Compact, fast, user friendly and highly accurate laser engraver for personal, domestic, educational, and small business use.
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"Taking all factors into consideration, EM-Smart laser marking machines are idea tools for creative projects to make money."
"It has to say that the EM-Smart Basic is the first portable laser marking machine with commercial capacity."
"As the laser printing machine from EM-Smart, the EM-Smart One will become a ideal choice for designers, handicrafters, Etsy sellers, Kickstarter entrepreneurs, creative agencies, and small businesses."
"The EM-Smart Laser Engraver delivers exquisite engravings with its lightweight design and high-speed performance, making it the perfect choice for commercial customization services."
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"After a month with my EM-Smart Dual, I'm genuinely impressed. I'm consistently getting clean results on both wood and anodized aluminum. For the price point, the precision is remarkable. Just ordered their rotary attachment to try glasses engraving!"
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"The EM-Smart Dual handles both stainless steel and wood with impressive precision. Took some tuning, but now it's my most reliable workshop tool. Just added their field lens for finer details."
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If you're tired of being limited by your current laser machine—whether it’s lacking the power, can't handle all your materials, or just costs too much to upgrade—we have the solution. EM-Smart is thrilled to officially launch the Dual Series for the first time—introducing the EM-Smart Dual 2 and EM-Smart Dual SE.
At EM-Smart, we heard you. Forget those old limitations; this is the definitive dual-laser technology you've been waiting for.
The EM-Smart team conducted extensive market research and machine development to directly address these user demands. We are confident that both the Dual 2 and Dual SE models are making their debut as easily the best value-for-money options among similar products currently available. The Dual Series is designed to bring unprecedented performance and affordability straight to enthusiasts, creators, and small businesses alike, marking a significant stride in our dedication to bringing safe, high-performance, and smart laser products to global makers.
The Dual Pros: Unrivalled Efficiency & Versatility
The Dual Series is the crystallization of EM-Smart's commitment to machine innovation, offering customized solutions from entry-level users right up to laser experts. By simultaneously introducing both models, the Dual Series meets the demand for high-end performance in a desktop machine. This series truly sets a new industry standard in speed, precision, and safety.
Let’s examine the powerful core specifications of each model:
1. EM-Smart Dual 2: Breakthrough Color Engraving
If color marking is your creative goal, the Dual 2 offers revolutionary technology. This machine features the world's first 30W MOPA + 20W Diode dual laser combination.
Color Magic (30W MOPA): The advanced 30W MOPA fiber laser technology—previously reserved for large industrial machines—enables the Dual 2 to achieve fine color marking on various metals and plastics, moving beyond simple black and white. It unlocks 100+ vibrant engraving colors.
Diode Versatility (20W Diode): The high-powered 20W Diode laser ensures fast deep cutting of non-metallic materials like wood and acrylic. This combination provides a professional two-in-one specialist that is both plug-and-play and effortless to set up.
Or, let's watch how professional evaluation blooger say to our Dual 2:
2. EM-Smart Dual SE
It is the Ultimate Combination of Power and Value. The laser engraver market often forces users to choose between high power and low cost. The EM-Smart Dual SE resolves this dilemma with a robust 20W Fiber + 20W Diode combination.
Fiber Precision (20W Fiber): The 20W Fiber laser provides the required speed and depth for demanding marking and engraving on all types of metals.
Universal Utility (20W Diode): The accompanying 20W Diode ensures broad material compatibility, excelling at high-speed work on wood, leather, and soft materials. The Dual SE delivers significantly higher power and efficiency at a comparable price point, making it the most cost-effective dual laser engraver in its class.
4 Essential Features of All EM-Smart Lasers
Both the Dual 2 and Dual SE models share these critical, performance-defining advantages:
1. Set New Productivity Records
While 10,000 mm/s is often considered fast, the Dual Series can reach up to 15,000 mm/s!
This 1.5x boost in engraving speed guarantees higher work efficiency, allowing you to maximize output and fulfill more projects faster. Relief carving, deep engraving, or cutting—the Dual Series is designed for optimal performance.
2. Capturing Micro-Details
The motion control system achieves an incredible precision of ±0.001 mm. This technological advancement allows the Dual Series to accurately engrave even the most complex or minute details.
