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...

The Right Materials, At The Right Size, At The Right Time At MakerStock, we know that there isn’t a “one-size-fits-all” for all of the possible projects out there. We keep the most common size panels in stock and available for quick checkout on our website. But, your project does not need to be limited to just those sizes. MakerStock will custom cut any of our materials upon request. Maybe you have a cracked plexi panel in your laundry room that you would love to replace? And you were eyeing up frosted white acrylic since it looks perfect for hiding fluorescent bulbs...