Diode lasers should be able to carve like this. However, beyond the laser type, it will depend on whether the software of that laser can produce a relief mode or 3D effect, where the software tells the laser to change the power for every pulse based on the shade of grayscale. Check with your manufacturer to see if they have a relief mode or a 3D mode to achieve this effect.

This was laser processed using a Speedy 360, 80-watt laser: www.troteclaser.com/en-us/laser-machines/laser-engravers-speedy-series

The process with Copilot is precisely the same. Copilot is using the same "Dall.E" image generator that was used in this video; it is just built into Microsoft Bing. Just open it up, type in that you want to create a "3D bas-relief image in greyscale," and tell it the image details!

It can only remove the mirror coating from a glass mirror so the light can come through; a C02 laser cannot cut glass. If the mirror is made from acrylic, it can cut that kind of mirror.

Adjust the speed of a 120-watt laser from 50% on an 80-watt up to 65%, leaving all the other settings the same; this will speed up the process and account for the increased laser wattage to produce the same effect! Happy AI 3D laser carving!!!!!! -Laser Dave

I am super excited to find out!!!

So nice

This Project uses the Speedy 360 80-watt laser machine; however, any C02 laser made by trotec will create this application.

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You're a pretty optimistic individual

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Make sure "Ordered Dithering" is turned on, the laser power is high enough, and the speed is low enough to make an effect; if it still does not work, please go to our user portal at mytrotec.com and submit a support request so they can investigate.

Glad you enjoyed it

Any masking will work, and we use TrasferRite Ultra Brand High Tac Transfer tape in this video.

Yes, you can; it works the same way. I have done this as large as 12"x 12", but I am certain there is no limit if you have the patience; just use a respirator with traditional resin.

Have fun!

I am working on a new, much faster version of this application now; stay tuned!

A damp cloth will remove some of this, but the key is to not overpower the laser so that it does not leave any scorch marks if possible. Should you be cutting thicker leather, you must mask the leather surface to protect it from the heat.

I’m using the laser to cut out my business logo in leather. It has some inside small corners which I can’t get to, which is why I ask. I’ll adjust power to see if that helps but frankly considering a different machine that has a blade, eliminating the whole scorch issue. I’m also going to wet the leather somewhat but also reluctant as it’s dyed, so afraid of colour removal. In a dilemma!

Most examples are sped up to 3 times the normal speed for this video

You are correct, but scanning the tool was slower, requiring more time to trace around it in the design software. When manually drawing the outline by hand it created a perfect offset, and then that drawing was scanned and quickly center traced, as shown in the video.

@@TrotecLaser There is no need in tracing it. You can select it with a magic tool then convert selection to a line voila. You have a more precise line with out additional work.

These are not hobby-grade laser machines; they are commercial and industrial-grade lasers that start around $8,500, which can make this application. Trotec Laser machines are high-performing production machines designed to create consistent revenue.

Ruby can create Markers by pushing the "F8" ket in the Prepare screen. Ruby is not a "Playful simple software." As you state, Ruby has far exceeded the old JobControl Software in its features and capabilities, providing hundreds of features that cannot be achieved in JobControl. Please see this link for updated training on Ruby to see all the features that are now possible, like Print merge, tracing, Nesting and Graphic editing, and so much more: www.mytrotec.com/us/rubybasics/

@@TrotecLaser Whow!! You are right. With "F8" I can really set markers. Now I'm curious if still the atmos filter will start when only moving the laser head to the markers like it happens in Jobcontrol and Rayjet Manager. Funny that the Trotec staff in Germany and even the sales personal from Austria on the "Drupa 2024" didn't know it and say they don't support markers any more. I really ask for that at the fair. Maybe because there is no Icon for that. I know that even in Job Control and in the Trotec Rayjet Manager is a lot of hidden prompts that a nowhere described and mostly unknown. One example: to change movement speed of the laser by the hard buttons for adjustment, you can switch by "2x press ALT and 1 time press STRG/CTRL - than it goes slow, slower or faster) and similar tricks.

