EZCAD 101 | Everything you ACTUALLY Need to Know (EZCAD2 and 3!) BEGINNERS

In this laser engraving tutorial I share my complete beginner guide to EZCAD 2 and 3! Here's the most comprehensive guide I could throw together for you for GETTING STARTED with EZCAD. This guide is not for experienced users. It covers your DAY 1 learning curve to help you get up and running, learn the buttons and all of the absolute most basic features for setting up files and marking. I hope this complete beginners guide helps you on your laser journey - if it did leave me a comment below!
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0:00 - Intro - Overview
1:38 - Top Menus Overview
3:44 - Customizing Your Workspace
4:12 - Ezcad Plugins
4:54 - Draw a Shape
5:08 - Position / Scale
7:39 - Import a Vector
8:31 - Managing Groups
10:38 - Locking / Unlocking Objects
11:38 - Quick Mirror Object
11:51 - Undo / Redo
12:22 - Move / Magnify
13:27 - Object Alignment
15:05 - Transform, Rotate, Reflect, Scale, Shear
16:32 - Creating and Manipulating Text
18:57 - Basic Mouse Functions
20:25 - Barcode Tool
21:19 - Hatch Basics
22:03 - Hatch Parameters
27:35 - Mark Contour
27:57 - Line Distance Resize TRAP
29:14 - Assigning Pen Colors
30:24 - Managing Pen Colors
32:47 - Basic Parameter Settings
34:45 - MIN/MAX Jump Delay TRAP
35:18 - Managing Parameters in EZCAD
37:08 - Instant EZCAD Parameter Library
41:35 - Monthly Parameter Updates
42:50 - Note on EZCAD3
43:17 - Breathe
44:05 - More Resources
44:49 - FREE Discord Support
45:21 - Outro - Supporting the Channel
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[@chadanderson599]

Note: To modify pen settings beyond "pen 1" make sure all objects are not selected. If you want to change your "Mark Contour" or outline pen for an object, choose the colored blocks while an object is selected. This messed me up a few times. Great vid Alex!

[@LaserEverything]

Good tips ;) Thanks for adding them. We'll get this pinned.

[@jeffreyjulian4570]

I'm trying to change my pen settings to create a test grid and every time I change a new pen setting it changes all of them even though no other objects or pens are selected. Any tips?

[@RogueNinja98]

I am just now starting to get into this stuff and this video was great! Lots of useful knowledge that you laid out in way that is easy to understand. So far I am loving your content! Keep it up!

[@LaserEverything]

Thank you so much for watching it! I'm so glad it helped you and I'm really glad that you're here with us.

[@Entropy825]

As a brand-new user with zero experience with ezcad or galvo lasers, I REALLY appreciate this tutorial. Thank you.

[@LaserEverything]

Glad it helped! Thanks for watching!

[@peuterschmidt]

Absolutely amazing video, thank you so much. Just received my laser a few days ago. Will be getting my hands on your settings and excel file as I have a 60W and plan to swap to a 70x70.

[@lithgowlights859]

It was a very simple overview, and perfect for new users, thanks. Cant wait for the next one in the series

[@LaserEverything]

Thanks Lithgow glad you liked it!

[@kylegustaveson5345]

ALL the things (insert mind blown gif here), thank you Alex for sharing and all the detail you put in.

[@LaserEverything]

At your service.

[@machine2747]

Awesome video! Got my first fiber laser about two years ago and had to stumble through most of this on my own. Upgraded to a 50w a few months back and I'm still learning. Thank you so much for taking the time to do this. I learned a bunch!

[@LaserEverything]

So glad it helped you out, that's what I love to hear!

[@Jimmy-mj4wx]

Can u please help me

[@deathgamer78]

Thank you. your the only video i came across that actually explains hatching. Other videos just showed putting an already saved text. which being new to the lasering and engraving, i would always look for fill text as i didnt know what hatching is.

[@LaserEverything]

You're very welcome! Glad it helped you :D

[@robertf8918]

Just want to tell you that thanks to your channel I managed to purchase a great fibre laser straight from manufacturer, import it to Netherlands. Start it and calibrate everything. And 5min ago I engrave first piece of some scrap metal! The help and knowlage that you guys share is amazing!

