# Upcoming 2W Infrared Laser Module **URL:** \ **Category:** Artisan (3-in-1)\ **Created:** [December 28, 2023, 9:08am UTC](https://forum.snapmaker.com/t/upcoming-2w-infrared-laser-module/34303 "2023-12-28T09:08:39Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![gpt1plon](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/g/8e7dd6/32.png) [@gpt1plon](https://forum.snapmaker.com/u/gpt1plon)\ **Post date:** [December 28, 2023, 9:08am UTC](https://forum.snapmaker.com/t/upcoming-2w-infrared-laser-module/34303/1 "2023-12-28T09:08:39Z")
Hello, I can see this in the Ray product page… Any updates available as when this will be released? Thanks ---
**Author:** ![Hauke](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex022/user_avatar/forum.snapmaker.com/hauke/32/5704_2.png) [@Hauke](https://forum.snapmaker.com/u/Hauke)\ **Post date:** [December 28, 2023, 2:20pm UTC](https://forum.snapmaker.com/t/upcoming-2w-infrared-laser-module/34303/2 "2023-12-28T14:20:28Z")
I’m also looking forward to that one - I seem to remember that they shifted release date into next year. Whatever it is: I hope they take all time needed to have a mature product in the end. Better have it later and perfect rather than fast but flawed. ---
**Author:** ![Mads0100](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/4af34b/32.png) [@Mads0100](https://forum.snapmaker.com/u/Mads0100)\ **Post date:** [December 30, 2023, 6:25am UTC](https://forum.snapmaker.com/t/upcoming-2w-infrared-laser-module/34303/3 "2023-12-30T06:25:22Z")
What’s a IR laser get you? ---
**Author:** ![gpt1plon](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/g/8e7dd6/32.png) [@gpt1plon](https://forum.snapmaker.com/u/gpt1plon)\ **Post date:** [December 30, 2023, 7:55am UTC](https://forum.snapmaker.com/t/upcoming-2w-infrared-laser-module/34303/4 "2023-12-30T07:55:50Z")
IR allows engraving on many supports which you can’t do with blue laser. ---
**Author:** ![GoombaTip](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/g/ed8c4c/32.png) [@GoombaTip](https://forum.snapmaker.com/u/GoombaTip)\ **Post date:** [January 1, 2024, 7:10pm UTC](https://forum.snapmaker.com/t/upcoming-2w-infrared-laser-module/34303/5 "2024-01-01T19:10:11Z")
Oh nice. Definitely interested in this as well! Agree they should take the time to get it right before launch. ---
**Author:** ![Skreelink](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex022/user_avatar/forum.snapmaker.com/skreelink/32/16398_2.png) [@Skreelink](https://forum.snapmaker.com/u/Skreelink)\ **Post date:** [January 1, 2024, 7:23pm UTC](https://forum.snapmaker.com/t/upcoming-2w-infrared-laser-module/34303/6 "2024-01-01T19:23:34Z")
The main thing the IR nets you is the ability to engrave metals without any kind of marking spray or other coating. [![](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex022/uploads/snapmaker/original/3X/f/1/f11849031a2788dc458182c683305daf8983ce10.jpeg) ](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex022/uploads/snapmaker/original/3X/f/1/f11849031a2788dc458182c683305daf8983ce10.jpeg) Some transparent materials also work, I managed to engrave 12mm clear acrylic in the _center_. [![](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex022/uploads/snapmaker/original/3X/0/3/03bdb9bb666c7a13c24eb297e77bd42b76e30284.jpeg) ](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex022/uploads/snapmaker/original/3X/0/3/03bdb9bb666c7a13c24eb297e77bd42b76e30284.jpeg) [![](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex022/uploads/snapmaker/original/3X/e/e/ee240c25b3727cd23a6e5a6eb2c1bdcb6aa261a3.jpeg) ](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex022/uploads/snapmaker/original/3X/e/e/ee240c25b3727cd23a6e5a6eb2c1bdcb6aa261a3.jpeg) Also combined the power of the blue diode and IR for combo-works. Did a black circle with the blue diode + TiO2, then used the IR to engrave the titanium away. ![PXL_20231118_230013589](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex022/uploads/snapmaker/original/3X/f/2/f200feb34d511db0abf275e015cd5df39a856ea1.jpeg) Note; these were done on my XTool D1 Pro with 2W IR laser. I assume the one from Snapmaker should have similar results. ---
