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5 Avoidable Mistakes of in Laser Engraving
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Utilizing heavy machinery demands its proper
usage to avoid pitfalls. Whether a novice or an
experienced engineer, it is important to learn
how you can avoid common mistakes while
operating heavy machinery like Laser engraving.
It may harm its sensitive parts as not all the
parts come with a great resistance power except
for Mitsubishi spare parts and Fanuc spare
parts. When issues occur, you might end up just
guessing what went wrong while using it. So, to
help you we have come up with common mistakes
you might be making.
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  • 1. Using Wrong Fabrics
  • Using laser on a fabric which cannot withstand
    with it will end up burning. Research and
    understand which fabrics can combat high power
    settings during the process. Denim, leather,
    canvas can resist high power settings. When you
    use delicate fabrics, set your settings at high
    speed and gradually lower the power to 5-10.
    And to avoid wasting any material, test a small
    piece, in the beginning, to see if the fabric
    can withstand. Adjust the power until you get the
    results.
  • While attempting direct-to-garment engraving,
    lower the DPI (dots per inch). Engraving at a
    lower DPI will ensure the laser vaporizes the
    top layer and doesnt burn entirely through the
    fabric. General engravings work best at 150 to
    300 DPI.
  • Using the Wrong Acrylic
  • There are two types of acrylic used in laser
    engraving.
  • Liquid Acrylic
  • Extruded Acrylic
  • Liquid acrylic is best when producing cast
    acrylic sheets and objects. You pour it into the
    molds to set into various shapes and sizes. It
    is the perfect type of acrylic for engraving as
    it turns frosty white color while engraving. It
    wont give your projects flame-polished edges on
    cutting it with the laser.

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  • Another type of acrylic used for engraving is
    Extruded acrylic. A machine turns extruded
    acrylic in sheet format. And because of the
    high-volume manufacturing technique, it is less
    expensive. It cuts clean with smooth outputs and
    produces a flame-polished edge. And when used
    for engraving, it provides you with clear
    engraving. So, if you want a frosted white
    finish, do your engraving project with liquid
    acrylic.
  • Inconsistent Glass Engraving
  • While you are using laser engraving on glass,
    sometimes it does not get through it properly.
    As a result, it fractures the surface.
    Eventually, it will produce the fractured glass
    surface with a frosted appearance. Rough and
    chipped.
  • To avoid that and produce a smooth frosted
    finish, here are some tips to help you
  • User lower resolution. Up to 300 DPI. As you
    separate the dots you are engraving, it will
    produce better results.
  • A DIY tip Apply a thin, wet sheer of newspaper
    or a paper towel to the area to help with the
    heat dissipation. It improves the overall
    process. Make sure the paper you are applying is
    flat and not wrinkled.
  • You can also try changing the color black in your
    graphic to 80 percent black.
  • Polish the area with a non-scratch scouring pad.

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  • User better laser parts. Mitsubishi spare parts,
    Fanuc spare parts will increase the efficiency
    of your machine.
  • Apply a thin layer of liquid dish soap in the
    area.
  • Not Getting Same Results while Wood Engraving
  • We see maximum engraving happening on the wood.
    It is one of the most laser-friendly materials
    available out there. As woods have different
    types, they might react differently to laser
    engraving. For example, if you make a large
    square from a piece of cherry, it would have a
    uniform appearance. If the same piece was made
    out of oak, it might vary in height with a
    non-uniform appearance.
  • To smoke and debris, try engraving from the
    bottom up.
  • Wipe off the surface of the wood with a damp
    cloth when engraving the stained wood.
  • Lack of Efficiency in the Engraver
  • When it comes to maintenance, it is important to
    clean the machine on a regular base. You get the
    manuals along with your machine. It is also
    important to inspect the optics on a weekly base
    when needed. Notice when your optics look
    smudgy. Because thats when you have to clean
    them.

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Conclusion These are the most common mistakes
you could be making. If you are a manufacturer,
designer, or a layman, avoid these mistakes and
increase the efficiency of your laser machine.
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