[@lesleyhorde8326]

Hetzelfde hier! Laser zelf geïmporteerd en nu wachten totdat de machine er is. Probeer mezelf alvast in te lezen. Leuk te lezen!

[@robertf8918]

@@lesleyhorde8326 My one is already in NL since 4 weeks. I set everything according to this tutorial and it works perfect. Good luck with your one!

[@zmakes]

Hey great video dude!! Very thorough in the menus. Your work ethic is insane btw

[@LaserEverything]

Just tryin to help out. More to come ;)

[@BillyTheChamp]

I'm a total laser novice and purchased my first chinese laser, It arrived and I got it set up today. This video helped out immensely!

[@LaserEverything]

Awesome, so glad it helped you! We have a couple of other videos as well including setting up your lens finding your actual focal point, picking up extra lenses, and beginner artwork for engravers tutorials so definitely check those out too!

[@EdwinReyes-xr5rm]

i've been working with Corel 2018 and Photoshop CS6 for years. I stumbled onto your page because I needed to learn about my new 60w Fiber laser. Thanks for the video as I learned a couple of quicker ways to do thing.

[@harold3470]

Hey man. Thanks a lot for the content. Cant wait for more videos/lives on the Co2 galvo

[@LaserEverything]

Coming soon to a computer or phone near you!

[@seanoldfather8947]

Great job explaining the basics!

[@horsemanship101]

This is a great video for those of us who are just starting. Thanks for doing it so well.

[@LaserEverything]

Glad it was helpful!

[@evesmith149]

This was so incredibly helpful. Your tips have also helped me understand some of the CorelDraw features I didn't know existed. Big thanks!

[@LaserEverything]

Great to hear! Thanks for watching!

[@MrRdjhebs]

What level do you use to engrave/ mark tumblers with 30W fiber laser

[@rebelol]

This vid gave me hope, I was getting frustrated with my fiber laser. Thanks a lot!

[@LaserEverything]

Glad it helped!

[@armandr9978]

Thank you for this valuable information, keep up the good work! Regards from Cape Town

[@LaserEverything]

So glad you got value out of it, and thanks for watching!

[@pickeringautoandperformace8266]

Alex i want to thank you so very much for all you do for the Fiber laser owners ,iam the poster child to KISS i have had my 30w Fiber for about a month now and pretty much everything i have learned from massive You Tube Vids is yours you make things far better for us new owners i would venture that for every 10 Fiber laser units purchased 4 get left just setting because of the massive gap in understanding China based software and the fact we has Americans do not for the most part get much from a sound less video from over there. My supplier has been good to deal with even thou the time change is about 14 hour response time he helped me with some set up issues and corrupted EZCAD software that came with the machine... In todays world there are two many here on You Tube that just show off there laser skills with head banging back ground music newbies like me learn nothing from this... Laser Everything hands down has been my go to for learning what really is a steep learning curve for a average guy like me . I joined the discord not real sure how to use it and iam going to become a patreon member with you as the Parm lib would be such a big help for me as a Gun Smith of 24 yrs having example the P mag settings is big for me who wants to distroy 20 dollar Pmags learning. Again Alex and everyone behind Laser Everything thank you from the bottom of my heart.

[@LaserEverything]

Wow! Thank you! And thanks for watching 😊

[@tinytx]

Thank you for all your hard work!

[@LaserEverything]

Thank you! And thank you for watching 😊

[@genobisceglia5629]

Great video! Very helpful!

[@LaserEverything]

Glad it was helpful!

[@user-rv1uz9dj6t]

Hi, Thank you for this helpful video,

[@LaserEverything]

Thanks for watching!

[@JohnMaldonadoWaterIsLife]

Very helpful, thank you!

[@LaserEverything]

You got it!

[@j.bacher9253]

Wow! After trudging through the software for nearly a year and not really putting the equipment to proper use, I came across this video tutorial yesterday. Awesome. You've explained a lot in a concise, easily understood way. Thank you. Now, a question - our laser came pre-loaded with EzCad-Lite. 😞 Will we need to jump through a bunch of hoops to upgrade to a full featured edition? Thanks again!

