Service · DIY laser rental
Rent a 100W or 120W+ CO₂ laser by the hour.
$49/hr for 100W, $69/hr for 120W+. Beds up to 46 by 58 inches. On-site staff for safety checks and quick guidance. Student discounts with valid .edu email. The only hourly DIY rental in Los Angeles.
Request a laser rental.
Tell us when you would like to come in. We will confirm availability and walk you through everything before your first cut.
What you get
Six things included with every rental booking.
Industrial machines
100W and 120W+ CO₂ lasers. Beds up to 46 by 58 inches. The same equipment we use for paying client work.
Staff on-site
We're in the shop while you cut. Quick guidance and safety checks included. Not babysitting — help when you need it.
2-hour first session
Your first booking is 2 hours minimum (orientation included). Subsequent sessions have a 1-hour minimum.
No setup or hidden fees
What you book is what you pay. No machine startup charges, no surprise add-ons.
Student discount
Valid .edu email required. We've helped USC, UCLA, Otis, CalArts, and FIDM students through architecture, engineering, fashion, and design projects.
Materials your way
Buy from our stocked acrylic and plywood, or bring your own laser-safe material.
Pricing & hours
Three tiers. Simple, upfront hourly rates.
100W laser
$49/hr
Entry tier. Cuts most acrylic, wood, leather, paper. Bed up to 34 by 46 inches.
120W+ laser
$69/hr
Faster cuts, deeper engraving, larger bed up to 46 by 58 inches.
LightBurn intro (remote)
$120/hr
Remote 1:1 LightBurn setup, configuration, and workflow training. For your own machine.
Student discount
Valid .edu email required. Discount applied at booking.
Who rents from us
USC, UCLA, Otis, CalArts, FIDM. We've helped students across Los Angeles complete architecture models, engineering prototypes, fashion cutouts and leatherwork, product packaging, custom branding, signage, and event materials — without waiting on school production queues. Laser down at your maker space? Reach out — we usually have a machine free.
Architecture
Site studies, massing, structural details. Baltic birch, chipboard, museum board.
Engineering
Prototypes, fixtures, enclosures, fit-checks. Acrylic, foam, plywood.
Fashion
Garment cutouts, leather pieces, accessories, jewelry. Silk, leather, felt, acrylic.
Maker space backup
Laser down at your space? Use ours while you wait. Same machines, on-call staff.
Common questions
Do I need laser-cutting experience?
No. First-time users complete a one-time orientation as part of the 2-hour first session. We'll show you how to load files, set power and speed, run the machine, and stay safe.
What software do you use?
LightBurn. If you're new to it, you can learn during your sessions or book a remote LightBurn intro ($120/hr) to get up to speed before your first booking.
Can I bring my own material?
Yes, as long as it's laser-safe. Same list as our cutting service: no PVC, polycarbonate, MDF, ABS, Delrin, fiberglass, carbon fiber, or polystyrene. Email us if you're unsure about a material before bringing it in.
What if I'm not done in my booked time?
We try to extend if the next slot is open. If it's not, you book another session. Plan generously — first cuts always take longer than people expect.
Do you take walk-ins?
No. All rental sessions are by appointment, Mon–Fri 11 to 5. Easier on you and on us — guarantees a machine is free when you show up.