OMTech K40 (40W CO2) Laser Cutting Cost Calculator
Estimate cutting time and price for the OMTech K40 (40W CO2) — a CO2 40–45 W laser. Drop your SVG, DXF or PDF, or just type a size. It runs entirely in your browser; your file is never uploaded.
Open the calculator for the OMTech K40 (40W CO2) →OMTech K40 (40W CO2) at a glance
| Laser type | CO2 (10,600 nm) |
|---|---|
| Class | CO2 40–45 W |
| Typical work area | 300 × 200 mm |
| Cuts | clear and opaque acrylic, plywood, MDF, card, leather, fabric |
OMTech K40 (40W CO2) cutting cost examples
Machine time and price for a 100 × 60 mm part (320 mm of cutting) at €60/h, by material:
| Material | Speed | Time | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plywood 3 mm | 10 mm/s | 32 s | €0.53 |
| MDF 3 mm | 11 mm/s | 29 s | €0.48 |
| Acrylic 3 mm | 9 mm/s | 36 s | €0.59 |
| Cardboard 3 mm | 17.5 mm/s | 18 s | €0.30 |
These scale from real workshop speeds. Your parts differ — open the calculator and drop your file or enter your size for an exact figure. You can also switch to engraving.
OMTech K40 (40W CO2) FAQ
How fast does the OMTech K40 (40W CO2) cut 3 mm plywood?
About 10 mm/s. Cutting a 100 × 60 mm part (320 mm of cut) takes roughly 32 s of machine time on the OMTech K40 (40W CO2).
Can the OMTech K40 (40W CO2) cut clear acrylic?
Yes. The OMTech K40 (40W CO2) is a CO2 laser (10,600 nm) and cuts both clear and opaque acrylic, plus plywood, MDF, leather, card and fabric.
How much does it cost to run the OMTech K40 (40W CO2)?
Laser cutting is priced by machine time: cut length ÷ cutting speed × passes = time, then time × hourly rate + setup. At €60/h a 100 × 60 mm plywood part costs about €0.53. Use the calculator to price your own file.
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