Professional Laser Control with Full LightBurn Support

Transform your laser cutter with professional-grade control. Smoothieboard v2 works with LightBurn, LaserGRBL, and all major laser software. Smooth raster engraving, accurate power control, and rock-solid reliability. Perfect for CO2, diode, or fiber lasers. Used by laser cutting professionals worldwide.

Smoothieboard controlling a laser cutter with detailed engraving

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✅ Full LightBurn Support - Industry Standard Software ✅ Smooth Raster Engraving with True Grayscale Control ✅ Works with Any Laser Type - CO2, Diode, Fiber ✅ Rock-Solid Reliability - 15 Years Proven

Is Your Laser Controller Holding You Back?

Common Frustrations:

  • ❌ Can’t Use LightBurn - Stuck with inferior software
  • ❌ Poor Engraving Quality - Raster looks pixelated, grayscale terrible
  • ❌ Controller Failures - Dies during important jobs
  • ❌ Limited Features - Can’t add rotary, camera, etc.
  • ❌ Proprietary Lock-In - Vendor software only, no alternatives
  • ❌ Stuttering Motion - Laser pauses on curves

For Professional Work, You Need Better:

Professional-Grade Laser Control

What Changes with Smoothieboard:

Software Freedom:

  • ✅ Full LightBurn Support - All features, all workflows
  • ✅ LaserGRBL Compatible - Free, powerful G-code sender
  • ✅ Any Laser Software - Not locked into vendor software
  • ✅ Network Control - Run jobs over Ethernet, no USB cable issues

Quality Improvements:

  • ✅ Smooth Raster Engraving - 32-bit precision, no stepping
  • ✅ True Grayscale - Proper PWM power control
  • ✅ Accurate Curves - Advanced arc interpolation
  • ✅ Consistent Power - Precise laser control

Reliability:

  • ✅ Battle-Tested - 15 years in laser cutting applications
  • ✅ Repairable - Open hardware, replacement parts available
  • ✅ Community Support - Active forums, extensive docs

Expandability:

  • ✅ Rotary Axis Support - 4th axis for cylindrical engraving
  • ✅ Camera Integration - Alignment and positioning
  • ✅ Multi-Head Systems - Control multiple laser heads
  • ✅ Air Assist Control - Automated based on job
  • ✅ Custom Sensors - 63 GPIO for any addition

Works Perfectly with LightBurn

Why LightBurn Matters:

LightBurn is the industry standard for laser cutting/engraving. If you’re serious about laser work, you use LightBurn.

Smoothie + LightBurn Features:

  • ✅ All Features Work - Camera, rotary, grayscale, everything
  • ✅ Network Connection - Wireless job sending via Ethernet
  • ✅ Job Preview - Accurate time estimates
  • ✅ Material Library - Save settings per material
  • ✅ Advanced Toolpathing - Smoothie handles complex paths

Also Works With:

  • Visicut - Full laser control application with direct Smoothieware interface
  • LaserGRBL (free, open-source)
  • LaserWeb
  • Inkscape with G-code plugin
  • Smoopi - Raspberry Pi based touch interface created specifically for Smoothieboard (GitHub)
  • Any G-code sender that outputs standard G-code
  • Any G-code sender

Universal Laser Compatibility

CO2 Lasers:

  • K40 (40W Chinese laser)
  • Blue box / Red box
  • Full Spectrum
  • Epilog / Trotec (aftermarket upgrade)
  • Custom builds (any wattage)

Diode Lasers:

  • Desktop engravers (Ortur, Atomstack, etc.)
  • High-power blue lasers
  • Multi-diode arrays
  • Custom diode builds

Fiber Lasers:

  • Marking machines
  • Metal engraving
  • Custom fiber setups

Power Levels:

  • 5W to 150W+ supported
  • PWM or analog control
  • Configurable power ranges

Bed Sizes:

  • Small (K40 12”×8”)
  • Medium (24”×16”)
  • Large (48”×36”+)
  • No size limit (software only)

Note: Smoothieboard has been used to refurbish thousands of laser cutters worldwide, from small desktop K40s to large industrial Chinese CO2 lasers. If your laser cutter needs a controller upgrade, Smoothieboard is the solution.