[@indicaweatherspoon7313]

Super helpful video!

[@LaserEverything]

Glad you think so! :D

[@DM-lx4yu]

I like how I can still understand you at 2x speed :D Thanks for the video it really helped me.

[@LaserEverything]

Awesome, so glad you found it helpful - thanks for watching!

[@parkesphilip]

Thanks for all the effort on the channel bro, I've learned a lot!! would you know how to hatch and laser without it lasering the outline??

[@LaserEverything]

Uncheck "Mark Contour" and or "follow edge once*

[@rmoiii]

Lots of good information.

[@LaserEverything]

Glad you think so! :D Hope it helped ya!

[@mrmcgibblets9044]

Where did you learn a lot of this? I’m trying to get deep into this subject and am looking for more learning resources. Loved the video!

[@LaserEverything]

Mostly self taught over 8 years in the industry. Created the channel because there are a lack of resources out there for people. I will try to continue providing new ezcad related content for you!

[@nabil19861986]

Thank you bro alex

[@LaserEverything]

You got it!

[@Sergiodj453]

Thanks Alex! Looking forward to 102.

[@LaserEverything]

102 has kinda been broken up into a series of shorter videos on specific topics. If you haven't head to the main page of the channel and check out the "Lasers 101" playlist. Lots of good info in there.

[@chadraney7823]

Truly appreciate your videos! They have definitely helped me several times. I have a question...is there a way to pause or stop when you are engraving something? When I am using the rotary tool, there is a "Quit" button, but it doesn't work. Thanks

[@LaserEverything]

No way to pause but you can cancel the job with the Esc key on the keyboard. Very annoying bug. Thanks so much for watching my videos, so glad you like them!

[@kristoferadamsonofjohn3714]

Thank You

[@LaserEverything]

You're welcome

[@arhumhassan9080]

This is a really helpful resource Thank you very much for such a descriptive video. I was searching for EZCAD 102 that you mentioned, or more on EZCAD but couldn't find it. Can you please share with me the link. Thanks :)

[@LaserEverything]

We ended up doing a bunch of smaller more targeted videos instead of a compressed 102, check out the "Lasers 101" playlist on our youtube home page for the other episodes.

[@arhumhassan9080]

@@LaserEverything Much appreciated. Thanks mate, you're doing a good job. I will soon share with you how my experience was.

[@victorbrown3032]

I will be watching this video regularly! 😊

[@LaserEverything]

Good haha as many times as you need, hope it helps you!

[@victorbrown3032]

@@LaserEverything as a beginner (my fiber laser is supposed to arrive today) I’ve found your videos to be very helpful! Great presentation and information what I need at a speed that’s just right for me. Most guys are way too fast or not the right info.

[@LaserEverything]

I'm really glad its helping you and you're getting value out of it!

[@octavioe8957]

Not a member but willing to buy the file if possible senn all ur videos helped me so much i just got my laser last week and im just playing with is not as easy as i thought.. but seen this video and willing yo buy the file settings could help me a lot

[@LaserEverything]

We don't judge people that sign up and cancel as a one time thing, though any support your willing to give to the channel is appreciated. You can find everything over at masters.lasereverything.net/

[@octavioe8957]

@@LaserEverything cant seem to get the file i looked and cant seem to find them also became a member

[@robbinswonderlandcraftory7446]

I really like your video's you do a great job. I see you have the lightburn software on your laptop as well. Can you import lightburn files into ezcad.

[@LaserEverything]

You can export artwork from lightburn using their export to AI function and those files import nicely into ezcad.

[@maheswaran9727]

Thanks for your support, please let me know how to send automatically scanned QR code values in EZCAD.

[@emmanuelasante1006]

Hi, your video is pure gold. Thanks for it. I have a 20w fiber laser and I have realized that the speed parameter has disappeared. I think I have mistakenly turned it off. Can you assist me to get it back on the screen? Thanks

[@LaserEverything]

Thanks for reaching out Emmanuel, can you join the Discord to receive support? It's very hard to give advice without screenshots so I can see what's going on - there's a link in the video description!

