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.

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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

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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

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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.

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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.

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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

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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

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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

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Specifications

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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

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Warranty

• 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty (parts and labor)

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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