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Gweike · Fiber
Gweike G2 Pro Fiber · 30W
30W Desktop fiber marker for metal and select plastics
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Released January 2024
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TL;DR
Gweike G2 Pro 30W Fiber is the 30W SKU on the Gweike gweike g2 line. Gweike G2 packages a 20W fiber galvo in a desktop form factor. Verify optical power on the listing: do not assume combined-watt marketing.
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What makes this machine stand out
Hardware and workflow features worth understanding before you buy : not just wattage on a label.
Fiber metal marking
A fiber source marks bare and stainless steel without spray : the right tool for tools, jewelry, and industrial tags. It will not cut wood or acrylic; pair it with a diode or CO₂ if your shop needs organics too.
LightBurn compatible
LightBurn support means advanced layers, camera tools, and workflows many makers outgrow the stock app with. Confirm your exact controller board before assuming full features : some machines need a paid license separately.
Galvo speed class
Galvo mirrors move the beam instead of a heavy gantry : engraving speeds that feel instant on small fields. Trade-off: tiny work area versus a flatbed diode; ideal for jewelry, tags, and batch marking, not large signs.
Our verdict
Ideal if you
Gweike G2 Pro Fiber 30W fits shops that mark stainless, aluminum, and tools daily without a CO₂ bay. A solid bench option for jewelry, tags, and small batches.
Skip if you
Skip if wood, leather, or cast acrylic pay your bills. Deep metal cutting and large industrial panels often need more fiber headroom (50W) or a different machine class.
Pros
- Fiber marks metal: does not cut wood or acrylic
- Software listed on the profile: test your workflow (LightBurn or maker app) on scrap first
Cons
- Does not cut wood, leather, or acrylic: metal marking workflows only
- Fume extraction still matters for coated metals and marking sprays
What this machine is for
Entry fiber marking on small metal parts
Desktop fiber marking for jewelry-scale and test jobs
Laser spot size
~0.02 mm spot
Motion precision: 0.01 mm
Sample engrave job
~3–7 min
10 × 10 cm (4 × 4 in)
Sample cut job
Not a cutter
Reference benchmark: same job size on every machine so you can compare times fairly. Times are estimates for the reference job above; your design complexity and settings will change them.
Materials
- · Stainless steel
- · Aluminum
- · Brass
- · ABS
- · Some coated metals
Accessories & add-ons
Typical inclusions and add-ons for this profile : confirm your SKU.
- Optional
Enclosure / cabinet
Third-party enclosure improves smoke control and safety
- Recommended
Laser safety glasses
~450 nm diode: OD rated for your wavelength
- Recommended
Fire extinguisher
Editorial guidance : not a live parts list. See also: Ventilation setup · Safety basics
Practical notes
Beginner notes
This profile is the 30W SKU on Gweike G2 Pro Fiber. Read the TL;DR and benchmarks above, then compare other power options via the chips before buying.
Pro tips
Fix parts firmly; start with low power test squares on scrap metal. Rotary adds complexity: budget time to learn indexing.
Pro / technical specsRaw numbers for experienced users comparing machines.
- Max speed (spec)
- 7,000 mm/s
- Avg engrave speed
- 500–2,000 mm/s marking
- Avg cut speed
- N/A
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ComMarker · Fiber · $1,299 – $1,899
The ComMarker B4 is a popular entry-level fiber galvo engraver for jewelry, tools, and metal gifts. Marks stainless, aluminum, and brass without spray. Small marking field: not a cutter for wood or acrylic.
Monport · Fiber · $2,599 – $3,799
Monport GT 30W brings split-cabinet fiber marking with autofocus: useful for varying part heights. Strong alternative to Gweike G6 in the same class.
ComMarker · Fiber · $2,499 – $3,499
ComMarker B6 adds MOPA fiber for color effects on stainless and finer control on deep metal engraving. Step up from B4 for shops that need color marking or faster production.