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Apr 21, 2026 4:36 PM

Falcon 5W CR-Laser Engraver and Cutter

$94

$299

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CrealityFalcon has Falcon 5W CR-Laser Engraver and Cutter on sale for $99 - $4.95 when you apply discount code WELCOME5 at checkout = $94.05. Shipping is free.

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Note: Laser Safety Glasses_180-534nm for All Laser Engravers and Cutters is automatically added to cart and is free with this purchase (link for reference).

Features:
  • Ultra-Fine Engraving Precision: 0.06mm laser spot
  • Speeds up to 10,000 mm/min.
  • Larger working area of 400x415mm
  • Equipped with an eye-protective cover on laser head

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  • Our research indicates that this deal is $30.95 less (24.7% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $125 at the time of this post.
  • Rated 4.78 out of 5 stars, based on limited customer reviews.
  • Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.

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CrealityFalcon has Falcon 5W CR-Laser Engraver and Cutter on sale for $99 - $4.95 when you apply discount code WELCOME5 at checkout = $94.05. Shipping is free.

Thanks to community member thethingx for sharing this deal.

Note: Laser Safety Glasses_180-534nm for All Laser Engravers and Cutters is automatically added to cart and is free with this purchase (link for reference).

Features:
  • Ultra-Fine Engraving Precision: 0.06mm laser spot
  • Speeds up to 10,000 mm/min.
  • Larger working area of 400x415mm
  • Equipped with an eye-protective cover on laser head

Editor's Notes

Written by qwikwit | Staff
  • Our research indicates that this deal is $30.95 less (24.7% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $125 at the time of this post.
  • Rated 4.78 out of 5 stars, based on limited customer reviews.
  • Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.

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Curdean
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The Basic kit looks like it only includes the engraver. I would suggest eye protection. A way to vent the fumes from the work area. A honeycomb bed, and air assist to help with cutting(often will have scorch marks on what you are engraving/cutting). And as one other person mentioned, the software Lightburn. The free trial does not have any restrictions other than the amount of time it can be used. The more expensive kits look like they come with some of these things.

You will also need some things to engrave. Amazon is a decent place for thin cork sheets, thin wood for engraving/cutting, and slate for coasters or small signs.
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taisharmoridin
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This is a diode laser. The wavelength is not suitable for metals at all, even when used with a 60-100W module. Diode lasers are good for wood or opaque polymers (Need CO2 for clear ones). To engrave or cut metals you need a Fiber or UV laser.
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CFNY10 to bring it down to $89.10
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Community Reviews

This Falcon 5W diode laser looks like a solid starter engraver for wood, opaque plastics, painted metal, and other flat materials. The community notes it can remove paint from metal tags, mark stainless steel by discoloring or coating removal, and handle simple projects like labels and small signs. Setup often needs extras such as eye protection, ventilation, a honeycomb bed, and air assist, and LightBurn is repeatedly favored over the included software. The main limit is power, since 5W is too weak for true metal engraving or cutting and curved surfaces are harder. A practical pick if you want to learn laser engraving without jumping to a higher power machine.

  • The unit can remove paint or coating from painted metal tags for custom designs.

    spideyridernithosluckygecko

  • Lightburn is described as easier to use than the included software for designing engravings and cuts.

    CaspertooCurdeanluckygecko

  • Coupon stacking can lower the effective price for certain configurations and versions.

    flowingcovetednetmegamark

  • The diode laser can produce strong results on 3D-printed material and thin cork or wood projects.

    megamarkCurdean

  • The diode laser wavelength is not suitable for engraving metals and it will only discolor metal surfaces.

    taisharmoridinspideyrider

  • Safety risks include blindness, lung damage from toxic fumes with some materials like PVC, and fire hazards.

    luckygeckoThriftyThread5737

  • Engraving curved polymer parts like a handguard can be difficult due to the surface curvature.

    Caspertoo

  • Some coupon combinations can cancel out when adding additional percentage-off codes, reducing expected savings.

    colinb1438

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Apr 24, 2026 9:52 PM
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luckygeckoApr 24, 2026 9:52 PM
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I'm not preaching, but this is a serious tool. Don't take it lightly. It will blind you and depending on the materials you put under it, it can damage your lungs. Especially if you put PVC or like materials under it. It will catch paper, wood or other materials on fire.

I have a couple and do small projects with them. This one will not etch metal, but it will etch the paint off painted metal. It should be able to burn designs into wood.

