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  1. 10-30-2021, 12:51 AM #41
    glenn0411
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    Re: Realistic life of Chinese laser tubes

    Quote Originally Posted by rayscott View Post
    I would expect your power loss to actually be from degrading quality of the mirror surface. A lot of people would start blaming the laser tube and don't realize that a more common problem is in the mirrors, lens, and alignment.

    Ray Scott
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    couldnt agree more.....i replace all 3 mirrors.....and quality is back.....
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  2. 10-30-2021, 01:16 AM #42
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    Re: Realistic life of Chinese laser tubes

    i use an SPT 45w tube.....for last 3 years....never run full power....i've cut up to 1/4 inch cast acrylic, end currently use to engrave self adhesive 2 color labels for friends business....have replaced mirrors, lenses, belts, limit switches....but not tube yet......hours? 5 hours week for 45-50 weeks X 3 years....watch your temps...dont run full power...has been great......soon as i have to increase power to compensate.....i'll buy another
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