Need to work with large cuts of fabric? 4 0 obj Laser engravers for cotton, leather, denim, twill, microfibers, and more! Each piece has a barcode sticker that will be automatically recognized with what material youre using and adjust to the preferred settings. It's as easy as 1-2-3. 2022 Laser Cut Life. It can accommodate material as thick as 1/2, but may require multiple passes or flipping the material over. (The passthrough slot is 3/8 and designed to accommodate materials up to 1/4 thick.). Is a laser machine the key to your next project? Fx';u~@3,@wQns eW>RY(>0W9H@f!jTEADd8oOmmSa6XwM7 Yz?j`7 B.? ?n$hi uc]4:Vd.o/8zeQ {&P7o8/mqh_#06V ?|7441%fPNBCa m*yK3) pTnWr. Create a new page in your graphic software. Items you NEVER want to cut with a laser: The maximum cutting size for the Glowforge Basic and Glowforge Plus models is 19.5 by 11. Return to Before You Buy A Glowforge for Additional Topics: Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Select your file at the laser, put your engraving material in the machine, shut the door, and press GO. 3 0 obj Your Glowforge can print objects using hundreds of beautiful materials like leather, acrylic, hardwood, fabric even chocolate! When laser engraved, many fabrics produce a great color contrast. x][o~70`j}= }]_O'/lgO7?~9iyGl(OGo==;=OwUe=X}{"[Sa__ ? %PDF-1.5 We recommend experimenting with a variety of fabrics and settings to find out which looks you likebest! Engraving heat transfer material eliminates the need for weeding and lets you create very intricate designs. Whatever it is you need to laser, we have a machine to fityourapplication. How about individual small items? endobj A laser machine will allow you to cut and customize leather coasters, etch canvas tote bags, and personalize fleece blankets, hoodies, and hats. Engrave leather bookmarks with a personal message, cut out appliques to make one-of-a-kind patches, and brand your company apparel with ease. Since so many fabrics and textiles are laser-friendly, incorporating this medium into your current product line can help open up new revenue streams. CLICK Here to SAVE up to $500 on a NEW Glowforge! <>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/Annots[ 9 0 R] /MediaBox[ 0 0 612.18 792] /Contents 4 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 0>> Explore additional materials, markets, and industries. Receive brochures and samples, and get more info from us or your local distributor. Combine cutting and engraving to create unique projects. Some plywoods and hardwoods emit hazardous fumes when cut, either from the wood itself being burned or the glue that was used to hold together the layers of the plywood. <> Glowforge offers acrylics, hardwoods, plywoods, draftboard, veneers, full-grain leathers, and more and the list is growing all the time. Fabric is a great material for laser engraving and cutting and the possibilities of what you can create go on and on. % stream For example, leather patches can easily be engraved with the laser and then cut to a specific size to fit on hats, backpacks, purses, etc. PVC including Vinyl and Pleather (emits chlorine gas), Materials that reflect the laser (Chrome or Copper). :V*5bRqO7)5M5em3(R2AW=NXp;&* ?~| S`oS}2AZsHQ>j(?n?GED]o4{jgR $4.q7O}~Qa~>;F4fAu>zU51yhNths3)YtG19[I We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites. Glowforge is not equipped to cut or engrave copper, silver, brass, or gold. Fill out the form below and we'll send you a full product line brochure, as well as engraved and cut samples made with our laser systems. Genuine leather is safe if its veg tanned, but not if its chrome tanned. 2 0 obj Nothing beats seeing the engraving and cutting results in person. Send your design to the laser. We'll send you a free brochure with engraved and cut samples to help you find out. In addition to directly engraving fabrics, a laser can also be used to engrave heat transfer material for a faster, cleaner, and less expensive alternative to silk screen printing. From leather to twill, cotton to fleece and so many materials in between, fabrics and textiles are quickly becoming a popular material to customize with a laser. And although they may seem delicate, many different fabrics can actually be directly engraved without diminishing the durability of the material. The laser willdotherest! Many fabrics lend themselves to both cutting AND engraving. Hi! Consider these machines for your fabric engraving needs, or take a look at ourfullproduct line. Nothing beats seeing the end product in person. Im Sarah, an LOCD Laser Obsessed Craft Designer. They guarantee that prints on Proofgrade material always work. Glowforge can etch some metals, like anodized aluminum, directly. Make sure to check out our Sample Club, which features an array popular substrates (including fabric), where you can find free design files and step-by-step instructions forworkingwithtextiles! Heat transfer material is also a popular substrate that can be both engraved and cut. Import or create your own custom design. endobj Watch the video below and check out the sample club page to read more about how we did it. Because of their incredible precision, lasers can cut even the most intricate of patterns into a variety of materials. Other metals, like stainless steel, work best if you spray them first with a product such as Cermark. Nothing beats seeing the engraving and cutting results in person. In the print driver youll select the laser parameters you want to use, or select a preset material setting from Epilogs extensive database. Is a laser machine the key to your next project? <> If you are using a Glowforge Pro machine, the maximum cutting size is 19.5 and infinitely long through the passthrough slot. Whatever application you have in mind, an Epilog Laser machine can help take your fabric or textiles project from concept toreality. Take a look at some other popular laser applications. Not only can you directly engrave a variety of fabrics, but you can cut them as well! Get a free brochure with engraved and cut samples sent directly to you. You can remove the tray and insert objects as thick as 2 (50 mm). <>>> My mission is to show you how fun &profitableowning a Glowforge can be! Get a free brochure with engraved and cut samples sent directlytoyou. All Rights Reserved. An Epilog Laser machine allows you to quickly and easily laser cut twill appliques, leather hat patches, pvc-free heat transfer material, andsomuchmore! Since our laser machines work pretty much like a standard printer, they keepyourworkflowsimple. Lasers are versatile machines that work with many materials and can be used to add a unique touch to nearlyanyproject. Glowforge performs well with many materials 1/4 and less on a single pass. Fleece and micro-fibers typically produce a darker look, while denim and sturdy cottons tend to result in an almost bleached appearance. We'll send you a free brochure with engraved and cut samples to help youfindout. endobj It can then engrave the surface up to 0.5, depending on the material. With a minimum bed size of 32" x 20", the larger workspaces of the Fusion Pro Laser Series let you engrave bigger products or many small items in one batch. Glowforge offers a line of materials that attempt to give you a no-hassle, fuss-free experience for cutting and engraving, called Proofgrade materials. Learn more in our in-depth article on Glowforges Proofgrade Materials. Whether youre customizing leather wallets, cutting heat-transfer material for personalized t-shirts, or etching fleece pullovers for a company retreat, Epilog systems are ideal for a myriad of applications involving fashion, fabric,andapparel. 1 0 obj Follow along. The Zing Laser Series is our entry level laser line, great for adding fabric engraving capabilities to your toolset. Textiles such as fleece, denim, and leather are exceptionally popular materials for laser customization, in both the cutting and direct-to-garment realm.

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