OneLaser Hydra™ 16 Gen 2 Industrial Hybrid Laser Engraver & Cutter (150W CO₂ + 38W RF)

Overview

The OneLaser Hydra™ 16 Gen 2 is a production-grade hybrid laser system engineered for businesses that demand maximum speed, precision, and versatility. Combining a powerful 150W CO₂ cutting laser with a 38W RF metal laser, the Hydra 16 Gen 2 delivers exceptional engraving quality alongside powerful cutting performance in a single integrated platform.

Designed for high-volume production environments, the Hydra 16 Gen 2 features intelligent laser switching, ultra-fast servo motion control, smart airflow management, and industrial-grade DSP controls. Whether producing custom products, signage, acrylic fabrication, wood products, leather goods, or branded merchandise, the Hydra 16 Gen 2 provides the speed and flexibility needed to scale production efficiently.

Ideal For

• High-volume production environments

• Sign and display fabrication

• Acrylic manufacturing

• Woodworking and decorative panels

• Leather goods and patch production

• Personalized products and gifts

• Branded merchandise

• Glass engraving

• Coated metal marking

• Industrial fabrication workflows

Key Features

• Dual-laser hybrid system with 150W CO₂ and 38W RF laser sources

• Intelligent multi-laser switching technology

• Ultra-fast engraving speeds up to 78.7 in/sec (2000 mm/sec)

• 4G acceleration for maximum production throughput

• Smart Dual Air Assist system

• Industrial GT5 DSP motion control platform

• Large-format workspace for oversized projects and batch production

• Superior RF laser engraving precision

• Up to 4× greater engraving detail compared to traditional CO₂ systems

• Up to 1.85× deeper cutting performance under comparable power levels

• Optional fiber laser upgrade available

• Built for continuous production operation

Dual-Laser Hybrid Technology

The Hydra 16 Gen 2 combines the strengths of two laser technologies within a single platform.

150W CO₂ Laser

Ideal for:

• Wood

• Acrylic

• Leather

• Rubber

• Paper

• Fabric

• MDF

• Foam

• General cutting applications

38W RF Laser

Ideal for:

• High-detail engraving

• Fine graphics

• Glass engraving

• Coated metals

• Precision marking

• Photorealistic engraving

The intelligent switching system allows operators to utilize the optimal laser source without complex machine reconfiguration.

High-Speed Production Performance

Engineered for commercial production environments, the Hydra 16 Gen 2 features:

• Engraving speeds up to 78.7 in/sec (2000 mm/sec)

• 4G acceleration

• Servo-driven motion control

• Stable industrial-grade operation

• Enhanced production throughput

These capabilities help reduce job times while maintaining exceptional engraving and cutting quality.

Smart Dual Air Assist System

The integrated Smart Dual Air Assist system automatically adjusts airflow based on the operation being performed.

Benefits include:

• Cleaner engravings

• Improved cutting quality

• Reduced flare-ups

• Better lens protection

• Enhanced overall workflow efficiency

Material Compatibility

Compatible with a wide range of production materials, including:

• Wood

• Acrylic

• Leather

• Rubber

• Glass

• Paper

• Cardboard

• Cork

• MDF

• Bamboo

• Coated metals

• Plastics

• Additional laser-safe materials

Applications

• Custom signage

• Acrylic displays

• Wood products

• Leather patches

• Personalized gifts

• Awards and recognition items

• Branded merchandise

• Glass engraving

• Cylindrical engraving with rotary attachments

• Decorative panels

• Production manufacturing

Specifications

What’s Included

• OneLaser Hydra™ 16 Gen 2 Hybrid Laser System

• 150W CO₂ laser source

• 38W RF laser source

• Smart Dual Air Assist system

• GT5 DSP controller

• Safety monitoring systems

• User documentation

Warranty

• 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty (parts and labor)

Support & Resources

📄 User Manual
📄 Firmware Updates
📄 Material Settings
📆 Schedule a Demo
▶️ Videos 

📞 U.S. Support Team: Direct manufacturer assistance for installation and troubleshooting. Contact them at cs@1laser.com |  626-800-4130