These settings are specific for our machine (Epilog Helix 50watt), but can be used as a reference for obtaining great results when laser cutting and engraving.
| Material + Thickness | Raster Engrave | Vector Cut | Vector Engrave | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/8″ (3mm) Birch | 70 Speed / 75 Power | 24 Speed / 90 Power | 100 Speed / 10 Power / 450 Hz Frequency | Too strong settings creates a lot of resin/ sap / residue on the cards which can be a lot of work to remove. |
| 1/16″ (1.5mm) Birch | Speed / Power | 50 Speed / 90 Power/ 450 Hz Frequency | 100 Speed / 10 Power / 450 Hz Frequency | |
| 1/8″ (3mm) Walnut | Speed / Power | 25 Speed / 90 Power/ 450 Hz Frequency | 100 Speed / 10 Power / 450 Hz Frequency | |
| 1/16″ (1.5mm) Walnut | Speed / Power | 50 Speed / 90 Power/ 450 Hz Frequency | 100 Speed / 10 Power / 450 Hz Frequency | |
| 1/32″ (1mm) Walnut | Speed / Power | Speed / Power/ 450 Hz Frequency | 100 Speed / 10 Power / 450 Hz Frequency | ** Double sided not easily achieved as it is too thin. |
| 1/8″ (3mm) Bamboo | 100 Speed / 50 Power | 24 Speed / 90 Power/ 450 Hz Frequency | 100 Speed / 10 Power / 450 Hz Frequency | |
| 1/16″ (1.5mm) Bamboo | Speed / Power | 40 Speed / 90 Power/ 450 Hz Frequency | 100 Speed / 10 Power / 450 Hz Frequency | |
| 1/32″ (1mm) Bamboo | Speed / Power | Speed / Power/ 450 Hz Frequency | 100 Speed / 10 Power / 450 Hz Frequency | ** Double sided not easily achieved as it is too thin. |
| 1/8″ (3mm) Mahogany | 100 Speed / 30 Power | Speed / Power/ 450 Hz Frequency | 100 Speed / 10 Power / 450 Hz Frequency | |
| 1/16″ (1.5mm) Mahogany | 100 Speed / 30 Power | 50 Speed / 90 Power/ 450 Hz Frequency | 100 Speed / 10 Power / 450 Hz Frequency | |
| 1/32″ (1mm) Mahogany | 100 Speed / 30 Power | Speed / Power/ 450 Hz Frequency | 100 Speed / 10 Power / 450 Hz Frequency | ** Double sided not easily achieved as it is too thin. |
| 1/8″ (3mm) Cherry | 100 Speed / 30 Power | Speed / Power/ 450 Hz Frequency | 100 Speed / 10 Power / 450 Hz Frequency | |
| 1/16″ (1.5mm) Cherry | 100 Speed / 30 Power | 50 Speed / 90 Power/ 450 Hz Frequency | 100 Speed / 10 Power / 450 Hz Frequency | |
| 1/32″ (1mm) Cherry | 100 Speed / 30 Power | Speed / Power/ 450 Hz Frequency | 100 Speed / 10 Power / 450 Hz Frequency | ** Double sided not easily achieved as it is too thin. |
| 1/8″ (3mm) Maple | 100 Speed / 25 Power | Speed / Power/ 450 Hz Frequency | 100 Speed / 10 Power / 450 Hz Frequency | |
| 1/16″ (1.5mm) Maple | 100 Speed / 25 Power | 50 Speed / 90 Power/ 450 Hz Frequency | 100 Speed / 10 Power / 450 Hz Frequency | |
| 1/32″ (1mm) Maple | 100 Speed / 25 Power | Speed / Power/ 450 Hz Frequency | 100 Speed / 10 Power / 450 Hz Frequency | ** Double sided not easily achived as it is too thin. |
| 1/8″ (3mm) | Speed / Power | Speed / Power/ 450 Hz Frequency | 100 Speed / 10 Power / 450 Hz Frequency | |
| 1/16″ (1.5mm) | Speed / Power | Speed / Power/ 450 Hz Frequency | 100 Speed / 10 Power / 450 Hz Frequency | |
| 1/32″ (1mm) | Speed / Power | Speed / Power/ 450 Hz Frequency | 100 Speed / 10 Power / 450 Hz Frequency | ** Double sided not easily achieved as it is too thin. |
| 1/8″ (3mm) Acrylic | 100 Speed / 30 Power | 22 Speed / 90 Power/ 5000 Hz Frequency | 100 Speed / 10 Power / 450 Hz Frequency | IMPORTANT_ Use CAST acrylic only! Extruded acrylic looks terrible when engraved. For clear the price is similar, unfortunately colors can be much higher.For best effect the laser should be slightly out of focus (about 1/8″ / 3mm or less).Use high speed and low power when engraving as acrylic can warp if it gets too hot. The laser will heat the material so be careful. |
| 1/16″ (1.5mm) Acrylic | 100 Speed / 30 Power | 30 Speed / 90 Power/ 5000 Hz Frequency | 100 Speed / 10 Power / 450 Hz Frequency | Not available in cast acrylic (we have searched for a long time, if anyone finds it please let us know!) |