1490 CO2 Laser Cutter for Large Non-Metal Sheets
The VankCut-1490 is a large-format CO2 laser engraving and cutting machine built around a 1400 × 900 mm processing area. It is intended for qualified acrylic, wood, plywood, MDF, paper, laser-safe textiles, natural leather and other documented non-metal materials used in signage, displays, packaging, models and custom-product production.
- 80, 100, 130 or 150 W nominal sealed-glass CO2 source options
- 1400 × 900 mm nominal processing area
- Honeycomb or knife-blade worktable selected for the material
- Ruida RDC6445-class DSP controller or confirmed equivalent
- Optional motorized Z table, focus probe, red-dot pointer and rotary fixture
- Emergency stop, lid/interlock circuit, extraction and fire controls confirmed in the quotation
- RDWorks-compatible workflow; LightBurn Pro support depends on the confirmed controller and firmware
- Supplied software runs on the quoted Windows configuration; current LightBurn Pro supports Windows, macOS and Linux
80-150 W Source Options
Choose 80, 100, 130 or 150 W nominal output according to the material, thickness, edge requirement and production rate. Any higher-output request requires a separately engineered chassis, optical path, power supply, cooling and extraction package.
1400 × 900 mm Work Area
The nominal 1400 × 900 mm bed accepts larger signs, panels, packaging sheets and nested parts. Confirm usable travel, sheet access and pass-through requirements before ordering.
Belt and Linear-Guide Motion
The XY gantry uses a belt-drive and linear-guide arrangement suited to large-format non-metal cutting and engraving. Rail size, motor type, acceleration and acceptance criteria are confirmed for the ordered configuration.
Source-Matched Water Cooling
An active chiller matched to the selected tube and site conditions controls coolant temperature and flow. The final chiller model, coolant specification and alarm interface are stated in the quotation.
Qualified Engraving and Cutting
Power, speed, focus, air assist and extraction are tuned to the actual material. Finished-edge quality, detail and throughput are approved with customer files and samples rather than a universal speed or precision claim.
Production-Oriented Layout
The full cabinet, access doors and worktable support sheet loading and routine service. Confirm machine dimensions, weight, doorway clearance, extraction route, electrical supply and final placement before shipment.
VankCut-1490 Specifications
| Specification | VankCut-1490 Reference |
|---|---|
| Model | VankCut-1490 |
| Nominal processing area | 1400 × 900 mm |
| Laser type | Sealed-glass CO2, 10.6 µm |
| Nominal power options | 80 / 100 / 130 / 150 W; higher output only by separately engineered quotation |
| Controller | Ruida RDC6445-class DSP or confirmed equivalent |
| Supplied workflow | RDWorks-compatible Windows software |
| Optional workflow | LightBurn Pro only with a confirmed supported controller and firmware |
| XY motion | Belt-driven gantry with linear guides; motor and acceleration confirmed per order |
| Process speed | Qualified by material, thickness, power, optics and required quality |
| Positioning and repeatability | Axis specification and acceptance method confirmed in the approved order; not a finished-part tolerance |
| Worktable | Honeycomb or knife-blade support selected by application |
| Z and focus options | Motorized Z table, focus probe and red-dot pointer available |
| Rotary options | Roller or chuck fixture subject to diameter, length, weight and Z clearance |
| Air assist | Application-matched air supply; compressor and filtration specification confirmed |
| Extraction | External exhaust and filtration sized to the material and local rules |
| Cooling | Active water chiller matched to the tube, ambient conditions and duty cycle |
| File transfer | USB/U-disk; Ethernet availability depends on the confirmed controller |
| Electrical and environment | Site voltage/frequency, dry non-condensing workshop limits and grounding confirmed before production |
| Safety | Class 4 source inside cabinet; lid/interlock circuit, emergency stop, viewing window, extraction and fire controls confirmed for the destination |
Material and Process Qualification Guide
| Material or process | Qualification guidance |
| Acrylic (PMMA) | Cut and engrave cast or extruded sheet after thickness, finish and flame testing. |
| Wood, plywood and MDF | Cut or engrave documented stock; density, moisture, adhesive and resin content change smoke, charring and achievable depth. |
| Paper and cardboard | Low-power cutting or marking with continuous fire supervision and effective extraction. |
| Laser-safe textiles | Cut selected natural or synthetic fabrics only after fiber, coating and flame-retardant review. |
| Natural leather | Engrave or cut documented chromium(VI)-free stock after odor, smoke and edge testing. |
| Laser-safe stamp rubber | Use only material specifically documented for laser processing with suitable extraction. |
| Glass, stone and coated ceramics | Surface engraving or coating removal only; confirm contrast, fracture risk and fixture support. |
| Coated or anodized metal | Possible coating removal or surface marking after testing; bare-metal cutting is not supported. |
| Prohibited materials | PVC, vinyl, PVB, PTFE, halogenated materials, epoxy, phenolic resin, carbon fiber, chromium(VI)-containing leather and unidentified plastics or composites. |
| Thickness and quality acceptance | Approve customer-supplied samples using the ordered tube, optics, air assist, extraction and production quality target. |
*Final settings, thickness capability, finish and throughput require sample testing with the ordered laser tube, optics, air assist and extraction.