Practical Impact: Fine details like pet fur textures or complex QR code images can be reliably and precisely transferred onto your creative canvas.
Spot Sizes: Dual 2 (MOPA Fiber: 0.06mm / Blue Light: 0.1mm) | Dual SE (Fiber: 0.04mm / Blue Light: 0.08mm)
3. Superior Material Applicability
Metal or non-metal? The Dual Series handles them all. Dual laser sources mean our users are no longer limited to single-category creation, supporting over 300 metallic and non-metallic laser engraving materials. Common plywood, vegetable-tanned leather, acrylic sheets, or stainless steel—even multi-material combination engraving—if you have the idea, the Dual Series has the technology to execute it.
4. Safety Fully Considered: Our Top Priority
While the internal laser is classified as a Class 4 laser, EM-Smart has prioritized user safety. The Dual Series features a full-coverage enclosure and includes free laser safety eyewear to guard against dust and radiation.
Thanks to comprehensive safety measures—including a safety lock and emergency pause button—the whole system was rigorously tested and certified as a Class 1 safety-rated product, providing ultimate peace of mind when operating your desktop laser marker.
NOTE: How to identify Dual 2 and Dual SE? Just figure from the size, Dual 2 is lager and heavier than our Dual SE.
(PS: The weight in the sheet refers to Packaging Weight)
EM-Smart Dual Series Showcase
With our fiber laser engravers like EM-Smart Basic, Nova and MOPA, our ideas slay on metals. We do use Max and JPT laser sources for our fiber desktop laser engravers and all do great job in metal laser engraving, but it is our first time to combine MOPA fiber laser with diode laser.
Due to our MOPA laser source, we take color engraving as one of our features, and we did lots of tests about color marking, all turned unparalleled.
However, we believe more brilliant ideas come from users. While we engineer the speed, precision, and dual capability, the truly revolutionary projects come from your workshop, your imagination, and your hands. We are incredibly excited to see the next generation of masterpieces you will create with the Dual 2 and Dual SE. Join the EM-Smart community, share your first Dual project, and inspire the world!
Final Thoughts & Our Commitment
The EM-Smart Dual Series is the result of our commitment to innovation and value. We believe these machines offer the clear answer to boosting your power and cutting your costs without compromising on quality or safety. It's time to stop compromising on your creative vision and upgrade to the future of laser technology.
Laser engraved tumbler projects are incredibly popular among both hobbyists and small business owners. Given the high demand for custom engraved Yeti tumblers and other personalized drinkware, how do you choose the best tumbler laser engraver for your needs?
Four Features of a Qualified Tumbler Laser Engraver
Score your ideal tumbler engraving machine on these 4 criteria: Right Laser Type (20 points), Work Height (20 points) & Work Area (10 points), Support for Rotary Engraving (20 points), and Material Compatibility (30 points).
1. Suitable Laser Type
Fiber lasers are the first choice for metal, UV lasers are a versatile second, and CO2 lasers are better for non-metals. Fiber lasers excel at laser engraving on metal, whether it's bare or coated. Diode or CO2 lasers are perfect for non-metals like wood or bamboo. It's worth mentioning that a UV laser engraving machine can handle almost all materials, which makes it more expensive.
A CO2 laser engraver can engrave a tumbler, but it is best for non-metal ones. While a CO2 laser can work on coated metals, the results may not be as high-quality as those from a fiber laser.
2. Work Height & Work Area
We recommend a maximum work height of at least 90mm. The machines we're discussing are all desktop types. Common custom travel tumbler sizes range from a small 8-ounce (2.5 × 3.5 inches) to a medium 16-ounce (3.0 × 6.0 inches)
(source: omnisizes.com)
For the work area, most desktop machines have a minimum area of 110x110mm, which is generally sufficient. This size may be snug when using a rotary attachment, but it is perfectly workable for most tumbler engraving ideas.
3. Support Rotary Laser Engraving
This is the most crucial function for a tumbler engraver. A rotary attachment is essential for achieving professional, seamless results, especially for users who want full-wrap designs on their customized tumbler cups.
For tumbler engraving, you need a rotary engraving machine attachment with a diameter range of 0-100mm Ø. A chuck or gripping jaw mechanism is preferable for securely holding the tumbler.
