depth into their personal strategies for overcoming hurdles in productivity and easy tricks to keep yourself moving and on target. Whether an engraving file isn’t turning out the way you wanted or you just can’t stop yourself from procrastinating on a big job - this episode is for you.

There’s so much knowledge to gain in this episode of the Laser Source podcast! We’re talking about LightBurn Bridge kit availability and how or if you should make your own. We’re also covering leather and slate on fiber, what you need to know about Boss Laser, diodes and steel, moving lasers across the country, how to take care of fiber optic cables, leveling gantries and rusting anneals. It doesn’t end there. We’re also comparing RF tubes with Glass tube CO2 lasers, give an overview on rotary attachments, and cover how to find your focal distance on a galvo CO2 plus SO MUCH MORE.