See the Difference in Engraving Quality

Stock Controller Raster:

  • Pixelated appearance
  • Visible banding
  • Poor grayscale

Smoothieboard Raster:

  • Smooth gradients
  • Fine detail preserved
  • Professional quality

Stock Controller Vector:

  • Stepped circles
  • Faceted curves
  • Inconsistent power

Smoothieboard Vector:

  • Perfect circles
  • Smooth curves
  • Consistent power delivery

Add Rotary Engraving to Your Laser

Why Rotary Matters:

Engrave on:

  • Tumblers, cups, mugs
  • Bottles (wine, beer)
  • Pens, flashlights
  • Cylindrical parts
  • Expand your product offerings

Smoothie Makes Rotary Easy:

  • Native A-axis support (4th axis)
  • Works with LightBurn’s rotary mode
  • Simple configuration
  • No hardware hacks needed
  • Chuck rotaries
  • Roller rotaries
  • Indexing rotaries
  • Custom builds

Reliable Enough for Production Work

For Small Businesses & Etsy Sellers:

Reliability:

  • Run 8-10 hour jobs without failures
  • Network control prevents USB disconnects
  • Proven in production environments

Workflow:

  • LightBurn integration = professional workflow
  • Material library for consistent results
  • Job queuing and management
  • Repeat jobs easily

Quality Control:

  • Consistent power delivery
  • Repeatable results
  • No variation batch-to-batch

Expandability:

  • Add features as business grows
  • Multi-head for faster throughput
  • Automated material handling (GPIO)
  • Camera for precise alignment

Proven in Real Laser Cutting Machines

  • K40 lasers with Smoothie (see our K40-specific upgrade guide)
  • Blue box Chinese lasers
  • Full Spectrum laser upgrades
  • DIY CO2 laser builds
  • Diode laser upgrades
  • Professional production machines

Real Community Feedback:

Search for authentic quotes from laser users who upgraded to Smoothie:

  • r/lasercutting posts about controller upgrades
  • LightBurn forum discussions about compatibility
  • Laser cutting Facebook groups
  • YouTube tutorial comments
  • MakerForums laser discussions

Important: Only use real quotes with verifiable sources and user permission.

Laser Controller Questions Answered

Q: Will this work with my [brand] laser? A: If it’s a CO2, diode, or fiber laser controlled via G-code/PWM, yes. Works with K40, blue box, Full Spectrum, custom builds, etc.

Q: How hard is installation? A: Similar to any controller replacement. Wire stepper motors, limit switches, and laser PWM. Most laser owners report 2-4 hours with guides.

Q: Do I need to modify my laser permanently? A: No. Installation is reversible. (But you won’t want to go back.)

Q: Will LightBurn work perfectly? A: Yes. Full feature support including rotary, camera, grayscale, networking.

Q: What about air assist / water cooling / exhaust fan control? A: Smoothie can control all of these via Switch module (free, included in firmware).

Q: Can I add a rotary axis later? A: Absolutely. Native 4th axis support built-in.

Q: What if I run a production shop? A: Smoothie is used in production environments. Reliable enough for client work.

Q: Is $200 worth it vs my $50 Chinese controller? A: How many controllers have you replaced? Plus improved quality = happier clients = more business. ROI is fast.

Upgrade Your Laser Cutter Today

Smoothieboard v2 Prime - $200

Choose Your Version:

  • TMC2660 (1.2-2.2A): Most lasers
  • TMC2590 (2.5-4.6A): High-power steppers

Laser-Specific Resources (Free):

  • Laser wiring diagrams
  • LightBurn setup guide
  • Power control configuration
  • Rotary axis setup guide
  • Community forum support

Where to Buy:

Upgrade Your Laser Cutter to Professional Control

Upgrade Your Laser Cutter - $200

  • Full LightBurn Support
  • Smooth Raster Engraving
  • Works with Any Laser
  • Rotary Ready

Smoothieboard v2 is OSHWA certified open hardware (FR000021). 15 years of proven performance in laser cutting applications. Used by thousands of laser cutting professionals worldwide.

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