What can the Acmer P3 cut?

Acmer rates it to cut up to 45mm dark acrylic and 30mm plywood. Cut depth varies with material, color and how many passes you run.

Does it work with LightBurn?

Yes. It is compatible with ACMER Studio, LightBurn and LaserGRBL, so you can use the software you already know.

What is the working area?

The camera preview covers 400x400mm, and Acmer describes a 4000mm working area that breaks the usual size limits. The exact usable area depends on how you set up the frame.

Can it engrave metal?

Not with the standard diode module. The modular design lets you add an IR module for metals and plastics.

Is it safe to use indoors?

Acmer lists FDA Class 1 safety, but it is an open-frame laser. Vent smoke and fumes outside and wear laser safety glasses, and enclose it if you use it in a shared room.

What comes in the box?

The Basic Pack includes the accessories Acmer lists for that pack. Check the pack contents before buying if you need air assist or other extras.

Where is the Acmer P3 48W Laser Cutter cheapest?

At ACMER, for $1,199.00, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Acmer P3 48W Laser Cutter?

Buyers like: Clean, crisp engravings with or without air assist; Impressive dot size for a 40W-class machine; beat an X40 in a head-to-head test; Dual stepper motor CoreXY system gives smoother, more accurate results at speed.

Acmer P3 48W Laser Cutter Price History: Lowest $1,199.00 at ACMER

What reviewers say

Owners and testers describe clean, crisp engravings with or without air assist and cuts close to a tenth of an inch deep with no charring. They credit the dual stepper CoreXY system for smoother, more accurate results at speed, and one head-to-head test put it ahead of an X40.

What people mention

Engraving qualityPraisedBuyers report clean, crisp engravings with or without air assist.
Cut depthPraisedOwners describe nearly a tenth of an inch deep cuts with no charring.
Motion systemPraisedThe dual stepper CoreXY system is credited with smoother, more accurate results at speed.
Dot sizePraisedTesters call the dot size impressive for a 40W-class machine.
RivalsPraisedOne head-to-head test put it ahead of an X40.

From ACMER

48W powerful laser cutting capacity, up to cut 45mm dark acrylic
CoreXY structure with 800mm/s max engraving speed
4000mm working area breaks limitations of size and area
FDA Class 1 safety
Compatible with ACMER Studio, LightBurn and LaserGRBL
Cuts up to 30mm plywood and 45mm dark acrylic

Guarantee: Up to 2-Year Warranty; 60-Day Price Protection Guarantee — if the price drops on the official store within 60 days of purchase, you can claim the difference for
Returns: 60-Day Returns; 30 Days Return
Shipping: US & EU Union Free Shipping and tax
Packs: Package options: Basic Pack, Rotary Pack, Rotary & Conveyor Pack, All In One Pack
In the box: Included accessories in Basic Pack

About the Acmer P3 48W Laser Cutter

The Acmer P3 is a 48W laser cutter and engraver. It cuts up to 30mm plywood and up to 45mm dark acrylic. It carries FDA Class 1 safety.

It uses a CoreXY structure with a maximum engraving speed of 800mm/s. An HD camera gives a 400 x 400mm (15.75 x 15.75 in) visualization area. The working area can extend to 4000mm.

It works with ACMER Studio, LightBurn and LaserGRBL software.