There are few machines on the market today that successfully offer multiple tooling functions at reasonable cost without compromise. It’d be a boon to have a 3D printer with powerful laser engraving function, wouldn’t it?
That’s the vision of Endurance, a startup based in Russia and the US, whose goal it is to help makers and hobbyists everywhere expand the capabilities of their machines.
With sights set firmly on making function-changing enhancements simple and effective, Endurance high-power laser modules can be attached to any 3D printer, adding incredibly versatile laser cutting and engraving function with no compromise.
Three Years, Six Lasers
Launched in 2015, Endurance Lasers’ first product was an affordable 2.1 watt laser attachment. In the three years since, the company has releasing a further five laser add-ons. Ranging from 3.5 to 10 watts, such diverse choice means there’s a laser add-on here for most maker needs.
Need to cut 5mm of plywood in a single pass? That’ll be the 10 watt. Same usage, but not fussy about the time it takes? Try the 5.6 watt laser add-on (which is plug-and-play, by the way).
The secret to Endurance’s success is the reliability of the laser add-ons, paired to true continuous laser output.
True Power, Verified by Experts
Many manufacturers of such laser modules, and the mass-market retailers that sell them, do not disclose the actual rated power. This results in inconsistent performance and mislead customers.
Endurance lasers add-ons are different; made by makers, for makers, the company utilizes specialist equipment to test and verify each and every laser built. Such quality control means that its laser add-ons are up to scratch for makers to get creative from the get-go.
A quick and dirty test of your own to try at home is to compare the expected result of cutting a material (Xmm in X passes) against how the laser actually performs. Take an 8 watt+ laser add-on by Endurance — only operating at its continuous, true specified power can it cut 2-3mm of plywood in a single pass.
Performance and Quality for Varied Tasks
Mindful of the wide-ranging projects a maker may embark upon, Endurance ensures that its laser add-ons are up to the task of demanding jobs engraving the likes of stone, glass and even stainless steel, anodized aluminium, brass and copper.
Developing a laser product is no meat feat, but Endurance has struck upon a premium solution that overcomes issues such as heat distribution from the laser diode, incorporating high-quality parts — including the laser driver — to ensure long-term stability and reliability.
A particular point of pride for Endurance is that its laser add-ons are good for 10,000 hours of operation.
Why Trust Endurance Lasers?
Besides boasting perhaps friendliest community of laser engraving enthusiasts sharing their work, tutorials and experiences on the Endurance Flickr account, there is also the diligent customer service from CEO and co-founder, George I Fomitchev. Generally answering customer queries within the hour, Fomitchev attributes such service as a key factor in Endurance Lasers’ success.
And the channels are also open for feedback and inspiration from customers. As the direct result of customer feedback, Endurance released the Laser Box — a peripheral that measures laser temperature, input and output voltage.
With 1,700 laser shipped worldwide, it’s safe to say Endurance is establishing itself as an assured option for 3D printer and CNC machine modifications.
But the company’s ambition doesn’t rest there, and the maker’s work is never done. Fomitchev and co. are currently cooking up a range of more powerful infrared lasers up to 15 watt laser output. The majority of work on the new products is complete, with preorders open and the company in the finalization stages of development.
A Special Offer — 35% Off Endurance Laser Engraving Add-Ons
Acknowledging that a prebuilt laser add-on might not satisfy the maker urges of all, Endurance also sells a kit version of its laser add-on. Requiring some soldering skills and electronics know how, the Laser Kit is a 2-8 hour build following the company’s tutorial and how-to guide.
Speaking of which, regular updates (including tutorials and how-tos) from Endurance appear across the major social media channels, keeping customers in the know with fresh videos detailing the product’s capabilities, demonstrations on preparing jobs and generating g-code.
And as if giving the gift of accessible laser cutting and engraving wasn’t enough, Endurance actually does give the gift of its laser add-ons with regular giveaways on social media.
The generosity continues here, as George I Fomitchev is extending a special 35% off discount to All3DP readers, in celebration of his 35th birthday.
Simply use the code “I love All3DP and Endurance Lasers” when purchasing via the Endurance website to receive your discount.
Find out more at endurancelasers.com
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