Creality Falcon 10w Laser Engraver Review

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The Creality Falcon 10W laser cutter/engraver is the newest 10W laser on the market. I ended up liking how straightforward it is to use and it gets the job done without a lot of extra hassle. SPECIAL OFFER! First 100 buyers get a deep discount:
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00:00 Intro
00:40 Conclusion!
02:32 Features Overview
06:30 Cutting Performance
09:50 Test Cuts
13:05 Engraving
14:35 Final Thoughts

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@makethepart Жыл бұрын

Great review Robert, thanks for sharing.

@DefinitelyNotEmma Жыл бұрын

Welp, here I am looking at a future Christmas present to help me make Christmas presents xD

@Adamtherealboss Жыл бұрын

Machines making machines.

@robertsilveirars Жыл бұрын

Excellent explanation of the machine. I would like to know if it cuts laminated 6 mm MDF board on both sides

@BestUnderPressure Жыл бұрын

I really like your style reviews

@patrickbledsoe2176 Жыл бұрын

I dig your humor.. and great review sir

@Creality3DScanner Жыл бұрын

Hi Robert, thanks for your reviewing video of Creality CR-Laser Falcon.Your review content is very professional and honest, very informative for users. As known, there are many types of wood, they have different densities. Even under the same thickness, it may be necessary to set different parameters to complete the cutting.We have tested balsa wood that can cut 12mm while basswood can cut 6-7mm by one pass. If possible, you're suggested to share a video by cutting 3-4 type different kind of wood with different thickness and you can share your recommended parameters with us. That's would be very helpful!

@Tyguy266 Жыл бұрын

I would love to review Creality products on my channel. I own two 3d printers by Creality and love them.

@sergeantseven4240 Жыл бұрын

Please start designing these with a honeycomb bed to cut on and air assist of some kind. even if its a small blower fan on the laser head. This is something non of these machines have currently on the market.

@Creality3DScanner Жыл бұрын

@@sergeantseven4240 Hi Dear, could you join our laser engraver group and send Creality Luna a message about this? Much thanks! facebook.com/groups/falconlaserengraver/

@TwistedSix85 5 ай бұрын

@@sergeantseven4240Creality sells an air assist for these laser setups.

@Army4Life8892 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video. Where would a person get that honeycomb bed for engraving? Great video and explanation of everything. We just purchased this mainly because we already have two Creality 3D printers and this keeps it in the same family.

@RobertCowanDIY Жыл бұрын

Check here: amzn.to/3ysMADD Find a size that works for you, they're all about the same.

@craigrogers4258 Жыл бұрын

What happened to the remote control snow blower you were working on about 7 years ago?.

@nathaliareyes9707 Жыл бұрын

Hola que parametros usas para cortar la madera de 6 mm

@TwistedSix85 5 ай бұрын

I just bought one of these 10W laser modules for my 3D printer. It’s an Ender 3 S1 Plus and the laser module attaches to the print head carrier with a bracket that comes with the kit. I’m still waiting for it to come in but I assume I will have Z axis control being it will be attached to a printer that has XYZ axis. I will update if anyone is interested. I also bought an air assist that Creality makes for these lasers so that should solve the depth of cut issues.

@hulk239239 Жыл бұрын

I hope things like this act like the creality printers where you buy the base item and then add upgrades after. Things like a bl touch type Z axis and such would be great

@Creality3DScanner Жыл бұрын

That's really a good idea.We'll launch some upgrade accrssories in the future! Let's look forwad to it!

@jhoanmonsalve1302 11 ай бұрын

Great review! I’m between this one and the Ortur M2.

@RobertCowanDIY 11 ай бұрын

I prefer the Ortur, it just seems a bit more 'finished'. Both will perform identically though.

@klumhru 4 ай бұрын

11:20 if you're not familiar with basswood, I really recommend looking it up. It's a nice niche between balsa and light ply. Used a lot in RC planes for it's strength to weight characteristics. It's not ply, and therefore no risk of formeldahyde like most ply has. Formaldehyde ply is dangerous to use lasers on.