4. Material Compatibility
(Image from the Spruce Eats)
For durability and convenience, people often prefer metal custom tumblers, like aluminum and stainless steel. However, custom tumbler cups also come in glass, bamboo, wood, and ceramics. Therefore, a dual-laser engraver, such as an IR laser + Diode laser or a Fiber laser + Diode laser, offers the greatest flexibility.
How Much Does it Cost to Buy a Tumbler Engraving Machine?
Based on our research, a capable machine may cost between $1,000 and $4,000. As mentioned, an ideal tumbler laser engraver that handles both metals and non-metals will be at the higher end of this range.
However, your specific needs come first. If you rarely engrave non-metals, a dedicated fiber laser engraver can reduce the cost compared to a dual-laser system of the same power. A 20W fiber laser engraver may cost $1,500 around, thus the price of a suitable fiber laser engraver ranges from $1,200 - $ 4,000.
The price can be even lower if you only need to engrave coated metal tumblers. A diode laser engraver can remove the coated surface to reveal the metal underneath without deeply engraving the metal itself, making it a cost-effective option for certain DIY tumbler projects. And the price ranges from $200 - $1,200, for laser power from 3W to 30W.
Tumbler Engraving Machine Recommendations
Here, we will recommend 5 tumbler laser engravers that work with both metals and non-metals, followed by options for diode and CO2 laser engravers.
There are two main types of dual-laser engravers: IR + Diode and Fiber + Diode. The former has an average price of around $1,500, while the latter is around $3,500, mainly due to the difference in laser power. For high-speed and permanent, high-contrast marks, a 20W laser is sufficient for this job.
Quick Comparison for Diode/CO2 Laser Engravers
Diode or CO2 laser engravers operate at slower speeds but are still capable of producing clear, noticeable marks. Diode lasers are better suited for coated metals, while CO2 lasers perform exceptionally well on non-metal materials.
Specifically, CO2 laser engravers come at a slightly higher cost, generally $1,500 to $2,500, but excel at engraving non-metallic materials such as wood, glass, and ceramics.
Pros of Tumbler Laser Engraving
Laser engraving, in general, offers five key benefits: speed, precision, automation, safety, and creativity. Check our EM-Smart Dual 2!
1. Speed: Engraving is incredibly fast. A desktop fiber laser can reach speeds of 15,000mm/s, while a diode laser operates around 600mm/s. A simple pattern can take just seconds!
2. High Precision: One of the main selling points is precision, especially for photos and complex patterns. High-end machines can engrave with a precision of 0.001mm.
3. Automated Process: The biggest advantage over hand engraving is automation. Simple jobs require parameter setting in software, while more complex tasks like rotary laser engraving are managed with attachment tools. All this is handled seamlessly by the machine and its software.
4. Safety: All reputable tumbler engraving machines include laser safety goggles. Some are designed with full safety enclosures. Since you don't touch the material during the process, the risk is minimized.
5. Creativity: With laser engraving, complicated patterns, detailed characters, and high-resolution photos can be reproduced with ease. Your custom tumbler ideas can easily become a reality.
FAQs for a Tumbler Laser Engraver
1. How long does it take to laser engrave a tumbler?
The time depends on the design's complexity, the engraving area, laser power, and the material. Simple logos may take about 1 minute, while complex or full 360° laser engraving can take 10 minutes or longer. For example, a 20W laser takes about 2 minutes to engrave a 10cm² pattern.
2. What kind of laser do I need to engrave tumblers?
For metal tumblers, we recommend a 20W desktop fiber laser, for non-metals like wood or ceramics, a CO2 laser is better. For both, a dual-laser system is needed.
3. What do I need to start laser engraving tumblers?
You will need a laser engraver (Fiber, CO2, or Diode), a cutting panel, a wet towel for fire safety, and a rotary attachment tool if you plan to do full-wrap designs.
4. Which is better for tumbler engraving, CO2 or diode?
If choosing between the two for versatility, a CO2 laser engraver is generally more capable. However, if your budget allows, we recommend a dual-laser engraver with both fiber and diode sources for the best results on all materials.
Conclusion
In short, we hope this guide provides you with enough information to choose your ideal tumbler engraving machine. When selecting a machine, always consider your real needs and budget. A qualified tumbler laser engraver is not only a tool for creating exquisite customized tumblers but also a capable assistant for your entire laser engraving journey.
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