Everything you need to know to get started! Diode Lasers Overview What are Diode Laser Machines? A Diode Laser Machine is a laser engraver and/or cutting machine that uses a semiconductor divide to emit coherent light. A Laser Diode uses electricity to stimulate semiconductive materials that will release photons. Diodes contain mirrors which deflect energy through a lens to create the laser beam used for engraving and cutting materials. It is well known that there are a TON of laser machines out in the market for Makers to choose from. The first step is deciding which type of laser is...

  MakerStock's Maker Spotlight highlights the talented makers in our community. This month, our 4th of July themed Maker Spotlight features the awesome maker, Nick Sansone! Nick pushes the limits of making with the pieces he creates. All his projects are made from a mixture of acrylic and wood from MakerStock! His work consists of signage, badges, wall art, shadow boxes, and other larger projects. Nick is also an official OMTech Laser affiliate, another US based company. Nick is the creator of NPG creation shops and he is active on social media and Etsy. At NPG creation shops, he focuses...

Scrap. Isn't it what we all love to hate? Great when we need just a tiny piece to complete a project. Terrible when it clutters up a MakerSpace or workshop. We all face the same dilemma.

Check out MakerStock's tips on reducing scrap in your MakerSpace!