Which CO2 laser tube do I need?
Laser tube nearing the end of its life? Want to pack some extra punch to your output? Choosing the right size CO2 laser tube for your machine involves considering several factors....
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Which CO2 laser tube do I need?
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Is there an advantage to a larger diameter lens?
The short answer is "NO". There is no advantage to a bigger diameter lens.The long answer is "it depends".Is the beam diameter more than 70% of the diameter of the...
Ana Walters |
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Engraving 1.5” vs 2.0” vs 4.0”
No question, everything being perfect a 1.5” will give the best results! Everything being perfect, a 1.5” lens can easily achieve 500dpi: Perfectly flat part Perfectly level bed Perfect beam...
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Lens vs Lens Tube - What's the difference?
American Photonics don't feel you should ever touch your lens. That's why we've developed an easier, cost-efficient way to replace and clean it without dropping it, or getting the oils from your...
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Setting the proper focus in your K40
By HP Persson DIY & how-to, Lens & mirrors alignment, K40 laser cutter, K40D laser cutter, Laser head, Lens, Mirrors 13 Comments Focus is very important for your work, if you are out of focus you will lose power or get strange effects...
Ana Walters |
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How to find out the correct diameter for my lens stem?
If you're looking to buy one of our lens stems, but you're unsure on the correct diameter, here it is an easy way to find out: Just measure the diameter of...
Ana Walters |
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How to determine the focal length?
A focal length is the distance between the upper surface of substrate and the bottom of the lens, and the height will depend on what you're looking to do with your...
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How do I determine which Reverse Alignment Tool to order?
''I'd like to order the alignment tool but not sure what size to buy''. If you're not sure about the correct alignment tool size you need, there's an easy way...
Ana Walters |
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Letter To Our Clients, Suppliers, Employees and Community
Dear Customer, This year of 2020 has been quite the year so far. We have all experienced new challenges while learning to adjust to a “new normal” with each passing...
Ana Walters |
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APC ebook - APC history, main customers, products segmentation and more
Chick on the picture to open our ebook and learn about American Photonics:
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Woman CEO - Manufacturing Laser Industry - Manufacturing in Focus Magazine
Made in AmericaAmerican PhotonicsWritten by Claire SuttlesAmerican Photonics (APC) manufactures precision laser optics for the CO 2 laser industry. Thecompany has earned its place in a competitive market by providing...
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What Lens Should I use on my Boss Laser Co2 Laser Machine?
American Photonics customer service and/or sales team receive daily questions about what lens to buy for my Co2 Laser machine. We do manufacture more than 4000 part number for Co2...
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Why Replace Laser Lens and Mirrors? Why American Photonics (APC)? - Best Sellers PN# for K40
Why Replace Laser Lens and Mirrors? Why American Photonics (APC) Best Sellers PN# for K40 Lasers are essential for many industries from a small garage laser engraver to aerospace, industrial,...
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