@user-ui5mo9vc1n 8 ай бұрын

Great review! Would that be ok to share the settings to cut 3.6 mm plywood on light burn.

@RobertCowanDIY 8 ай бұрын

The type of plywood would matter. Just go slow and ramp up the power as needed.

@will4real58 Жыл бұрын

Picked up 2 at the 50% off sale.

@Trevs-Shed Жыл бұрын

I have one of these sat in my Amazon basket, but not quite convinced as the air assist is shown as an option but doesn't seem to be available. It also looks just like the XTool air assist...... There is no user manual at Creality which isn't helpful either. How does the air assist attach? Is there a rotary add-on coming or can the RA2 XTool made one be used?

@DoresoomReviews Жыл бұрын

To install the air assist, you just unscrew the laser cover, and screw on the air assist nozzle. Then replace the optical shroud with the included new one and route the air assist tube with the cabling. Super easy!

@bneil4059 Жыл бұрын

@@DoresoomReviews the air assist cover only comes with the Creality air assist or is it included with the Base model?

@EKisCOOLERasJY 7 ай бұрын

Not sure if mentioned in the comments, tried to scan over it, but the current 10w model has "Active stop function" with gyroscope that will activate on accidental tilt, flip or drop with a buzzer. Was not sure if it was added at a later stage or might have missed that when reviewed??

@RobertCowanDIY 7 ай бұрын

This is a VERY old video and a lot has changed since then. I can't remember if this one had a tilt safety feature. Most of the newer ones do though.

@alnaee2634 7 ай бұрын

thanks for your video. this machine is in my mind to buy . just one thing i did not get about this Machine .does it actually print a picture on a 40 in 40 cm MDF wood or it become smaller when it prints out thanks again for your hounest presentation

@RobertCowanDIY 7 ай бұрын

It engraves at whatever size you need it to, as long as it can fit into the work envelope. But this is a very old machine now, there are MUCH never ones out there.

@steveferguson1232 Жыл бұрын

That is so cool. My daughter is really into lava lamps. She would love this. What’s going on in that crazy head of yours. I need some of that type of inspiration

@JonathanRansom Жыл бұрын

Nice review! I have the Ortur LM2 Pro and it is just enough laser to make me really want a CO2. 😂

@alaroche00 Жыл бұрын

Where did you get the pad thing that goes under the laser?

@StumblingBumblingIdiot Жыл бұрын

It is a honeycomb. he said he got it from his co2 laser but I bought one on the big A - search for B09TRBYK73 - thats the one I bought for my Falcon 10w. Wish it was a little bigger but as long as you are not trying to maximize the work area it should be fine.

@KnotHead1008 Жыл бұрын

At the cutting part. They measure this based on the density of the wood they have. Now your wood may have a different density then theirs.

@RobertCowanDIY Жыл бұрын

I think I mentioned this, they use basswood which isn't really all that common and is very lightweight. It's not an appropriate representation of cutting performance, in my opinion.

@PhilippeLhoste Жыл бұрын

I don't know at the time you made the video, but now it can have (optionally) air assist too. A bit expensive, though.

@RobertCowanDIY Жыл бұрын

Yeah, they keep making updates. One of these days they'll have all the features you actually need.

@smokeyelcrack7489 Жыл бұрын

When I use mine, it makes a loud thud every now and then and was wondering if you know what that could be?

@RobertCowanDIY Жыл бұрын

Huh, sounds like it's maybe skipping a step due to a mechanical issue. Make sure everything moves freely along the whole length of travel.

@DoresoomReviews Жыл бұрын

Check your belt tension. Sounds like it may be skipping.

@stamatiskamarianakis4390 Жыл бұрын

For the eagle cut what speed you use?