Qualified Materials
Typical candidates include cast or extruded acrylic, wood, plywood, MDF, paper, cardboard, laser-safe stamp rubber, selected textiles and documented natural leather. Glass, stone and coated ceramics may accept surface engraving. Never process PVC, vinyl, PVB, PTFE, halogenated materials, epoxy, phenolic resin, carbon fiber, chromium(VI)-containing leather or unidentified plastics and composites.
Typical Industries
Common uses include signs and displays, packaging prototypes, paper goods, architectural models, custom wood and acrylic products, textile patterns, approved leather goods, education and contract fabrication. Every new substrate should be reviewed from its SDS and qualified for fumes, flame behavior and finished quality.
Acrylic Engraving
Paper Cutting
Wood Engraving
Acrylic Cutting
Laser-Safe Stamp Rubber Engraving
Wood Cutting
HONEYCOMB OR KNIFE-BLADE TABLE
Select the support surface for the material, part size and airflow requirement
RDWorks-Controlled File Workflow
The supplied Windows workflow imports common vector and bitmap files for layout, layer assignment and process settings before transfer to the DSP controller. Clean source artwork and verify dimensions, scale, kerf compensation and cut order before production.
Ruida RDC6445-Class DSP Controller
The Ruida RDC6445-class panel supports local job selection, layer parameters, framing and status checks. LightBurn Pro is supported only when the delivered controller model and firmware appear in LightBurn's current compatibility guidance.
CO2 Cutting and Engraving Head
The head integrates focusing optics, nozzle and air assist for qualified non-metal materials. Lens focal length, nozzle, focus method and air supply are selected for the target process; bare-metal cutting is not supported.
Sealed-Glass CO2 Laser Tube
The 10.6 µm sealed-glass source is selected in the quoted 80-150 W nominal class. Brand, rated output, power supply, cooling, warranty and acceptance test are confirmed in the sales contract.
Which options should be matched to my products?
Options are selected from the customer's largest part, thickness range, material support, cylindrical diameter and required workflow. Confirm usable Z clearance and fixture space after the option is installed.
- Motorized Z worktable for thicker parts and rotary-fixture clearance.
- Red-dot pointer and focus probe to assist positioning and repeatable setup; final focus still follows the selected lens and material.
- Roller rotary for suitable cylindrical items such as approved glassware and bottles, subject to diameter, weight and surface testing.
- Chuck rotary for supported round parts that require positive clamping; jaw range, length, weight and Z clearance must be confirmed.
FAQ
What materials can a CO2 laser engraving/cutting machine process?
It can process qualified acrylic, wood, plywood, MDF, paper, cardboard, laser-safe stamp rubber, selected textiles and documented natural leather. Suitability depends on composition, thickness, additives, fumes and flame behavior, so review the SDS and test a sample. PVC, vinyl, PVB, PTFE, halogenated materials, epoxy, phenolic resin, carbon fiber and unidentified polymers or composites are prohibited.
Can a CO2 laser cut or engrave metal?
This 1490 configuration is intended for non-metals and does not cut bare metal. It may remove paint or mark certain coated or anodized surfaces after testing, but that is a coating process rather than bare-metal engraving. Metal cutting requires a purpose-built fiber laser or a separately engineered mixed-metal CO2 system.
Why is the laser tube not emitting light or losing power?
Stop the job and follow the service procedure. Check controller alarms, emergency stop, lid/interlock state, chiller temperature and flow, coolant hoses, optical cleanliness and the approved test signal.
Do not bypass the flow switch or open the high-voltage laser power supply. A trained technician should isolate tube, power-supply or control faults.
What maintenance does the chiller and water cooling system require?
Use only the coolant and service interval approved for the delivered tube and chiller. Keep the condenser and air filter clean, maintain unobstructed airflow, and inspect hoses for leaks or algae.
Monitor temperature and flow alarms, protect the loop from freezing and condensation, and isolate power before draining or servicing. Follow the chiller manufacturer's manual rather than a fixed universal schedule.
What is the difference between CO2 and fiber lasers?
A 10.6 µm CO2 laser is commonly selected for acrylic, wood, paper, textiles and other approved organics. A 1 µm-class fiber laser is generally selected for metals and some engineering plastics. The correct platform depends on material absorption, part geometry, required finish, thickness and production rate.
What working area sizes are common?
This product page covers the nominal 1400 × 900 mm VankCut-1490. Other bed sizes are separate models with different footprints, gantries, extraction and material handling. Confirm the usable processing area, door clearance, pass-through access and fixture envelope on the approved drawing.
