NanoQuote is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Gweike, Gweike Cloud, or any related entities. Gweike is a trademark of its respective owner. This guide is created by NanoQuote to help Gweike laser owners quote jobs effectively.
Quoting jobs with Gweike lasers
You've got a Gweike fiber laser - probably a Cloud series or similar. Here's how to configure NanoQuote for your machine and start quoting jobs with confidence.
Gweike-specific quoting challenges
Varied configurations
Gweike sells many configurations - different wattages, bed sizes, enclosure options. There's no single "Gweike" cut rate.
Chinese-market pricing confusion
You paid less than for a US-brand machine. Does that mean you should charge less? (No - your operating costs aren't lower.)
Documentation gaps
Manuals may be translated imperfectly or missing specific cut parameters. You're figuring it out yourself.
Support distance
If something goes wrong, parts and support take longer. Factor downtime risk into your pricing.
Setting up NanoQuote for Gweike
Create your machine profile
Add your Gweike model (e.g., "Gweike Cloud 1500W"). Enter your bed dimensions - they vary by model.
Calculate your hourly rate
Machine cost ÷ expected hours + power + consumables + labor. Don't undercharge because the machine was "cheap" - your time isn't.
Build your cut rate table
Start conservative. For a 1500W, try: 1mm mild steel at 1500mm/min, 3mm at 500mm/min, 6mm at 150mm/min. Adjust based on your actual test cuts.
Test with real materials
Cut a known pattern, time it, compare to calculated. Gweike machines vary - your specific unit's performance is what matters.
Account for startup time
Gweike machines may have longer warmup or homing sequences. Include that in setup time.
Features for Gweike owners
Custom machine profile
Store your specific Gweike configuration: wattage, bed size, hourly rate, and cut rates.
Per-material cut rates
Different speeds for mild steel vs. stainless vs. aluminum. Store what your machine actually achieves.
Nesting for your bed
See how parts fit on your specific sheet size. Know material usage before quoting.
Margin protection
Set your rates based on costs, not on what the machine cost you. Margin is margin.
Quote history
Track what you've quoted and what actually happened. Learn from real jobs.
Why Gweike owners benefit from structured quoting
Frequently asked questions
No. Your operating costs (power, gas, consumables, time) aren't lower. Price based on your costs and local market, not on machine purchase price.
Start with manufacturer recommendations if available. Otherwise, use conservative estimates and test. Online forums and Facebook groups sometimes share real-world settings.
Probably nothing. Specs are optimistic. Real-world speeds depend on material quality, assist gas, and edge finish requirements. Adjust your saved rates to match reality.
Yes. Add each machine as a separate profile. Different wattages and conditions mean different rates.
Use whatever CAM software works with your machine for cutting. NanoQuote is for quoting - calculating prices and managing customer quotes, not driving the laser.
Related resources
New Owner Guides
Other Machine Guides
Product Features
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