**Author:** ![gpt1plon](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/g/8e7dd6/32.png) [@gpt1plon](https://forum.snapmaker.com/u/gpt1plon)\ **Post date:** [January 1, 2024, 7:41pm UTC](https://forum.snapmaker.com/t/upcoming-2w-infrared-laser-module/34303/7 "2024-01-01T19:41:00Z")
Yeah, should be the same. There are no thousands of LED suppliers (blue or IR). I am wondering why snapmaker is running that late compared to Xtool, supplier is the same I reckon. ---
**Author:** ![Mads0100](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/4af34b/32.png) [@Mads0100](https://forum.snapmaker.com/u/Mads0100)\ **Post date:** [January 1, 2024, 9:22pm UTC](https://forum.snapmaker.com/t/upcoming-2w-infrared-laser-module/34303/8 "2024-01-01T21:22:53Z")
That’s cool! Thanks! ---
**Author:** ![Zoe](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex022/user_avatar/forum.snapmaker.com/zoe/32/26962_2.png) [@Zoe](https://forum.snapmaker.com/u/Zoe)\ **Post date:** [January 3, 2024, 3:03am UTC](https://forum.snapmaker.com/t/upcoming-2w-infrared-laser-module/34303/9 "2024-01-03T03:03:37Z")
We anticipate the release of the 2W Laser Module in 2024. Please note that the actual release date may vary slightly. The 2W Laser Module will be a new addition to Snapmaker’s laser module lineup. Unlike the current laser modules (40W/20W/10W/1.6W) which emit blue light, the upcoming 2W Laser Module emits infrared light with a wavelength of 1064nm. This module is specifically designed for engraving plastic materials and various types of metals. ---
**Author:** ![gpt1plon](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/g/8e7dd6/32.png) [@gpt1plon](https://forum.snapmaker.com/u/gpt1plon)\ **Post date:** [January 3, 2024, 4:12pm UTC](https://forum.snapmaker.com/t/upcoming-2w-infrared-laser-module/34303/10 "2024-01-03T16:12:48Z")
Hello, Do you have more visibility of the release and order dates please? 2024 is kind of vague. Thanks ---
**Author:** ![Snapjehet](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/dbc845/32.png) [@Snapjehet](https://forum.snapmaker.com/u/Snapjehet)\ **Post date:** [January 7, 2024, 4:45pm UTC](https://forum.snapmaker.com/t/upcoming-2w-infrared-laser-module/34303/11 "2024-01-07T16:45:54Z")
Why not offer a replacement kit that fits into the 1.6 W laser housing? ---
**Author:** ![Hauke](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex022/user_avatar/forum.snapmaker.com/hauke/32/5704_2.png) [@Hauke](https://forum.snapmaker.com/u/Hauke)\ **Post date:** [January 7, 2024, 6:50pm UTC](https://forum.snapmaker.com/t/upcoming-2w-infrared-laser-module/34303/12 "2024-01-07T18:50:32Z")
Honestly I hope that they offer the 2W with Air Assist - then the old housing would not be good. Also, I assume that the 2W module is generally larger than the 1.6 W blue one, but I may be wrong here. ---
**Author:** ![Skreelink](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex022/user_avatar/forum.snapmaker.com/skreelink/32/16398_2.png) [@Skreelink](https://forum.snapmaker.com/u/Skreelink)\ **Post date:** [January 7, 2024, 7:07pm UTC](https://forum.snapmaker.com/t/upcoming-2w-infrared-laser-module/34303/13 "2024-01-07T19:07:00Z")
> [@Hauke](#): > > 2W module is generally larger than the 1.6 W blue one Very much yes. For comparison, the XTool 2W IR is massive compared to the 10W blue. ![88a2d0902c530b54b4aa324ac31fb293d7a49dda](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex022/uploads/snapmaker/original/3X/8/8/88a2d0902c530b54b4aa324ac31fb293d7a49dda.jpeg) The IR is a lot less efficient than the blue, thus it generates a LOT more waste heat and needs a much bigger heatsink. Infact, it’s heavy enough, that the firmware of the XTool actually changes the acceleration of the Y axis and top speed of both axis down significantly, just because the mass it’s lugging around. ---
**Author:** ![sciss](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex022/user_avatar/forum.snapmaker.com/sciss/32/20443_2.png) [@sciss](https://forum.snapmaker.com/u/sciss)\ **Post date:** [January 7, 2024, 8:33pm UTC](https://forum.snapmaker.com/t/upcoming-2w-infrared-laser-module/34303/14 "2024-01-07T20:33:14Z")
Can you only engrave, or can you also cut transparent acrylic glass? If so, will this be working with SM 2.0 as well? ---
