Hi, Everyone. Happy New Year!
I have the Epilog Zing entry-level laser cutter that they rate at 30 watts. However, I've noticed that Epilog and the more reputable laser companies tend to underrate their machines rather than overrate them, so I suspect it's closer to 40 watts.
I have cut only plastics with this machine so far (Delrin, Acrylic, etc.), so this will be my first time cutting wood.
I have Baltic Birch sheets in both 1/8" and 1/4" thickness. For my project, I would prefer to use the thicker material, if possible.
A couple quick questions:
1) Should I be able to get through the 1/4"-thick material no problem with my 30-watt Epilog laser?
2) If so, what settings do you think might work best, or what settings have you used for a similar type of job?
The official Epilog manual suggests the following settings:
Wood: Cherry/Alder/Walnut -- Vector Cutting:
1/8" thick = Speed 70%, Power 70%, Frequency 500
1/4" thick = Speed 15%, Power 100%, Frequency 500
Thanks Very Much,
Scott M.