130W CO2 Laser Cutter and Engraver
A 130W CO2 laser for acrylic and other nonmetals
Model Ascent-LC1390N. Its 130W CO2 tube works over a 1300 x 900 mm bed and cuts acrylic, MDF, wood, rubber, leather and more. The machine has WiFi remote control.
- Working area of 1300 x 900 mm (4.27' x 2.95')
- HIWIN guide rail and a YONGLI / SPT laser tube
- Worktable: blade or honeycomb
- MXL belt and LEADSHINE motor
- USB interface on a RUIDA control board
- Autofocus laser head and a CW5200 water chiller
- Red dot positioning and a platform that moves up and down automatically
- Acrylic up to 25 mm thick, cut with a clean, polished edge
Materials it cuts
- Acrylic and plastic
- Organic glass
- Wood
- MDF
- Leather
- Rubber
- Paper
- Garments
- Other nonmetal materials
Machine equipment
- Working area: 1300 x 900 mm (4.27' x 2.95')
- Laser tube: YONGLI / SPT
- Guide rail: HIWIN
- Worktable: blade or honeycomb
- Motor: LEADSHINE
- Belt: MXL
- Control board: RUIDA
- Interface: USB
- Laser head with autofocus
- Red dot positioning
- Platform that raises and lowers automatically
- Water chiller: CW5200
- Water pump
- Air pump
- Exhaust fan
Technical data
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Model | Ascent-LC1390N |
| Laser power | 130W |
| Working area | 1300 × 900 mm |
| Special function | WiFi remote control |
| Laser tube | YONGLI / SPT |
| Cutting speed | 0–24000 mm/min |
| Work platform | Double work platform |
| Position accuracy | ±0.05 mm |
| Control system | DSP control system in USB mode |
| Cooling mode | Constant temperature water-cooling |
| Working voltage | AC110 ±10% 60Hz |
| Graphic formats supported | AL, BMP, PLT, DXF, DST |
| Operating temperature | 0–45°C |
| Operating humidity | 5–95% |
| Whole machine size | 1820 × 1310 × 1070 mm |
| Gross power | < 1,500W |
| Driving system | Stepper |
Configuration details
A 130W CO2 laser for everyday nonmetal work
Many shops cut wood, MDF, acrylic, paper, leather and rubber every day. A 130W CO2 laser is the right size for these nonmetals. No tool touches the sheet during cutting or engraving, so small details stay sharp and acrylic edges carry no marks from a cutting bit.
Where this machine fits
It is meant for shops that produce templates, packaging inserts, engraved panels, cleanly cut acrylic and other parts made from nonmetals. It is not a fiber laser and it does not cut metal. Laser processes are not interchangeable, so let your list of materials decide which machine you buy.
Detailed cutting and engraving in one machine
This cutter and engraver works on paper, rubber, leather, wood, acrylic and other nonmetals that suit a CO2 laser. Its value is the variety of jobs a shop no longer has to send out: cut acrylic parts, detailed engraving and short runs of custom parts.
When the CO2 process is tuned for acrylic, the edge can come out polished and needs less finishing by hand. Wattage is only part of the picture. Training and the supplied hardware (autofocus head, air assist, exhaust and chiller) count just as much, because each of them changes how quickly the operator has a part that can be used.
How a laser compares with conventional tools
A laser machine brings speed, precision and versatility together. That gives it clear advantages over traditional tools:
No contact with the material
Cutting and engraving leave the material undamaged.
Fast and efficient
Big batches are finished sooner.
Many materials
One machine handles paper, rubber, leather, wood, acrylic and other nonmetals that suit the process.
Less waste, less energy
The process cuts down on waste and keeps energy use to a minimum.
A shop whose workload regularly mixes engraving with cutting will find the machine useful for all four reasons.
Typical applications
Acrylic displays, trophies and panels
Few materials are run on CO2 lasers as often as acrylic. Trophies, decorative panels and similar pieces come off the machine with clean cuts and polished edges, and they need no post-processing.
Labels and control panels
Coated surfaces, and other surfaces compatible with a CO2 laser, can be engraved on this machine. Typical jobs are decorative work, control panels and labels. Bare metal is a different case. Depending on the material, it generally calls for a marking compound or for another type of laser source.
Welding and metal cutting are separate machines
This CO2 cutter does not weld metal and does not cut it. Those jobs belong to fiber lasers, which use other laser sources and need safety setups of their own. Treat welding and metal cutting by fiber laser as separate equipment choices, not as extra functions of this machine.
Why choose the 130W model
The 130W model balances power and versatility:
- Clean acrylic cuts. With the correct settings, it leaves smooth edges on detailed designs.
- More materials. It also works on leather, plastic, wood and others.
- Fast output. Production time drops and quality does not suffer.
If your shop handles these applications and materials regularly, the machine fits well.
Custom work in acrylic
Designers and artists like to cut acrylic on a CO2 laser when the job is custom work, such as bespoke furniture, intricate wall panels and decorative items.
