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Universal Laser Systems V50 50W CO₂ Laser Engraver/Cutter - $2,300 (Gardnerville)
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Key Highlights:
• Model: Universal Laser Systems V50 (V-Class)
• Manufactured: April 1999
• Laser Tube: Upgraded UL-50 50W CO₂ cartridge, manufactured December 2017 (S/N 90666C — only ~8 years old)
• Work Area: Approximately 18” x 24”
• Table Size: ~29” x 23”
Proven Performance – Recent Test Results (videos available):
• Cutting Test (0.25” / 6mm Birch Plywood):
• Vector cuts at 90% Power, 2.6% Speed, 1000 PPI
• Clean through-cuts in one pass on multiple stars and a rectangle
• Excellent edge quality and full penetration
• Engraving Test:
• Raster engraving at 100% Power, 500 PPI, Density 6
• Dark, crisp, consistent results
The 2017 laser tube is performing very well — strong power output and reliable for both engraving and cutting.
Perfect For:
• Woodworking, custom signage, gifts, leather engraving, acrylic cutting, prototypes, and small production runs.
• Makers, small businesses, hobbyists, or schools wanting a proven ULS machine.
Condition:
• Fully functional and recently tested.
• Rugged industrial American-made build.
• The upgraded 2017 laser tube is the most critical and expensive component — it appears to still have plenty of usable life remaining but I can’t guarantee how long.
Includes:
• ULS V50 laser system only (machine + 2017 tube)
• 145-0013-0 Spare Lens Assembly - 2.0
• Spare X Axis Bearings
Notes:
• Heavy unit (~250+ lbs) — local pickup preferred.
• Requires proper exhaust/ventilation (standard for all CO₂ lasers).
• Legacy Windows drivers available directly from ULS (supports Windows 10/11 with proper setup).
This is a great machine built in the USA. Everything is functional and all of the motors have been tested including the Z (up/down) motor. The machine is mounted on a roller cart. The laser tube was manufactured in December 2017. I am not sure how much it was used but the fans on it look very clean. It performs well on cuts and engravings but I’m not sure how long it will last until it needs to be recharged, because they say the CO2 will eventually leak out. The machine has some scratches/dirt and has wear. The small display does have small damage on the center but you can still see all of the information that is needed. Please see all of the pictures for more details on condition. Please email, text, or call me if you have any questions and I will do my best to answer them.
Message me to schedule a demo or test cut — happy to show it running! Thanks for looking! Asking $2300