@RobertCowanDIY Жыл бұрын

It's a demo file, so I used the settings that were in the file, I'm not sure what they were, sorry.

@klumhru 4 ай бұрын

9:40 that's what multiple passes at lower power are for. Always emember, Leeloo Dallas and her Multipass.

@erickeller1823 Жыл бұрын

Great review young man! I received mine last month. I was able to do 1 project with mine, now every time I send the Gcode the Laser powers off several times and won't do anything. Anyone have any ideas on this issue?

@RobertCowanDIY Жыл бұрын

Check to see if it's level and check all the connections (laser, limit switches, motors, etc).

@erickeller1823 Жыл бұрын

@@RobertCowanDIY I've done that and figured out it was an issue with Lightburn

@nathaliareyes9707 Жыл бұрын

Holaa, y que problema tenía, a mí me sucede lo mismo y no logro saber que es

@deeza72 Жыл бұрын

How do you cut Acrylic on this machine? Please.

@RobertCowanDIY Жыл бұрын

Diode lasers do not cut clear acrylic, you need a CO2 laser for that. But diode lasers can cut black acrylic.

@Tyguy266 Жыл бұрын

Would you suggest using one of those in a shop or would it be safe in my 2 bedroom apt. ?

@RobertCowanDIY Жыл бұрын

I would NOT use it in a living space unless you have a small enclosure and ventilation to outside. Check Amazon for laser enclosures, they make little tents you can put laser engravers in. You will still need to use an exhaust fan and vent it out the window. But without these, it shouldn't be used in your primary living space. Even in my shop, I have to keep my fume extraction system on for a few hours after a short cut. They make a LOT of smoke and fumes.

@Tyguy266 Жыл бұрын

@Robert Cowan I really appreciate the info and will put it on pause till I can afford the whole set up.

@RobertCowanDIY Жыл бұрын

@@Tyguy266 FYI, the tents are maybe $100 (you could probably DIY something cheaper) and blower fans are quite cheap. Trust me though, it's better to hold off and do it right, you're making the right decision.

@Tyguy266 Жыл бұрын

@Robert Cowan ya the tents are not bad looking either. I need a tent for my ender 3 v2 neo and CR10 smart. My 3 kids should be out in 13 years so maybe the price will drop by then hahahah. But I'm working hard on my channel to get to being able to have a sponsor someday. 3D printing is getting here in Victoria BC Canada 🇨🇦 . Love your content man and it inspires me to keep pushing. Thank you

@neledogjo7602 Жыл бұрын

If I was to get an extra pair of safety goggles for this laser, what is the recommended optical density?

@RobertCowanDIY Жыл бұрын

I would just look for ones specifically made for diode lasers, it's more about the frequency of the laser.

@DoresoomReviews Жыл бұрын

I bought a CE certified OD6+ pair rated for 190-540nm for use with my Creality 10W Falcon (which operates at 445nm). Look up Eagle Pair brand on Survival Lasers USA - they're under $50.

@srotkiske Жыл бұрын

I ordered one back in August still waiting for it to even ship. IMO you really have to get an air assist for these things to make the cuts look better.

@RobertCowanDIY Жыл бұрын

Agree! I wish more of these had the option for an air-assist. It's (IMO) absolutely essential.

@srotkiske Жыл бұрын

@@RobertCowanDIY You can add one.The atom stack comes with a replacement shield. Other people have modified the shield that comes with the Falcon to sneak a nozzle in at the bottom.

@RobertCowanDIY Жыл бұрын

@@srotkiske Oh, I know. I just don't understand why they don't come with it. Ortur and Atom Stack figured it out!

@alexanderhuff8758 Жыл бұрын

I tried your coupon code and couldn't get it to work. Am I missing something?

@Creality3DScanner Жыл бұрын

You can try that code again, we tested it, it's workable

@vannamstickers5048 Жыл бұрын

What kind of material can cut?

