Howdy,
I am working up a cost estimate for my entry into the laser engraving hobby/business. As I understand things, I need the following things alongside a laser device to be properly set up in my shop (who am i kidding? My already overstuffed garage….)
These are the thingsI think I need:
• A clear shot to a four inch diameter venting hole in the wall/ceiling to the outside
• A motor for sucking out the volatiles to the outside.
• A dedicated 15 amp circuit for laser and pump motor and compressor.
• I am expecting to purchase/lease an Epilog compressor for a 40 watt zing 24.
40 watt zing 24: $11,995.00
Air Assist Comp: $300.00
Dedicated 15 amp circuit (panel upgrade?) $???
Air suction pump $???
Halotron fire extinguisher $???
Total
$12,295.00+
If anyone has some suggestions for a solid exhaust pump, I would be much obliged to hear about it! Can they as a rule be cycled multiple times in a day?
Also, I am drawn to the Epilog series primarily based upon it's being designed and built in the USA. So far I have been unsuccessful in finding another US designer/manufacturer. Are there others out there?
Also, how satisfied are you with your Epilog laser?
Would you purchase another Epilog based upon your experience?
Have you run into any surprising (read: disappointing) quality issues?
How reliable has your device turned out to be for you?
If you have had the energy and patience to read through this and then reply, thanks so much!
With kind regards,
Steve O'Sullivan
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