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Now your file is ready to be sent to the laser cutter. But what will you be cutting it out of?
Laser cutters work on a variety of materials however, not every material will react the same.
Some materials cut easier, some etch easier and others won't cut or etch at all!
Most laser cutters use a separate software to adjust settings.
I use Epilog laser cutters. Their software allows you to adjust the speed, frequency and power of the laser beam as well as whether you want to run a vector (cut), raster (etch), or both file. This is helpful if you want to go over the raster or cut paths on your design more than once.
There are recommended settings for getting the best results different materials. These are generally guidelines rather than rules and you may need to adjust depending on material inconsistencies or personal preference. For example you wouldn't want to cut cardboard on the same settings as you would a piece of .25' acrylic.
If you're using a new material that does not yet have suggested settings, look up suggested settings for similar then play around with the settings to find what works best. Be sure to look up the MSDS for your material before cutting it. Some materials can release harmful chemical vapors and should not be laser cut.
Some things you should never cut on a laser cutter include:
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