The Trotec Speedy 300 is a laser cutter: a tool that can cut or engrave a pattern on a variety of materials. The laser beam is focused to a point and burns or vaporizes the material underneath as it traverses through an assigned path. The laser cutter is a very precise tool and has endless uses for both artistic and engineering proposes. Cut Area: the maximum cutting area of this tool is 29"x17". Cut Kerf: the kerf of this laser is between ~0.005-0.010in (depending on lens, material, settings). Max Material Thickness: this laser can only cut through materials which are 0.5" thick or thinner (depending on lens, material, settings).