January 5, 2021 - A new line of low cost CO₂ laser lenses for low power engraving and marking lasers that are available off-the-shelf for overnight delivery has been introduced by Laser Research Optics of Providence, Rhode Island.

Laser Research Economy CO₂ Engraving Lenses are 0.75 in. dia. with 2.00 in. focal lengths which are drop-in field replacements offered in plain or mounted versions.  These lenses are available from stock with overnight delivery for use in Epilog®, Trotec®, and Universal® Laser Systems.

For applications requiring a strong coating to handle dirtier environments such as acrylic cutting, Laser Research Economy CO₂ Engraving Lenses are offered in a Premium Line with coatings to 10.6 microns. Besides the 2.00 in. focal length, other focal lengths will be introduced soon, claims the firm.

Laser Research Economy CO₂ Engraving Lenses are priced at $83.00 plain and mounted versions priced at $118.00. The Premium Line of lenses with enhanced coatings are $165.00 and $195.00 respectively.