[@emmanuelasante1006]

I have joined the Discord. Thanks

[@larrykent196]

Thanks, the term is firehosed. Not to much at once nice job.

[@polversonrobotics2595]

I love the exhaust system I see in your lab. Where did you buy it? thanks

[@LaserEverything]

It's built kinda from an amalgamation of parts from AC Infinity. I have a bunch of them linked in the buying guide: www.lasereverything.net/buyingguide

[@dgamdiseno247]

Awesome video, can you or someone in the community can help me with a question What can i do to increase the laser engraving speed on ezcad3 ? the less time that i can reach is 1:55 min

[@thorxiong5792]

Hi awesome video I have a question how do you enlarge the line on the logo to be thicker thank you

[@LaserEverything]

I wouldn't do it in ezcad. We have tutorials on inkscape, adobe illustrator and affinity designer. I'd check out one of those to do art prep and adjustments. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hp6ZoYqKrKmShLs

[@Pyromancers]

Thank you so much! Any chance of a how to for 3d engraving with ezcad? Using STL files?

[@LaserEverything]

We'll be talking about 3D engraving more when Lightburn is released later this month!

[@Peter_Bu]

this video can be used like quide for beginners for any fiber laser from china with ezcad, gj!

[@LaserEverything]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it Peter!

[@Peter_Bu]

@@LaserEverything I saw it like 15times, but everytime I found something new :D :)

[@LaserEverything]

@@Peter_Bu Awesome! :D

[@user-tu5dj6xr8c]

can you install and run ezcad with a fiber marking machine on a computer thats already running another laser cutter or must the computer for your fiber laser be a designated computer?

[@kristywebb7967]

Hi, thank you for the great videos I’m having trouble with my laser firing please assist

[@LaserEverything]

Hey Kristy, please join us on discord for advanced support, it's free! discord.gg/f88MnNpp

[@devkkkk]

Hi, Thank you for the Awesome tutorial. Can we connect EZCAD to SQL database & run storeprocedure to get data to EZCAD ?

[@LaserEverything]

That's a bit beyond anything we've gotten into, and I'm not sure on that. Ezcad does have some access to automation, but not something we've dove into. As a starting point, you may be able to utilize the variable text functionality.

[@user-qu4dm5ml5k]

amazing video! joined the LMA, do you know if there is a service i can PAY to get the template of color marking? i have the fiber laser parameter library but id love if i can do the same with color engraving, i have a jpt m7 60 e laser. thanks for all and any help!

[@TheBarbiieedoll3]

Alex I’m new to your site and been engraving the last 2 years on a boss older model until now. Not sure if the kind we have now. When finished engraving the name seems to be higher on the metal then originally marked, any ideas? It should engrave where I put it not higher. Thanks for your help.

[@LaserEverything]

I'd pop over to either the LE Discord or Facebook group so someone can take a closer look at this and get some more details. They're free to join and linked in the description.

[@solomonaminov8887]

Hi, Thank you for this helpful video, I have a 50w fiber laser, but I face a difficult to engrave silver 925, so what is the suitable parameters to engrave silver?

[@LaserEverything]

This video is for photos but some of these settings would work well regardless of what you're engraving. Check it out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iYCblmurmqd0q8k

[@corvetteflorida]

I've been playing around with my new 50 watt laser, and trying to figure out the hatching part. Some vector images I try seem kind of goofy when I hatch them, leaving blank spots where you really don't want them to be. So is it possible to more accurately control exactly what gets hatched and what doesn't? Also, referencing at 25:45 in your video. Doesn't the entry to Line Space need to be related to the size of the actual focused dot of the laser? And that is related to the lens you are using? For instance, a 70x70mm lens will have a focused dot of .016mm (depending on what chart I look at) while a 200x200mm lens will have a focused dot of .031mm. Using a line Space setting of 0.025 for both lenses will have the 200x200 hatching overlapping by 0.006mm, whereas with the 70x70 lens will have a .009mm gap between the hatching lines. Possibly insignificant, but if someone is using a 300x300mm lens with a focused dot of .050mm that could be a substantial difference. Or a matter of inconsequential differences? So I guess my question is, should that Line Space setting match the size of the focused dot of the lens you are using for best (more uniform?) results? edit: I had the figures reversed for the two lenses concerning overlap, and gap, so I corrected it. Duh....

