Monport Onyx-R 55W CO2 Laser Production Changes & Upgrades Update, 8/1/2024: The new version of the machine is called the Onyx-R and as information is becoming available, it’s obvious the internals of the machine are very different. Even the dimensions of the case are slightly different. Are the changes for the better or the worse? The Laser Channel has started a new YouTube series to cover the Onyx-R, but so far no significant insights. ONYX-R User Manual (the old machine is called the ONYX50). I’ve listed accessories that I’ve purchased for my ONYX-R below. Tips: In general, use the Air Assist to keep debris off of the lens – I even use it when engraving wood and acrylic Limodot Ultra Quiet Oil less 60dB Air Compressor PneumaticPlus PPR2-N02BG-2 3-30 PSI Regulator NANPU 1/4″ NPT Compressed Air Filter/Regulator Combo TAILONZ Pneumatic 1/4″ NPT 12V 2 Position Solenoid Air Valve Hromee Air Line Tubing Kit, 1/4″ Check and clean the lens regularly Cloudray 18mm FL50.8″ American Photonics 18mm FL50.8″ ZnSe Install a RUIDA Console that displays Error Messages, otherwise it’s difficult to determine why the machine refuses to cut or engrave when the Pause/Stop button glows red Cloudray Rida 6442S Controller Use an external air evacuation fan via the 4″ exhaust port and remove the dc box fan (impedes flow out of the cabinet). You want to extract as much smoke and particulates from the laser working area as possible to limit debris buildup on the lens and laser nozzle and to keep the smoke out of your workshop. Even with the external exhaust fan, smoke ends up coming out of the front of the machine. When engraving, keep your work away from the edges of the worked – the laser head needs room for overshoot and the machine will not start the job if there’s insufficient clearance Consider a lens upgrade, like the American Photonics ZnSe 18mm Dia 50.8mm focal length In January 2024 The Laser Channel on YouTube was commissioned by Monport to do a series on the Onyx 55 desktop CO2 laser engraver. When I received my machine 7 months later there were quite a few unexpected changes. Let’s take a look at what I’ve found so far – images on the left were from The Laser Channel, on the right, my machine. Different front panel, recessed switch Remote for fan, reducer tube not included in mine Plastic guides, spare lens and laser targets not included in mine Mirrors and mirror mounts are different in mine Laser head has been mostly redesigned New laser head is not magnetic mount Rotary switch has been relocated on my unit Coolant tank has been relocated to the left side, different power supply Beam attenuator and shunt connector not in production unit The original Onyx used the Ruida 644XS controller and was automatically detected by Lightburn. The Onyx-R uses the KT332NZ (EC) My unit did not come with any sample materials Please leave this field empty Oh, hi there! 👋It’s nice to meet you. Sign up to receive notifications of new content and sales. This field is required. We don’t spam or sell your info! Check your inbox or spam folder to confirm your subscription. Share this: Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window) WhatsApp Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit Click to print (Opens in new window) Print Like this:Like Loading...