3. Scenario Guide: Which One Are You?
Scenario A: The “Dirty” Shop
Environment: A foundry or heavy metal fabrication shop. Air is filled with conductive dust.
User: Workers wearing heavy gloves.
Verdict: Go Embedded. A PC fan will suck in that metal dust and short circuit the motherboard within 6 months. An embedded controller is sealed and safe.
Scenario B: The Custom Laser Shop
Environment: Clean room or office desk.
User: A graphic designer making custom logos on YETI cups or jewelry.
Verdict: Go PC-Based. You need the mouse and keyboard to trace logos, align text precisely, and tweak designs for every new customer.