Most people upgrade the software to LightBurn. (I don't know what software it comes with. I have an Atomstack)
It costs the same as the engraver unit, but it's not necessary.
Apr 24, 2026 10:00 PM
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luckygeckoApr 24, 2026 10:00 PM
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Quote from RGon View quoted comment :
Really would like to know how it would work to engage on chrome metal tools, like wrenches. I do realize it's quite underpowered but if it's able to engrave a letter per minute, I'd be satisfied

It will not etch chrome directly. You would need a spray like CerMark. The laser then bonds it to the metal. CerMark and the other sprays are $25+ a can.


That said, CerMark states that 455nm 5w diode lasers do struggle with this task. So, YMMV
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Apr 25, 2026 3:26 AM
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IDaircraftmechApr 25, 2026 3:26 AM
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Just got the 10 watt for my shop. Thanks OP!
Apr 25, 2026 3:03 PM
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ThriftyThread5737Apr 25, 2026 3:03 PM
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There is a lot to consider when purchasing one of these. They can and will start fires so they have to be either attended 100% or put somewhere they can burn down safely. You will need to buy an enclosure or if you plan to use any included safety glasses you need to make sure the laser engraver is somewhere that no other humans or pets are going to accidentally walk in to because one of these can blind anything with an eyeball quick fast and in a hurry. You also need to research what materials are safe to engrave because some things emit toxic gasses when burned ! with a 5w laser this will take a long long time to burn a project increasing the chances you will leave it unattended, I would suggest buying one with a higher power laser! Personally if planning on using laser glasses I would spend the money and get some proper certified laser safety glasses and not trust my eyesight to the 3$ pair of glasses that come included ! Also these don't usually come with software so plan on spending more to buy a Lightburn license!
Apr 25, 2026 8:15 PM
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dizzymon247Apr 25, 2026 8:15 PM
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How great are these things? We bought a diff brand/model but havent tested it out yet.
Apr 26, 2026 10:20 AM
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GandalbApr 26, 2026 10:20 AM
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Don't need any all but I want it!
Apr 26, 2026 2:51 PM
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oatmealoviedoApr 26, 2026 2:51 PM
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Will this cut through foam board used to make rc airplanes?

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Apr 26, 2026 10:58 PM
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nithosApr 26, 2026 10:58 PM
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Quote from TheSantaBoxMovie View quoted comment :
The video shows it engraving on metal, small thin sheet, cat tag "Dog tag" Or are they misrepresenting their product? 🤔
It can remove the paint/coating on a metal tag.
Apr 27, 2026 1:55 AM
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SharpTent2875Apr 27, 2026 1:55 AM
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Quote from taisharmoridin View quoted comment :
This is a diode laser. The wavelength is not suitable for metals at all, even when used with a 60-100W module. Diode lasers are good for wood or opaque polymers (Need CO2 for clear ones). To engrave or cut metals you need a Fiber or UV laser.
Have the 40w falcon 2 pro at work model at work, it can actually cut through very thin stainless steel (5mils or less). It can engrave aluminum as long as you have laser spray and can engrave straight onto stainless steel
Apr 27, 2026 2:33 AM
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3matthew3Apr 27, 2026 2:33 AM
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I bought the 10W Loklik laser from last week. Pretty nifty machine. Not sure if still available but was $69
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Apr 27, 2026 5:28 AM
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rugz31Apr 27, 2026 5:28 AM
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nice, thanks!
Apr 27, 2026 2:38 PM
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Suen05Apr 27, 2026 2:38 PM
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Quote from fotofinish348 View quoted comment :
A friend has one he loves it
Whats he make with it?
Apr 27, 2026 7:47 PM
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CaptMitchell74656Apr 27, 2026 7:47 PM
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Quote from TheSantaBoxMovie View quoted comment :
The video shows it engraving on metal, small thin sheet, cat tag "Dog tag" Or are they misrepresenting their product? 🤔
Likely they're not misrepresenting. The thin sheet and tags would be a soft aluminum which is do-able.
Apr 27, 2026 9:13 PM
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jesterfxApr 27, 2026 9:13 PM
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Quote from 3matthew3 View quoted comment :
I bought the 10W Loklik laser from last week. Pretty nifty machine. Not sure if still available but was $69
Dang another good deal, looks like it was sold out so no luck anymore 😔

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May 26, 2026 6:53 PM
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colinb1438May 26, 2026 6:53 PM
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  • CFNY8
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    coupon codes stack. i tried adding the 10% coupon code listed above, but it negated when trying to stack with the 10% off one.

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