Matching the laser to the job
Your specific needs decide which laser machine is right:
- Acrylic work. Use a CO2 laser. It gives polished edges and handles intricate designs.
- Engraving metal. A laser engraver built for metal is the tool for detailed, long-lasting marks.
- Welding. If the material, the joint design and the safety setup all suit laser welding, pick a handheld fiber laser welder.
Tell us what your projects require, which materials you use and what you can spend, and Ascent Lasers Pro will help you narrow the choice down to the right machine.
Cutting speeds for the 130W laser
All speeds are in mm/s.
| Material | Thickness | High Speed (mm/s) | Best Speed (mm/s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acrylic | 3 mm | 35 | 30 |
| 5 mm | 17 | 12 | |
| 8 mm | 12 | 8 | |
| 10 mm | 8 | 5 | |
| 15 mm | 5 | 3 | |
| 20 mm | 3 | 1 | |
| 25 mm (1 in.) | 1 | 0.4 | |
| Wooden board (except rare hardwood) | 3 mm | 30 | 28 |
| 5 mm | 25 | 22 | |
| 10 mm | 11 | 15 | |
| 12 mm | 11 | 8 | |
| MDF (high-density board) | 3 mm | 25 | 20 |
| 5 mm | 18 | 15 | |
| 10 mm | 9 | 6.5 | |
| 15 mm | 4 | 3 | |
| Leather | 2 mm | 60 | 55 |
| Cloth | single | 300 | 150 |
| Paper | single | 350 | 150 |
| Rubber Board | 4 mm (1 mm) | 35 | 33 |
| 6 mm (2 mm) | 20 | 15 | |
| Two-color board | 2 mm | 45 | 40 |
Call us: 647-494-7800 ext. 1008
Other lasers we offer
Besides the CO2 laser cutter for acrylic, our range includes a handheld fiber laser welding system and a laser engraver for metal. For a larger bed, see the 280W CO2 laser cutter.
Contact us and we will go through your production volume, ventilation, cutting area and list of materials with you.
Day-to-day gains in the shop
Features and materials are only part of the story. A 130W acrylic laser cutter also changes how a shop operates, trains its people and grows.
A smoother workflow
Traditional tools waste hours that a high-powered CO2 system saves. Here is where the time comes from:
- Repeatability. Cut files are stored digitally, so a job can be reproduced exactly, time after time.
- Short setup. Going from wood to acrylic takes no major adjustment. Load the new material and change the power settings.
- Batch production. Quality stays consistent across dozens of identical pieces, which suits retail work.
More projects become possible with the same number of people.
Demand for acrylic work in Canada
Displays and custom branding in Canada still rely on acrylic as the go-to material. Demand is growing in two areas that a 130W acrylic laser cutter can serve:
- Interior design. Decorative dividers, wall panels and other custom pieces.
- Trade shows and events. Businesses look for promotional giveaways of high quality that get noticed.
Doing this work in-house shortens turnaround, and faster turnaround is a competitive advantage.
Reliability and safety that pay back
Built-in safety and durability have a value that buyers often overlook:
- Steady cooling. Because the CW5200 chiller cools consistently, the laser tube lasts longer and you spend less on replacements.
- Non-contact cutting. The machine sees less wear and tear than mechanical cutting tools such as saws.
- Better air quality. A proper air setup protects your team, above all when plastics are cut every day.
Together, these mean fewer interruptions and more production uptime.
What you get from Ascent Lasers Pro
The laser tube is only half of the purchase. The package that comes with the machine is just as important. To get the cutter into production you need equipment and support, and Ascent Lasers Pro supplies both:
- A machine matched to the job. We look at your production volume, sheet sizes and materials and check the 130W machine against them before we recommend a configuration.
- Advice from our team. We consult with you one on one to help you pick the right machine and get the best performance from it.
- Installation and training at your shop. Production can begin on day one.
- 1-year warranty. It covers workmanship and non-consumable parts.
- Technicians in Canada and the U.S. You get help from a person when you need it, not only a manual.
- After-sales support. We stay with you after the sale, so the machine keeps paying off over the long term.
Get in touch when you are ready to start.
Warranty and support
More questions about the 130W laser
Which materials suit this machine?
It cuts acrylic up to 25 mm thick. It also processes compatible nonmetals, for example paper, rubber, leather, MDF and wood. The real cutting speed and the quality of the edge depend on the air assist, the focus, the state of the optics, and the type and thickness of the material.
Is support available in North America?
Yes. Our offices are in Toronto and Buffalo, and from there we support customers throughout the USA and Canada. We install the machine and train your people on site, which lets them start producing on day one. Workmanship and non-consumable parts on the 130W laser cutter are under warranty for one year. Technicians in Canada and the U.S. provide the help.
Does the 130W machine make sense for my business?
Shops that cut acrylic, wood, leather and similar nonmetals will find it practical. The machine comes with an autofocus head and a CW5200 water chiller. In Canada and the USA, our team installs it at your shop and trains your staff there.