James has been writing about technology for years but has loved it since the early 90s. While his main areas of expertise are maker tools -- 3D printers, vinyl cutters, paper printers, and laser ...

Small and powerful laser diodes are getting cheaper and cheaper, and there are a few commercial products that give anyone the ability to cut paper and vinyl with a computer-controlled cutting machine.

Makers, small business owners and hobbyists searching for a compact desktop laser engraver and cutter may be interested in the WAINLUX Z5. A dual light source 5W laser engraving machine also capable ...