[@LaserEverything]

1st: Sounds like you have some double lines in your vector. Outlines that appear twice or line segments hiding behind complete shapes can totally throw off your hatch. Try opening your artwork in a vector editing program like AI or Inkscape and ungrouping everything all the way down. Start deleting things to see if there are hidden lines or shapes. If you ever think you had to hit the delete key twice to delete a piece, you probably did and there are likely two of them. A faster way would be converting your vector to a bitmap at a high resolution and then using the image trace feature to retrace the artwork which should resolve any doubles issues you're having. 2nd: while you could set your workflow up so that you're always engraving perfectly spaced lines, in my work I've found a lot of materials really require the laser to hit the same spot multiple times in order to get a clean effective ablation. We use .025mm standard assuming it's necessary. I've had good luck with it but you aren't wrong with your assessment.

[@user-eg6yh7co7e]

Hi Alex tanks for your great work, I would like to know how to invert to 50w jpt.. I’m planning to order one.. and did u heard about bogong machinery?

[@LaserEverything]

I haven't heard of them. Are you trying to buy a new machine or upgrade one you already have? This is pretty high level so you may want to join our discord server for better support, here's a link: discord.gg/dvu8PFjW

[@user-eg6yh7co7e]

@@LaserEverything I’m trying to buy a new one. I’m in the jewelry industry, and I want to ingrave or cut silver or gold.

[@eddiesironworx6831]

Hi Alex, love the vids. Just became a member and still trying to figure out ezcad as far as saving a file. Once I create a program with all my parameters, how do I keep that whole file for later use? I've gone to save as is, then name it to my desktop but when I return to reopen it asks how to open and it gives me an example of "open with internet explorer" looking for any advice thanks Eddie

[@LaserEverything]

Hey Eddie, Windows doesn't associate ezcad save files with the software so you have to open the save file from within Ezcad. Open ezcad and click the Folder icon to open a file. Navigate to where you saved your ezd and open it from that context window instead.

[@eddiesironworx6831]

@@LaserEverything Alex, that Worked Awesome, you are a wealth of knowledge. As I said before your videos have helped me so much. Thank you

[@yjjjjjj429]

hi Alex, i would like to know the settings and parameters of making pad printing steel plate/ pad printing thin plate. Do u ever tried to make this before?

[@LaserEverything]

not familiar with pad printing but we do have general settings for steel. If you join the discord you can send a photo of what you're trying to accomplish and I can take a look and see. :)

[@akoolsen5455]

Is there a setting in variable text that would allow text on a curve with a base angle chosen (say 135) and also an angle range chosen to (say 90) for the characters to be a fixed height and spacing unless the text string needs to scale down to fit inside the angle range selected ?

[@swp466]

Hi Alex -- In the hatch settings, what's the difference between "Mark Contour" and "Follow Edge Once"?

[@zakeller]

I also wondered this

[@LaserEverything]

Honestly not sure, they seem to do the same thing when they're used. Not convinced there is a technical difference between them but I haven't looked it up in the manual either.

[@AIIZreviews]

Thanks for the video. I think it will help me but I have a problem with my new fiber laser I just got. I tried some tests on a piece of steel with a jpeg image of my makers logo and it worked great yesterday. Today, I tried the same image on other typrled of steels as well as my first practice piece and I noticed the laser stays red and doesn't burn the material away to engrave it. It does make a very light colored mark but that's it no matter how many passes I make. Initially I thought something was wrong with my laser but I tried to engrave text through the program and it engraved just fine. I don't recall changing anything significant in easycad but I have no idea what it could be to cause this. Any help would be much appreciated

[@uzmadurrani3155]

Hello, wanted to know where I can get comprehensive online training for EZCad 3 in English. Could you possibly recommend an online course to help me use a fiber laser properly

[@9gao948]

