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OMTech · Fiber

OMTech FC-105 Fiber

Industrial fiber laser cutter for sheet metal (not a desktop marker)

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TL;DR

OMTech FC-105 is a fiber laser cutting platform for metal sheet: a different class from desktop galvo markers. Listed for buyers who search 'fiber laser' and need to understand cutters vs markers.

Best for

Sheet metal cuttingFabricationIndustrialNot hobby desks

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

OMTech FC-105 Fiber 1050W 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 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
  • Work area Large format sheet (model dependent): confirm your typical job sizes fit the bed

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

Sheet metal fiber cutting for fabrication shops

Industrial sheet metal fiber laser cutting.

Laser spot size

Cutting head focal spot

Motion precision: 0.05 mm

Sample engrave job

N/A

Sample cut job

Production sheet cut

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

    Accessories & add-ons

    Typical inclusions and add-ons for this profile : confirm your SKU.

    • Enclosure / cabinet

      Third-party enclosure improves smoke control and safety

      Optional
    • Laser safety glasses

      ~450 nm diode: OD rated for your wavelength

      Recommended
    • Fire extinguisher

      Recommended

    Editorial guidance : not a live parts list. See also: Ventilation setup · Safety basics

    Practical notes

    Beginner notes

    This profile covers OMTech FC-105 Fiber. Read the TL;DR and benchmarks before buying, then compare nearby models on the Compare page.

    Pro tips

    Run scrap tests first. Use this profile’s reference times for quotes, not marketing claims.

    Pro / technical specsRaw numbers for experienced users comparing machines.
    Max speed (spec)
    N/A production cut speed
    Avg engrave speed
    N/A marking
    Avg cut speed
    Production cut rates

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