**Author:** ![Hauke](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex022/user_avatar/forum.snapmaker.com/hauke/32/5704_2.png) [@Hauke](https://forum.snapmaker.com/u/Hauke)\ **Post date:** [January 10, 2024, 6:54pm UTC](https://forum.snapmaker.com/t/upcoming-2w-infrared-laser-module/34303/15 "2024-01-10T18:54:52Z")
This FAQ (by a different vendor) seems helpful: [https://xtool.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/8887535468055-FAQ-on-xTool-1064nm-Infrared-Laser-Module-](https://xtool.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/8887535468055-FAQ-on-xTool-1064nm-Infrared-Laser-Module-) EDIT: GAAA! They write Bullshit there: > **3. No light shield is provided on the laser module. Will it hurt my eyes when it is working?** > > The laser beams emitted by the 1064nm infrared laser module are infrared light, which is invisible and therefore will not hurt your eyes. > > Note: You can wear goggles to protect your eyes from damage. This is utter nonsense! Of course you can damage your eyes with invisible light! So take everything said there with a grain of salt… EDIT EDIT: I think their statements in that FAQ on transparent acrylic are BS also… Perhaps look somewhere else… ---
**Author:** ![Skreelink](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex022/user_avatar/forum.snapmaker.com/skreelink/32/16398_2.png) [@Skreelink](https://forum.snapmaker.com/u/Skreelink)\ **Post date:** [February 3, 2024, 12:27am UTC](https://forum.snapmaker.com/t/upcoming-2w-infrared-laser-module/34303/16 "2024-02-03T00:27:27Z")
🙃 Finally got around to more tests with my 2W laser. This is on 4x4 jade glazed tile. 1500mm/min (so slow for the IR, holy cow. I can do metal at 6000 mm/min) Something something fair use, don’t sue me disney, but original image; ![open-uri20150422-20810-1bj8qzn_eb7fe1be](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex022/uploads/snapmaker/original/3X/b/8/b830584e958c89e3792862ce6a10cc3a0d9a32ce.jpeg) Under cool white LEDs; ![PXL_20240203_000646809](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex022/uploads/snapmaker/original/3X/3/c/3ce5c4d2983d11dc617520bacae91c7508ce7f2b.jpeg) Under warmer white LEDS (note the shimmer in the hat, it’s that reflective); ![PXL_20240203_000848922.jpg](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex022/uploads/snapmaker/original/3X/e/0/e0a85567b9f71e8383452187a1ffcae4c82b2961.jpeg) I have no idea where the crackle came from, but I appreciate it being there. ---
**Author:** ![nweb](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/n/91b2a8/32.png) [@nweb](https://forum.snapmaker.com/u/nweb)\ **Post date:** [February 22, 2024, 12:00pm UTC](https://forum.snapmaker.com/t/upcoming-2w-infrared-laser-module/34303/17 "2024-02-22T12:00:19Z")
Well, here we are nearing the end of February 2024… I don’t find any news, updates, estimates - or offers for loyal early adopters… Can we have an update on IR module availability? XT has had theirs out for a while already, and I don’t want to regret being on the Snapmaker platform… PS: currently on 40W Snapmaker RAY ---
**Author:** ![peregrin5](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex022/user_avatar/forum.snapmaker.com/peregrin5/32/25097_2.png) [@peregrin5](https://forum.snapmaker.com/u/peregrin5)\ **Post date:** [February 24, 2024, 8:59pm UTC](https://forum.snapmaker.com/t/upcoming-2w-infrared-laser-module/34303/18 "2024-02-24T20:59:09Z")
Will the 2W laser be able to cut acrylic or just engrave it? I’ve used an IR laser in the past and from what I remember it requires this huge glass thingambob. I struggle to see how that would fit in a snapmaker toolhead, but who knows. ---
**Author:** ![xchrisd](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex022/user_avatar/forum.snapmaker.com/xchrisd/32/1503_2.png) [@xchrisd](https://forum.snapmaker.com/u/xchrisd)\ **Post date:** [February 27, 2024, 2:10pm UTC](https://forum.snapmaker.com/t/upcoming-2w-infrared-laser-module/34303/19 "2024-02-27T14:10:35Z")
> [@peregrin5](#): > > huge glass thingambob You are talking about a co2 laser. The upcoming Infrared laser is also semiconductive like the blue laser. ---
**Author:** ![nweb](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/n/91b2a8/32.png) [@nweb](https://forum.snapmaker.com/u/nweb)\ **Post date:** [March 1, 2024, 5:26pm UTC](https://forum.snapmaker.com/t/upcoming-2w-infrared-laser-module/34303/20 "2024-03-01T17:26:37Z")
Crickets… No news… [Next page](https://forum.snapmaker.com/t/upcoming-2w-infrared-laser-module/34303.md?page=2)