Notes
Clear acrylic is the hardest for diode lasers. 20W barely cuts 3mm clear — use cast acrylic only.
Tips
Diode lasers struggle with clear acrylic — the 450nm beam transmits rather than absorbs. Cast acrylic cuts better than extruded. Try masking with transfer tape.
Details
Clear acrylic is the hardest for diode lasers. 20W barely cuts 3mm clear — use cast acrylic only.
Cutting
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| Cut 3mm | 800 mm/min @ 100% × 3-4 passes (marginal) |
Engraving
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| Engrave Fill | 4000 mm/min @ 50% |
Notes
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| Material Note | Black acrylic cuts 3× easier than clear with diode lasers |
Tips
Diode lasers struggle with clear acrylic — the 450nm beam transmits rather than absorbs. Cast acrylic cuts better than extruded. Try masking with transfer tape.