OneLaser Hydra™ 13 Gen 2 Industrial Hybrid Laser Engraver & Cutter (130W CO₂ + 38W RF)

Overview

The OneLaser Hydra™ 13 Gen 2 is a professional-grade hybrid laser system designed for businesses that require industrial performance, exceptional engraving quality, and scalable production capabilities. Combining a powerful 130W CO₂ laser with a 38W RF laser, the Hydra 13 Gen 2 delivers both deep cutting performance and ultra-fine engraving precision within a single machine.

Built for growing manufacturers, production shops, and professional makers, the Hydra 13 Gen 2 features intelligent laser switching, advanced servo motion control, smart airflow automation, and industrial DSP controls to maximize efficiency and minimize downtime. Whether producing custom products, signage, acrylic fabrication, leather goods, glass engraving, or branded merchandise, the Hydra 13 Gen 2 provides the speed and flexibility needed for professional production environments.

Ideal For

• Small to mid-scale manufacturing

• Custom product production

• Sign making and display fabrication

• Acrylic cutting and engraving

• Woodworking and décor production

• Leather goods and patch creation

• Glass engraving

• Coated metal marking

• Personalized gifts and branded merchandise

• High-volume production workflows

Key Features

• Dual-laser hybrid system with 130W CO₂ and 38W RF laser sources

• Patented intelligent multi-laser switching technology

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

• 4G acceleration for maximum productivity

• Smart Dual Air Assist system

• Industrial GT5 DSP controller with offline operation

• Large-format workspace for production and batch processing

• Superior RF laser engraving quality and detail

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

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

• Optional fiber laser upgrade available

• Designed for continuous production environments

Dual-Laser Hybrid Technology

The Hydra 13 Gen 2 combines two laser technologies into one production platform.

130W CO₂ Laser

Ideal for:

• Wood

• Acrylic

• Leather

• Rubber

• Paper

• Fabric

• MDF

• Foam

• General cutting applications

38W RF Laser

Ideal for:

• Fine-detail engraving

• Photographic engraving

• Glass engraving

• Coated metals

• Precision marking

• High-resolution graphics

The intelligent laser switching system allows users to seamlessly move between engraving and cutting operations without manual reconfiguration.

High-Speed Production Performance

Engineered for demanding production environments, the Hydra 13 Gen 2 features:

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

• 4G acceleration

• Industrial servo-driven motion control

• Enhanced production throughput

• Consistent, repeatable engraving and cutting quality

These capabilities help reduce production time while maintaining exceptional accuracy.

Smart Dual Air Assist System

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

Benefits include:

• Cleaner engravings

• Improved cut quality

• Enhanced lens protection

• Reduced flare-ups

• Improved workflow efficiency

Material Compatibility

Compatible with a wide variety 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

• Branded merchandise

• Glass engraving

• Rotary engraving on tumblers and bottles

• Decorative panels

• Production manufacturing

Specifications

Specification	Details
Model	Hydra™ 13 Gen 2
Configuration	130W CO₂ + 38W RF Hybrid
Laser Types	CO₂ Glass + RF Laser
Maximum Engraving Speed	Up to 78.7 in/sec (2000 mm/sec)
Acceleration	4G
Working Area	51.2" × 35.4"
Motion System	Industrial Servo Control
Air Assist	Smart Dual Air Assist
Controller	GT5 DSP
RF Laser Life	20,000–30,000 Hours
Optional Upgrade	Fiber Laser Module Available

What’s Included

• OneLaser Hydra™ 13 Gen 2 Hybrid Laser System

• 130W 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)

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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