Thankyou

[@SuperRatss]

hey thx for this demo , what is the Hatch colors for, why would i choose red or blue or black pens , when laser engraving will all be colorless, ( when to use different color pens and whats the effect of it on objects, my 2nd question is about the angle ( from lense to the object it is 90 degrees right? ) so u said something like 45 & -45 can u educate us more about that coz im confused

[@LaserEverything]

pens are for if you want to use multiple settings on the same project, each pen color represents a different setting - doesn't have anything to do with the actual color of the mark. Also the angle between the galvo and the surface is 90 degrees, yes. The hatch degree setting refers to the direction the lines are engraved when the engraving is happening. 0 degrees would be left to right, 90 would be up and down 45 would be diagonal.

[@priosminimus6969]

I'll watch that later to the end...but do you have an idea of how to update the ?drivers? when changing from XP to WIN10 with EZCAD 14.11? The latter does not recognise "the dog" (=dongle=running laser machine) any more. The old computer still can operate the machine, so there's nothing defect.

[@Humamissa]

Hi, Thank you for this helpful video, but please I face a difficult to engrave (rubberized) materials such as light up power banks, pens. so what is the suitable parameters to engrave it clearly?

[@LaserEverything]

Highest frequency you can use, very fast speed. Fibers are not designed for plastic so you have to move very quickly and hit it very lightly otherwise it will melt

[@Humamissa]

@@LaserEverything Yes this for plastic, but some items comes with rubber layer on it, so I want to engrave this layer to appear the plastic. I hit it twice or three times to remove it, is there any other parameters to speed up this process?

[@LaserEverything]

I'd say you're doing it right.

[@LaurieBDesigns]

I have a questions. I just purchased a direct diode laser, for small item engraving, jewelry pieces. I was thinking about going your Patreon but wasn't sure since I have a different laser?

[@LaserEverything]

I haven't purchased a direct diode laser so I'm not so sure about their operation. While we'd always love support I'm not sure if our libraries would be of use to you.

[@LaurieBDesigns]

@@LaserEverything thank you! I will talk to manufacture about it...

[@MattYoungDeveloper]

If I am planning on buying the Mactron 50W JPT Fiber would there be any reason for me NOT to go with Easy Cad 3.0 vs. 2.0? I've watched as much as I can for now and haven't felt confident with my decision making level presently. Thanks.

[@LaserEverything]

Ezcad 2 is currently the only version of the ezcad controller that will be supported by Lightburns initial galvo release later this year. It's currently unclear when or if they'll ever support ez3. So if using lightburn with your galvo laser is important to you I'd grab an ezcad 2 board. Plus they're cheaper.

[@matesroparadays]

hi, i dont have the option show countour in the mark select panel, the one at the bottom. is there any way to activate it or make it appear in the panel or if its not there then i cant have it at all.

[@nicktodaro9061]

Sir, do you have anything on 3d engraving with grayscale bitmap file? I can't figure out STLs. I have a 50w fiber laser w/ezcad3 Nick

[@LaserEverything]

Not yet but planning some content on that later this year!

[@cerbomach7058]

have you made an advanced user Ezcad video? I wolud like to know if is possible to run 6 lasers machines at the same time controlling them using only one PC with one EZcad software? and how can I adjust the power of the engraving? Im working with a galvanized and painted metal sheet and I need to remove just the paint without removing or damaging the galvanized layer. Thanks for the help, I already saw a few videos of the chanel and had been very helpful!!

[@LaserEverything]

This is the first video in the series so I don't have anything more advanced out yet for you to watch but I'll be working on them as time goes on! Promise! Also I don't have six machines lol so I'm not sure if that's possible. If you want you should join the Discord - it's free and there's a lot of guys in there with big setups and good technical knowledge that might be able to point you in the right direction! discord.gg/DnJQ2yZf

[@cerbomach7058]

Awesome, I will join then, thanks a lot!

[@LaserEverything]

@@cerbomach7058 You're welcome!

[@zarbi123456]

Hi, I wanted to know if there is a good quantity of help about engraving photos if a subscription is made, and is there a minimum period that the subscription must last? Compliments on how easy you make everything seem!!!

