OMTech Maker MF2028-100 100W CO2 Laser Cutter and Engraver with 20" x 28" Working Area - USB-5701-U5

OMTech Maker MF2028-100 100W CO2 Laser Cutter and Engraver with 20" x 28" Working Area - USB-5701-U5

100W CO2 Laser Cutter and Engraver with 20 x 28 in Work Area for Wood, Acrylic, Leather, Glass, Stone, and Treated Metal Marking

OMTech Maker MF2028-100 100W CO2 Laser Cutter and Engraver with 20" x 28" Work Area, 600 mm/s Max Speed, 4-Way Pass-Through, Dual Workbeds, Ruida Control Panel, Rotary Axis Compatibility

The OMTech Maker MF2028-100 is a 100W CO2 laser cutter and engraver built for higher-output engraving and cutting workflows. It combines a 20" x 28" work area, up to 600 mm/s max engraving speed, manual focus, 4-way pass-through, dual honeycomb and aluminum blade workbeds, Ruida control panel, and rotary-axis compatibility for a wide range of small business, studio, and workshop projects.

Designed as a midrange 100W CO2 laser solution, the MF2028-100 offers a larger 20" x 28" engraving area and a 100W Yongli H4 CO2 laser tube for productive cutting and engraving. The machine supports up to 600 mm/s engraving speed and includes dual honeycomb and aluminum blade workbeds for different project types. Four-way pass-through access helps users work with longer materials, while rotary-axis compatibility supports 360-degree engraving on cylindrical and round objects when paired with a compatible rotary attachment. RDWorks is bundled with the machine, and compatible software includes LightBurn, CorelDRAW, and AutoCAD. This model requires a water chiller for optimal cooling and stability.

Key Features:

• 100W CO2 Laser Output: Built for higher-output engraving and cutting workflows in a 20" x 28" class machine.
• 20" x 28" Work Area: Provides space for larger projects and supports both honeycomb and aluminum blade workbeds.
• 600 mm/s Max Engraving Speed: Supports up to 23.6 ips / 600 mm/s maximum engraving speed for efficient production workflows.
• Manual Focus: Listed as a manual-focus model in the product comparison section.
• 4-Way Pass-Through: Front/back and side-to-side pass-through openings help accommodate longer materials.
• Dual Work Platforms: Includes honeycomb and aluminum blade workbeds for handling different materials and project needs.
• Yongli H4 CO2 Laser Tube: The page highlights a Yongli H4 CO2 laser tube delivering 100W of power for up to 8,000 hours of usage when consistently used at lower settings.
• Ruida Digital Control Panel: The Ruida control panel allows users to pause or stop projects, adjust laser power and speed, view files, and frame projects.
• Rotary Axis Compatible: Compatible with rotary-axis engraving for cylindrical and round objects when used with a compatible rotary attachment.
• Powerful Cutting Capability: The product page states the machine cuts up to 0.4 in. deep on a variety of materials.
• Software Compatibility: Bundled software is RDWorks; compatible software includes LightBurn, CorelDRAW, and AutoCAD.
• Data Transmission Options: Supports USB cable, Ethernet cable, USB flash drive, and offline data transmission.
• Water Chiller Required: The product page states this machine requires a water chiller for optimal cooling and stability.

Specifications:

Detailed Package List:

Ideal Customers: Small business owners; sign shops; serious creators; production-focused workshops; personalization businesses; craft studios; makers; schools or makerspaces with appropriate ventilation and cooling setup.

Applications: Wood engraving and cutting; acrylic projects; leather engraving; rubber stamps; paper and cardboard projects; plastic and MDF projects; glass etching; stone, marble, tile, and slate engraving; cylindrical object engraving with a compatible rotary attachment; treated metal marking applications.

Compatible Materials:

• Materials Suitable for Engraving: Acrylic; wood; leather; rubber; paper; plastic; fabric; MDF; cardboard; marble; foam; fiberglass.
• Materials Suitable for Cutting: Acrylic; wood; leather; rubber; paper; plastic; fabric; MDF; cardboard; foam.

FAQ:

Q: What are the electrical and ventilation requirements for a 100 W cabinet laser?

A: The OMTech 100W CO2 cabinet operates on a standard 110V / 60Hz input power supply, drawing roughly 900W, meaning it can run on a typical workshop or garage circuit breaker. Because cutting thick wood and acrylic generates significant smoke and vaporized fumes, you must use the included exhaust fan to duct the air out a window or route the line through a dedicated multi-stage industrial air purifier.

Q: Can I perform detailed, fine engraving on a 100W laser, or is it too powerful?

A: You can comfortably do both. While 100W is optimized for heavy cutting, its advanced digital power resolution allows you to tune the power down to precise minimum thresholds (typically around 10-15%). This enables the laser head to perform delicate raster engraving on leather, glass, rubber stamps, slate, and denim at rapid speeds up to 600 mm/s without scorching the substrate.

Q: Does a 100 watt laser cutter require an industrial water chiller?

A: Yes, absolutely. High-power 100W glass laser tubes generate intense internal heat during continuous cutting. To protect the tube from thermal shock, performance drops, or cracking, it requires active refrigeration cooling. We strongly recommend pairing this system with an industrial water chiller, such as our CW-5200 series, which actively pumps temperature-regulated water through the laser's cooling loop to maintain maximum tube stability.

Q: What is the expected operational lifespan of the OMTech 100W glass laser tube?

A: This machine is equipped with a premium, long-axis commercial glass CO2 laser tube. Under optimal cooling conditions and by consistently running the machine at recommended current thresholds (keeping power below 75-80%), the tube boasts a stable operational lifespan of up to 8,000 to 10,000 hours. This ensures years of high-volume commercial cutting before requiring a standard replacement.

Q: Can this 100 watt laser cut steel or other raw metals?

A: No. A 100w co2 laser operates at a gas-based infrared wavelength that is reflected by bare, unpainted metals, meaning it cannot cut sheet metal. If your workshop requires clean structural metal fabrication, a dedicated 100 watt fiber laser (or higher kW systems) is required. However, this 100W CO2 system is an exceptional tool for marking treated metals—it cleanly etches logos onto anodized aluminum, powder-coated steel tumblers, and bare steel pre-treated with a laser spray like LaserBond.

Q: How to align your CO2 laser beam?

A: Here's a step-by-step guide to help you align your CO2 laser beam: Watch Video