The Machines
The Laser
The laser machine uses a highly focused beam of light to cut and engrave a wide variety of materials. It has a maximum capacity of 12 inches tall by 18 inches wide and 1/4 inch thick. Projects with the laser generally involve cutting thinner pieces and then gluing them together.
The CNC
A CNC Router uses a router bit to cut and engrave. It has a much larger capacity, of up to 30 inches tall by 48 inches wide and 3 inches thick.