SCULPFUN V12 UV

What the SCULPFUN V12 UV can make

The SCULPFUN V12 UV is a diode laser engraver: its blue laser engraves and cuts wood, plywood, leather, paper, cardboard, fabric and dark or opaque acrylic, and marks coated or painted metal. It cannot cut clear or blue acrylic, which lets blue light through, and bare metal needs far more power or a different laser.

It has a rated laser power of 12 W, a work area of 150 × 350 mm (5.9 × 13.8 in) and a top engraving speed of 10,000 mm/s.

The brand states that it cuts up to 5 mm of wood or plywood and 3 mm of acrylic; thicker material takes several passes, and results depend on the material and air assist.

It works with support for a rotary attachment to engrave tumblers and other round objects and LightBurn software.

In the United States the SCULPFUN V12 UV sells for $5,499, above the median of $399 across 86 diode laser engravers with a US price, among the premium models.

SCULPFUN V12 UV safety and compliance

The brand's listing does not state the SCULPFUN V12 UV's laser class. Open-frame diode lasers are usually Class 4: use laser safety glasses rated for the wavelength, and never leave the machine running unattended.

Every laser engraver makes smoke and fumes: run it with an exhaust to the outdoors or a fume purifier. Never cut PVC or vinyl, which release corrosive chlorine gas.

The brand's listing does not state FDA compliance. Laser products sold in the United States must meet the FDA's laser performance standard (21 CFR 1040.10) and be reported to the FDA, which issues an accession number; ask the seller for it before buying in the US.

Other compliance the brand states: CE (the manufacturer's declaration of conformity with EU product rules); FCC (US authorisation for the electronics' radio-frequency emissions); IEC 60825-1 (the international standard for laser product safety and classification (Class 1 to Class 4)); RoHS (restriction of hazardous substances in electronics (EU)).