@RobertCowanDIY Жыл бұрын

Generally cardboard, leather, and thin woods.

@bobhouston6409 Жыл бұрын

Question...can I raise this laser enough to engrave a baseball bat?

@RobertCowanDIY Жыл бұрын

Sure. You can hang it from the ceiling if you want. You just need to figure out some way to elevate it (blocks of wood, etc), but it doesn't care how far from the work surface it is.

@watnoudan 6 ай бұрын

Why they advertise it as cutting depth being 12mm?

@RobertCowanDIY 6 ай бұрын

Because marketing? It CAN cut that deep with very specific material, like balsa wood, which is not very dense.

@mattanimation Жыл бұрын

flames and killing puppies? sign me up! 😆

@100xminimum8 Жыл бұрын

ik this is a longshot, My Engraver Got burnt a while back while cutting a bunch of phone stands in wood, the wood caught on fire... Anyways I got all the parts I need besides the red Magnetic Lense/Sheild that attaches to the bottom of the laser module, I want to 3d print one but need to know the dimensions, more specifically just the height of the red shield, I can measure the laser module for the with, but cannot just guess the height because the beam needs to be focused. If anybody can measure the height of the red Sheild with a caliper and tell me how many mm it is i would appreciate it more than you could imagine!!

@RobertCowanDIY Жыл бұрын

Why not contact the manufacturer?

@100xminimum8 Жыл бұрын

@@RobertCowanDIY Why not just measure it for me with a caliper? You really think I would be in the comment section of KZfaq videos if they would contact me back?

@100xminimum8 Жыл бұрын

Shout out to ArtByAdrock, and Joshua De Lisle for the Specs! If anybody else needs the info it is 38MM tall🫡

@RobertCowanDIY Жыл бұрын

@@100xminimum8 I actually don't have it still or I would. But it looks like you got it sorted.

@firstnamelastname-th2ju Жыл бұрын

its not sunday

@Cons2911 Жыл бұрын

This or other brands?

@RobertCowanDIY Жыл бұрын

I like the Ortur. Check my review on that one, it's my recommendation. Both are good, but the Ortur is worth the extra money in my opinion.

@Cons2911 Жыл бұрын

@@RobertCowanDIY ok, how about ortur vs sculpfun? But thanks for the input. I’m actually torn between the 2 I just mentioned, but I do have creality 3d printer so I thought I’d give it some research

@Cons2911 Жыл бұрын

@@RobertCowanDIY thank you btw, your input is appreciated

@RobertCowanDIY Жыл бұрын

@@Cons2911 I still like the Ortur. They've been around for a bit and they just seem to have a more mature product.

@graphguy Жыл бұрын

Xtools or Creality?

@RobertCowanDIY Жыл бұрын

Ortur.

@devjono 10 ай бұрын

😂😂😂😂😂 straight to the conclusion

@klumhru 4 ай бұрын

13:40 I assume you mean diameter and not circular which doesn't mean anything. Also please, MDF lazing, even in a ventilated space? No opinionts, just "here it is" with basically most ways not to use a laser indoors. Creality can be really agressive with it's marketing to makers, sorry you had to eat that. Very good production value and articulation.

@Adamtherealboss Жыл бұрын

@9:50 Your engraver is wobbling on the table...

@RobertCowanDIY Жыл бұрын

I mention this in the video, the workbench isn't 100% flat.

@krattah 11 ай бұрын

You do realize USB-A to USB-C cables are really common too?

@chiakaijun-hn3mv Жыл бұрын

why does it look so janky, i mean the rubber feet is not even touching the surface. it doesn't look stable

@RobertCowanDIY Жыл бұрын

I think I mentioned that, my workbench isn't 100% flat. On a flat surface, it doesn't wobble like that. My benches have sagged over the years, mostly from working on 250 pound robots on them ;-)

@chiakaijun-hn3mv Жыл бұрын

@@RobertCowanDIY I see. Thanks 👍