Laserply

Laserply: laser-grade materials and machinery from Abercarn

Laserply is a UK supplier of materials and equipment for laser cutting and engraving, based at Unit 11b on the Prince of Wales Industrial Estate in Abercarn. The company presents itself as a premium UK supplier since 2012 and describes its catalogue as aimed at makers, craftspeople, businesses and educators. Its own site states that it operates as a B2B website.

The core of the offer is sheet material cut to standard sizes, with bespoke cut sizes available on quotation. Alongside the materials, the catalogue extends to laser machines, upgrades, spare parts and accessories.

Wood and sheet materials

The wood range covers several product families under the company's own naming. These include Laserply Plywood, Laserlite, Cutie-Ply Laserlite, CutiePly Duo, external plywood, MDF and veneered MDF. A dedicated Pattern Gallery sits within the wood section.

Among the featured products listed on the site are a 3 mm poplar plywood with eucalyptus core described as A/A grade and suitable for laser work, and a Basswood Laserlite Laserply in 3 mm B/B. There are also laser materials presented for specific machines, including a pack for K40 units and a line for Glowforge, Polar, xTool Thunderbolt and other CO2 lasers.

Acrylics and engravable items

The acrylic catalogue is organised by finish and effect rather than by a single product. Listed categories include clear, Duo, fluorescent, frost, glitter, highlights, metallics, mirror, the Vintage Collection, naturals acrylic, opal, pastels, pearlescent acrylics, satin, solid colours, sparkle, Spectrum LED acrylic, The Royals and tints. Acrylic accessories and acrylic bundles are sold separately, and the Pattern Gallery also appears in this section.

Beyond plastics, the shop groups a set of laser-engravable items: coins, metal cards, slate, solid wood blanks and others. Featured examples include solid brass coins in 20 mm and 30 mm sizes, with 40 mm and 50 mm versions supplied in clear plastic cases, a 40 mm solid brass coin with milled edges, and boxes of 100 square slates or riven slate coasters.

Laser rubber and machine compatibility

Laser rubber forms its own product line. The site also lets buyers browse by machine compatibility, with dedicated sections for Beamo-compatible, Glowforge-compatible, K40-compatible and xTool-compatible materials, alongside the Cutie-Ply Laserlite and CutiePly Duo ranges.

Machines, parts and workshop consumables

The machinery section covers CO2 laser machines, fibre engravers and upgrades. The catalogue lists compact 20W and 30W fibre laser engravers, a Thunderlaser Thunder Bolt desktop RF laser, a CO2 RF galvo laser engraver and cutter at 30W, and a desktop split fibre laser of 60W or 100W with JPT Mopa source. Rotary units for Thunderlaser machines also appear, including the Rotobolt and a standard rotary unit.

Spare parts and workshop items are grouped into laser tubes, electrical components, compressors, fans, meters and power measurement, power supplies, water coolers, lenses, nozzles and mounts, and filtration units. The tube listings distinguish SPT and Reci laser tubes. A separate "Stuff We Use" section gathers antifreeze, filtration units and other consumables.

Purchasing terms shown in the catalogue

Prices on the site are displayed inclusive of VAT and several products are sold in price ranges according to size or variant. The company advertises volume discounts of up to 20% on bulk orders and quick dispatch on orders. It also maintains sections for new arrivals, best sellers and special offers, including a recurring "Fantastic Friday" offers category.