[@LaserEverything]

The subscription is more about supporting the channel. All of the important info I try to make available for free here on the channel. I don't like hiding help behind a paywall :P Though you do get a bunch of bonus content there are many videos about photo engraving here on the channel for free. Check out "how to engrave photos on silver" or "ultimate gold engraving guide" to learn the basics of photos on most metals. Today we're also releasing photos on aluminum too!

[@LaserEverything]

Also no, the subscription to the LMA is Month to Month or Annual and you're in full control of how long you'd like to stay a member. Signing up supports me and the channel so I can keep making new content. You can find everything you need to know here: masters.lasereverything.net/

[@zarbi123456]

@@LaserEverything thanks buddy for your answer.

[@Badger285]

will it import CDR aka Coreldraw? great video....

[@premo2109]

Hey Alex, firstly thank you for helpful information. The issue I'm having is that I cannot hatch dxf's when I import them into EZCAD Lite. I can draw the same shape in EZCAD Lite and am able to hatch it. Please advise how I can solve this issue

[@LaserEverything]

It depends on how the dxf is being prepared. I would join either the facebook group or discord server for more info > Links in the description.

[@masagencyadv7412]

plz i need video for Silicone Wristband Bracelet setting & hatch my fiber laser 30w

[@LaserEverything]

Do you do many of these silicone wristbands? Have an extra? If so - send me one!

[@donr8245]

Can someone advise on how to mark a text string with a heart at the end? I have tried a bitmap for the heart and a text symbol. The bitmap option marks only the text string, the symbol option shows and marks a box with X (void I guess) and the text string. I am using Ezcad2. Thanks in advance.

[@leobelljr]

I am using the software Glaser that came with my Gweike G2 20 watt fiber laser. The program looks identical to Ezcad2. I am a member of mastereverthing. I downloaded the param file, however, it looks as though the configuration of glaser is different than Ezcad. Do you know which file should be replaced in order for the params to appear in the select from param dialog?

[@LaserEverything]

They're probably using a proprietary file format. If you run your downloaded file through the Shark Laser Param Converter on our website you should be able to export it as an excel file and input them manually.

[@stevenlangfield9120]

Question... If I want to upgrade from ezcad 2 to 3 do I need to prepare anything like saving my laser settings?

[@LaserEverything]

You'll need an ezcad 3 board inside your actual laser as the ez2 boards are not compatible. You may also need to upgrade your power supply. Finally you can copy the text out of your ezcad PARAM file and paste it into the one in your ezcad 3 folder. To my knowledge almost everything transfers flawlessly.

[@samhopkins8362]

Great video! My ezcad seems to be really slow and laggy alot of the time. Do you know why this may be or how to fix it? Thanks

[@LaserEverything]

Ezcad2 or 3? Ezcad2 was developed in 2009 and really is just a steaming pile of crap but we use it because we have to. There are some fixes in a version of the software we have on our Discord server. If you haven't already joined, go join there and ask about it and someone will be happy to link you. It's not a cure-all but it helps. Glad you're enjoying the content, thanks for watching :D

[@samhopkins8362]

@@LaserEverything thank you I will defo join. Its 2 we have. Are we better off with 3 then? Thanks

[@LaserEverything]

@@samhopkins8362 3 is certainly the better option but replacing your ezcad2 board with an ezcad3 controller board is AT LEAST a $1200 upgrade :/ so at that point like... that's half or a third of a new machine!

[@rafaelddp]

i want to put a roll of velcro material under the laser to cut shapes, using an automatic feeder, where is the fuction on the sofware for that? thank you

[@LaserEverything]

I haven't used an automatic feeder before but if you join the discord someone there may have used one. That's the best place to ask, link in the description :P

[@Just_An_Idea_For_Consideration]

Do you have any videos on using MOPA and what settings you recommend?

[@LaserEverything]

All of our settings on the channel can be used on a MOPA laser with 200ns pulse width. We'll hopefully be picking up a MOPA soon to showcase what they can do on the channel more specifically.

[@Just_An_Idea_For_Consideration]

Thank you for all of your replies to all of my comments. I am specifically interested in watching your videos on MOPA when you get one. Your videos are excellent!

