Cubiio 3: The Smallest, Truly Portable Laser Engraver
- May 20, 2025
- 2 min read
Baseball Size | Origami Tech | AI Inside | Download-free Easy Webapp | 100+ Materials | Swift Preview | Power Bank OK | Elegant Design
For makers, crafters, and small businesses seeking a powerful yet truly portable laser engraver, the Cubiio 3, featured on Kickstarter, offers a revolutionary leap forward. Building on the success of its predecessors, the Cubiio 3 delivers double the power and 10 times the speed in an incredibly compact, baseball-sized design, making laser engraving accessible anytime, anywhere.
Project Overview
Name and Creator: Cubiio 3: The Smallest, Truly Portable Laser Engraver by Muherz
What It Is: A highly portable, powerful, and AI-enhanced laser engraver that fits in your pocket, offering versatile engraving and cutting capabilities on various materials.
Key Features
Truly Portable: Weighing only 7 oz (approx. 200g) and measuring 2.2 inches, Cubiio 3 offers incomparable portability. It can be powered by a Type-C power bank, allowing you to engrave on the go.
Tiny But Mighty: Features double the laser power (3.5W semiconductor diode laser) and up to 10 times the engraving speed (up to 12000 mm/min) compared to previous Cubiio models.
AI-Powered: Incorporates AI for enhanced functionality and ease of use.
Cross-platform Webapp: No app download needed. Control Cubiio 3 via Wi-Fi from any web browser (Safari, Chrome, Firefox, Edge) on Windows, Android, and iOS devices. Supports G-code and various image file formats.
Origami Tech: Utilizes a flexible printed circuit board (FPCB) with flexure hinges and planar coils to precisely manipulate the laser beam for speed, accuracy, and compactness.
Swift Preview: Provides a fast preview of the engraving margin before starting, ensuring perfect alignment.
Wide Material Compatibility: Can directly engrave cement, brick, shale, and cut through paper, wood, non-transparent acrylic, leather, cardboard, fabric, medium-density fiberboard, and more. Note: Cannot directly engrave raw stainless steel or precious metals.
Cubiio Club & Community: Access to a cloud database of hundreds of ready-to-use projects (Cubiio Club) and a large fan community for sharing tips and artwork.
Enhanced Safety: Equipped with a digital lock, thermometer, accelerometer, beeper, LED indicator, and a blue-light protective cover. It's a Class 1 laser product with its certified enclosure, safe for naked-eye use under normal conditions.
Specifications
Weight: 7 oz (approx. 200g)
Dimensions: 2.2 inches (approx. 5.6 cm)
Laser Power: 3.5W semiconductor diode laser (450nm wavelength)
Engraving Speed: Up to 12000 mm/min
Power Input: USB Type-C (9V/2A or higher recommended, compatible with PD chargers/power banks)
Connectivity: Wi-Fi
Laser Head Lifetime: 10,000 hours
Rewards
Kickstarter reward tiers for Cubiio 3 typically included:
Lite Bundle: Starts at $350
There are various bundle options available from that point on as well as optional add-ons
The Idea
Concept: To push the boundaries of portable laser engraving by creating an even more powerful, faster, and user-friendly device that truly embodies the spirit of "anytime, anywhere" creation.
Inspiration: To democratize laser engraving, making it accessible to a wider audience of hobbyists, artists, and small businesses who need a compact, efficient, and safe tool for personalized crafting and rapid prototyping without the bulk and cost of traditional machines.
