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Longer · Diode
Longer Nano Pro · 12W
Fast portable Longer: 12W with high traverse and rotary options
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Released June 2024
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TL;DR
Longer Nano Pro 12W is a premium portable diode with very high advertised speeds and rotary/slide accessories. Niche machine for makers who need portability with more punch than 6W minis.
Best for
What makes this machine stand out
Hardware and workflow features worth understanding before you buy : not just wattage on a label.
Open-frame : plan safety first
There is no factory enclosure: you wear OD-rated glasses, control smoke, and keep kids/pets away. You trade cabinet convenience for price and access : fine in a dedicated workshop, stressful in a living room without a plan.
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.
Our verdict
Ideal if you
Longer Nano Pro 12W suits makers who sell marks, photos, and gifts more than daily panel cutting. Reasonable open-frame entry price.
Skip if you
Skip if you already quote 5 mm+ cutting in production. Not for cast acrylic or bare metal without spray.
Pros
- 12W on Longer Nano Pro: engraving-first: photo fills and leather at moderate speeds
- Open-frame: plan laser glasses, exhaust, and workspace rules from day one
- Software on the profile: trial your workflow on scrap before production
Cons
- Clear cast acrylic and thick production cutting still favor CO₂, not diode power alone
- Confirm optical wattage on the listing before you buy
What this machine is for
High-quality hobby and light-business engraving with light, slow cutting
12W module · Longer Nano Pro
Laser spot size
~0.08 mm spot
Motion precision: 0.01 mm
Sample engrave job
~12–18 min
10 × 10 cm (4 × 4 in)
Sample cut job
~6–10 min
10 × 10 cm (4 × 4 in)
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
- · Wood
- · Leather
- · Plastic
- · Anodized aluminum (light)
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 12W SKU on Longer Nano Pro. Read the TL;DR and benchmarks above, then compare other power options via the chips before buying.
Pro tips
Run material test grids at engraving speeds first. Add air assist for light cuts. If cut jobs exceed ~30% of your week, open the higher-watt profile on this site and compare times.
Pro / technical specsRaw numbers for experienced users comparing machines.
- Max speed (spec)
- 5,000 mm/s
- Avg engrave speed
- 60–150 mm/s fill
- Avg cut speed
- 4–10 mm/s on 3 mm wood
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