FLUX beamo 30W Desktop CO2 Laser Cutter

Frequently Asked Questions

• General Information

  1. What is beamo?
     beamo is a small desktop CO2 laser cutter and engraver. It features a powerful 30-watt CO2 laser, that can cut and engrave on organic materials and even engrave select metal. With its revolutionary design and intuitive user interface, you’re just steps away from having fun making amazing things.
     
  2. Will beamo be difficult to set-up?
     beamo supports file formats you’re familiar with, such as JPG, PNG, SVG, DXF, AI and PDF, and our software is very easy to use. With the included tutorial, you will be making things in no time!
     
  3. I'm new to all this, what if I have some questions?
     You can easily find answers to the most common questions in our Help Center, which we update regularly. You can also contact our customer support online and our support team will be more than happy to help you.
     
  4. What is the warranty?
     We provide a 12-month warranty for beamo and 3-month warranty for the laser. If you’ve encountered an issue, please contact our technical staff, so we can determine a suitable fix. Parts and tutorials will be provided if needed, and for the cost of shipping.
• Laser Information

  1. What's the wattage of the laser tube?
     beamo is equipped with a 30W CO2 laser tube operating at 10640nm. The wavelength is suitable for cutting all kinds of acrylics and other non-metal materials.
     
  2. What materials can beamo cut and engrave?
     beamo can cut and engrave wood, acrylic, leather, rubber, foods, stone, glass and more. The maximum cutting thickness is up to 7mm (varies by material). beamo can also engrave on anodized aluminum and stainless steel, but the power levels are not enough to cut these materials.
     
  3. Is it possible to cut deeper than the maximum cutting thickness stated in the specs?
     If you slow down the speed or re-do the cut, you can cut thicker pieces.
     
  4. Does the camera cover the complete work area?
     Almost, the camera will miss the upper margin by 1cm. Please see the specs for the exact dimensions.
     
  5. What safety precautions should I take?
     beamo is designed with various safety features, such as open lid detection and emergency shutdown. Nevertheless, it is best never to leave beamo unattended while it’s operating.
     
  6. Can beamo cut metal?
     The power levels are not high enough to cut metal, but beamo can etch anodized aluminum. In addition, CO2 laser works well on stainless steel with the use of Cermark or Brilliance spray.
• Connections & Software

  1. Is Beam Studio free?
     Yes, it's completely free. Feel free to download it even before receiving your machine. We welcome your feedback!
     
  2. What file types does Beam Studio support?
     Beam Studio supports JPG, PNG, SVG, AI, and DXF files.
     
  3. Is Lightburn Supported?
     You can control your machine through Lightburn with an additional bridge cable ($49). Currently, the camera preview feature is not supported in Lightburn.
     
  4. What is the touch panel?
     The touch panel allows you to start, pause, and stop tasks, as well as control and monitor your Beambox's status with just a touch of your finger.
     
  5. Can the machine operate independently?
     Yes. When you import files to Beam Studio, they're uploaded to the machine before the task begins, allowing you to disconnect your computer anytime. You can also import files directly using a USB drive or select from the recent task list on the touch panel.
     
  6. How do I connect the machine to my laptop?
     You can connect via Wi-Fi, Ethernet, or use a direct Ethernet connection for offline operation.
     
  7. What operating systems does Beam Studio support?
     Beam Studio is compatible with Windows, macOS, and Linux.