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Laser Reference Table 10W

The document is a reference table for laser cutting and engraving using a 10W diode laser, detailing various materials, their thickness, mode of operation, power settings, speed, and recommended passes. It includes specific notes for each material regarding safety and best practices. Key materials listed include plywood, MDF, acrylic, leather, cardboard, paper, anodized aluminum, and stainless steel.

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Laser Reference Table 10W

The document is a reference table for laser cutting and engraving using a 10W diode laser, detailing various materials, their thickness, mode of operation, power settings, speed, and recommended passes. It includes specific notes for each material regarding safety and best practices. Key materials listed include plywood, MDF, acrylic, leather, cardboard, paper, anodized aluminum, and stainless steel.

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Laser Cutting/Engraving Reference Table - 10W Diode Laser

Material Thickness Mode Power (%) Speed (mm/min) Passes Notes

Plywood 3 mm Cut 100% 180-300 2-4 Good ventilation needed

Plywood 1.5 mm Engrave 30-60% 1500-3000 1 Use grayscale for shading

MDF 3 mm Cut 100% 150-250 2-3 Creates more smoke than plywood

Acrylic (black) 3 mm Cut 100% 150-250 2-4 Only dark colors work with diode

Acrylic (black) 3 mm Engrave 40-60% 1000-2000 1 Matte finish preferred

Leather 2 mm Cut 100% 600-1000 1-2 Strong smell; natural leather best

Leather 2 mm Engrave 20-50% 1500-3000 1 Wet surface slightly to reduce burn

Cardboard 1.5 mm Cut 80-100% 800-1200 1 Easy to ignite-watch closely

Paper 0.2 mm Cut 20-30% 2000-3000 1 Very flammable

Paper Engrave 10-20% 3000-5000 1 Use dithering or line art

Anodized Aluminum N/A Engrave 90-100% 1000-2000 1 Only surface marking; no cutting

Stainless Steel N/A Engrave 100% (with paste)


200-500 1-3 Needs marking spray (e.g., CerMark)

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