
Sample Materials 7-3
When engraving very small objects, top speed cannot be achieved because acceleration and
deceleration of the motion system requires time and distance. The laser system will
automatically adjust itself to a maximum engraving speed that it can achieve due to the size and
position of the graphic. This is why you might notice that there might be no difference in
engraving time on certain graphics whether you choose 100% speed or less.
The following materials were tested with the laser system set at 500 DPI except where noted
otherwise. The following pages will fully describe the results of these tests and will offer helpful
hints when choosing materials, setting parameters, and using different techniques to provide the
best laser cutting and engraving results.
USE THESE SETTINGS AS A GUIDELINE OR STARTING
POINT ONLY. Since many factors can affect engraving or
cutting depth as well as engraving quality, it is most likely that
these settings will need to be adjusted to produce desirable
results.
ACRYLIC - CAST AND EXTRUDED
ACRYLIC – MIRRORED
ALUMINUM – ANODIZED
BRASS – PAINTED
CORK
CORIAN / AVONITE / FOUNTAINHEAD
DELRIN (SEAL PRESS)
GLASS / CRYSTAL
LEATHER
MARBLE
MAT BOARD
MELAMINE
PLASTIC – MICROSURFACED
RUBBER STAMPS
VINYL – SIGN (3 MIL)
WOOD / WOOD INLAY
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