[dattanchu]

I am looking to own my own Gweike laser after using the Gweike 1390 at a local maker space. I would like to cut up to 6mm acrylics and MDF in my garage (hot weather most of the time) and <$2000. I am looking at the Ebay K40 laser and a Gweike Storm 500 and would like some input from more experience fellow members.

• Do I need a dedicated 240V outlet?
• Is a Gweike Storm 500 a better machine than than the K40 for my purpose? Will I need multiple passes on these 35W-40W CO2 tubes?
• Being that it is in a garage, what is the recommended way to run the air/fume outside? Bore a hole through the garage wall?
• Is there a better option for my price range?

I am planning on cutting miniature buildings that I design for my own train/model man cave. Cutting acrylics are for making clear parts to fit into other 3d printed pieces for my custom miniature project. Thank you for your help.

[fixtureman1]

The Storm is a lot better than the k40s. If you are in the USA order it 110 volt not 240

[Gweikelasers]

Hi, We have 110v & American plug.
Storm better than K40. With the budget of around 2000, you can also consider lg3040 or lg500, 40w or 60w.

[g.weike laser]

hi,
actually k40 is waste of money,there are so many complaint for it on forum,so just go ahead with our storm500

[AmyThunderlaser]

Gweike Storm 500 should be better than K40.
and Thunder Laser can also be your good choice:
Thunderlaser- leading provider of laser cutter and laser engraver from China