The AlgoLaser Delta Is Loads of Fun

This is my review of the AlgoLaser Delta laser engraver. I tried to keep it somewhat rock related, but this machine is much more versatile than that, so there are a variety of applications I tried. Below is a link to the machine. This is an affiliate link, so I will make a small commission if you use it.

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[tymesho]

UPDATE: If you remember, I asked you for suggestions with a Petosky stone, and your recommendations for sanding. The sanding came out WAY better than expected! Nothing like your work, but it's really nice. I just wanted to thank you for helping me, so appreciated. ~Michigan Mister

[leslyeschoenhuth]

Wish I could set up one of these. That Laser would be fantastic for Crafters.. Thanks for your demonstration.. Especially your comments on ways to set up a project..

[firechickenadventures]

I bet you'll make lots of unique and fun projects with that.

[Chris]

looking forward to a new aspect of the rock world. Great video, Chris & Lisa

[nonsequitor]

6:17 : looks like the Lazer has melted the rock long enough to liquify and puddle. The lazer will be pulsed which may explain or contribute to the pattern of melted drops. Fascinating 😁

[staceymcmahan]

Wow this is amazing! Enjoyed your experiment on different rocks . Great tutorial!
You are popular ! Quite an honor to be chosen to try out equipment . Looks like fun and all the cool projects you can make with this. Hmmm maybe on my Christmas list ! 😊
Thank you !

[davidhile]

The reason the Alpena part of Michigan came out white on the first green rock is because that where most of the limestone is located. Ha Ha !
Seriously that machine has so many possibilities for hobbyists ! That was a fantastic review !

[DurpVonFronz]

That was awesome when the first thing you asked them "can it engrave rocks" lol was hilarious and perfect! Oh man, it does really well. Extremely kewl!!

[pattypaine]

Thank you for this thoughtful review. I look forward to seeing what you create!

[E.o.t.]

How cool is that for them to reach out... I'm assuming someone there watches your channel and thinks "outside the box" and a whole new group of people was just introduced to a really cool laser!

[cinciao]

Congratulations! I'm glad you made this video, I just got my own laser engraver as well! I haven't unpacked it yet because we will be moving to the U.P. in about 4 weeks! I can't wait to open my engraver up and use it on my rocks 😍 Plus, I will be living in the Yoop, so I will have plenty of rocks to engrave!

[woodgemdave]

Thanks for the lesson on this potential new toy! Awesome!

[gingermackeen]

Love the bicycle "gadget"!😊 Interesting video.

[SisterShirley]

Rob, with me knowing next to nothing about laser engraving, except what I just learned from you, have you tried passing over multiple times to get a better engraved result on the rocks? I'm thinking of the 2 similar rocks at the 5:12 timestamp that had different outcomes. Another thought came to mind about not being able engrave on polished rocks because they are shiny so I thought what about dipping the rock into something that would easily wash off but would block out the shiny surface. Like a thick paint. Just my little, and I mean little, curious mind working overtime. Enough thinking for now so it's time to let that mouse off it's wheel. I've got my Saturday chores to accomplish and I can do those in my sleep!

[Indyanas_ocean_view]

Very cool! I can't wait to see what you make next.😍🥰😇👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[LilliTheForestNymph]

This was such a great video - and oddly satisfying to watch!
I've been following your rock hounding for a while but never commented, but this had me heading straight for the comments - thank you so much

[bobmcbob]

That shirt engraving was unexpected. Great result for sure!

[johncloar]

Looks like a lot of fun. I know when I have watch other engrave metal the some time coat it with paint. This stop the laser from being reflected then they remove the paint and the engraving is dark in color. Just a though. Thanks for the video Rob.

[greatnorthernviews]

I worked in a place that had one of those. I made walnut plaques and cribbage boards and little liars dice boxes. In those days you had to use a black and white picture and the laser would fire every time it saw black. Old tech. But we never tried rocks. But they also cut steel and stainless steel sheet metal. It was pretty cool 😎

[margaretlynch]

🙋‍♀️❤️. Wow! That thing looks addicting!