Hi everyone,

I have read many positive reviews for the Chinese laser systems on this forum and others.

Therefore, I have decided to make the push and buy my own, direct from China. I've been in contact with Thunderlaser, G weike (wk laser) and Shenhui.
I'm pretty much set on a 900 x 600 with 80W tube, and will be using it to mark anodized aluminium and cut 9mm plywood.

I have a few queries:

1) Is the 80W tube powerful enough to cut 9mm ply with any great speed, or should I go for 100W?
2) Is it worth buying a spare laser tube? I've been advised that they last for 8000 - 10,000 hours.
3) Should I also buy spare belts, mirrors and lenses?
4) The thunderlaser systems are ~30% more money than the other brands. Is it worth paying the extra?
5) The laser will be shipped to my nearest seaport (Hull, UK). Do you know if I can pick it up from the port or would I have to pay for delivery on my end?

Any other thoughts (positive and negative) are welcome.

Thanks, Peter.