Sorry, we are unfamiliar with this brand and cannot provide you with any settings. Keep Trying. It should work, or contact some user forums to see if anyone has tried this on an X-Tool. Good luck!

Are you not sure how to answer your question? This video is a walkthrough on exactly how to create a jig for pens.

Settings will vary based on the brand of doormat you use. It may be an issue with the wattage being lower than the machine tested in the video. We did not try lower wattages, and it is possible that it may not work with only 50 watts. I would try it at 100% power, 20% speed, and 250DPI, and as shown in the video, keep trying new settings until you get the effect you want to see.

We usually save a few versions back, but if it does not open because your version is older, use the PDF format provided and import it; PDF is a generic vector format that will import into any version of CorelDraw.

@@TrotecLaser got it - thanks. Since the LED is about 12 feet long, does Corel give a way to measure the distance of any given letter path? It would be bad to find out the lighting is an inch or two short to cover all the letters.

There is an included PDF format, which is a generic vector format that can be imported into almost all graphic software.

Glad you enjoyed it!

That is challenging because rub 'n buff will not work this way on anodized aluminum, as it is a porous ceramic coating and not polished, so the rub 'n buff will color the entire surface if you try this and you cannot mask it because a fiber laser will not engrave the paper masking because of the wavelength. The only thing that I can think of is to spray the anodized aluminum with a clear polyurethane (possibly two coats) to seal the porous surface, then engrave it with a fiber to mark the anodized aluminum, and then use rub 'n buff or oil-based paint to rub in color. - Laser Dave

@@TrotecLaser Ohhh that all makes sense! Thank you for getting back to me. This project has been something else for sure. I think I will try the Poly to see how that works! THank you so much! Tara

Yes, the woods are stated in the video; this main image is engraved and cut from cherry wood.

Laser settings will depend on the thickness of the acrylic and the wattage of the laser you are using; please refer to your materials database for your specific parameters.

We have not tried this with leather, but since this is flexible, it may work. Give it a try!

With some brands, that is true. However, we use a ceramic core in our lasers. Because of this, they can easily handle full laser power whenever needed. Ceramic allows for better cooling, faster laser pulse time, and overall better performance, virtually eliminating the issues seen in other brands.

You are correct; this process would not work well with transparent acrylic because you will see the residue from the double-sided adhesive between the layers. I recommend a frosted or opaque acrylic. The second layer cannot be transparent or opaque to hide the wire as it ties together on the back.

Sure thing! www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/gdcjbikxwxbp45ve202fe/Goat.jpg?rlkey=0nmazk9jor6k1ze1ed41u9ptx&dl=0

You're very welcome!

I can not see why a clear front cover would be needed, but you can do this if you like.

This was run on a C02 Laser, Trotec Speedy 360 machine.

You will need to contact your manufacturer for settings as we do not make a 1.6w diode machine.

Any Co2 laser machine we make will cut the wood.

Run three passes on your Trotec laser with relief mode turned on

You are correct that PVC is harmful to the laser. However, these are not made from PVC; here is the product links: Yoga Block:a.co/d/eAkm1om. Yoga Matt:a.co/d/9rispYF

Job Control will indeed be phased out, but if you like the old software, it will always continue to work for you; you will just no longer see any feature updates in Job Control.

Yes, Job control will work with this process.

We do not do work as we make the laser machines, but you can reach out, and we will provide you with a local customer who can do the work for you. 866-226-8505

@@TrotecLaser thank you!

That may be possible, but we did not test that scenario.

The brand and color you use can make a huge difference; make sure to test with Black and also make sure you engrave deep enough into the materials so there is enough powder coating in the engraving; you can also engrave it out and place it in the powder coating and wipe the surface clean then use a heat gun to melt the powder coating in place of the out of focus laser.