[@Just_An_Idea_For_Consideration]

Also do you know where to get a 2.5D EZCad board and software? And can it be easily retrofitted into a system?

[@LaserEverything]

@@Just_An_Idea_For_Consideration Thanks, we'll have one sooner than later :)

[@LaserEverything]

@@Just_An_Idea_For_Consideration I'd join the discord, it's a better place to cover more complicated topics like that: discord.gg/DGcnRDSX

[@RickyMidas]

Is there a way to lock a text box to specific x y coordinates. So if you edit text and add lines it still locks it there in the centre.

[@LaserEverything]

If you get text centered where you want it you can 'center justify' the text in the ezcad text options like you would in microsoft word or other word processors. Doing so should accomplish what you're asking for. Will be on the left hand side of the window under text properties when you have the text selected.

[@benchmarksignsandgifts]

So you have to have design software to create designs in and then import them into ez cad design software?

[@LaserEverything]

Precisely, Ezcad is really not intended to be design software.

[@kevinescobar8159]

hey. When I insert an image png with transparent background, the Software would have a white background that gets also layered on the material. How can I remove the background on the software? Or any suggestions? Thank you

[@LaserEverything]

In the "Bitmap Properties" window on the left with the image selected click the 2nd "Extend" button and make sure "Disable Mark Low Grey Point" is checked with a value set to 1 and it will ignore all white.

[@kevinescobar632]

@@LaserEverything alright thank you for your help. I’ll try that and hopefully it works.

[@markwrichards]

I am a laser newbie and this video has been invaluable. Thank you. Right now I am experiencing an issue where EzCad will crash when I try to import a vector file or bitmap. No warning message that the file isn't compatible. It literally just closes the program. Any ideas why or how to fix?

[@LaserEverything]

yeah mark, you are trying to import a modern AI file. You actually need to save your AI files as AI version 8, then they should import no problem! Definitely recommend joining our discord community as well here's a link for ya - great for getting quick support on questions like this! discord.gg/J8FevEJk

[@markwrichards]

@@LaserEverything invite accepted. Thank you. Ended up having success with an SVG file. I think our AI file of our logo had some...um...issues! Even saved in an older format.

[@LaserEverything]

@@markwrichards Noted! As long as you got it working!

[@angelabailey37]

50W fiber laser attempting to create a QDR code with 3 lines of data, part #, a sequence line for serialization, and last night a date line. I am laser engraving on a black delrin plastic, what is the best settings for the laser? Not having luck in the QDR code being able to be read by a scanner.

[@LaserEverything]

Hey Angela, here's a recommendation from one of our Laser Master Academy members: Standard hatch, 0.04 line space, 3500mm/s 30%power (20w) 20 khz, loop count 5 😀

[@angelabailey37]

Thanks I will give that a try

[@danielraymond5411]

Can someone advise how to combine and mark text plus a heart at the end of the string? I have tried a bitmap for the heart and a symbol. The bitmap option with text marked only the text. Using a heart symbol converts the symbol to a box with an X. That prints the text and the box with X. There must be a trick to this. Thanks.

[@7DoubleO]

When I join patron : and down load parameter library (30w 110mm x 110mm) will it work with your library. IF I have a 30w 150mm x150mm ??????? or do I need a new Lenz or ???

[@LaserEverything]

The spreadsheet included with the parameter files converts the settings for your laser and lens

[@7DoubleO]

@@LaserEverything thanks love the help you are a great teacher

[@LaserEverything]

@@7DoubleO So glad to hear that :D

[@publiogidoni5724]

Need help making a decision on purchasing a fiber lazer.

[@LaserEverything]

Check out the Discord Server or Facebook Group, links are in the description :)

[@tomhall5164]

Sorry if I miss it, but how do you lock a line horizontal? Thank you!

[@LaserEverything]

Do you mean hatching? Or drawing with the line tool?

[@tomhall5164]

@@LaserEverything While using the line draw, press ? to maintain a horizontal line. I've done this before but can't remember what I did. Thank you!

[@erikavandenberg1142]

Alex this is all new to me... i need to know how to get the red lines back to show me where i need to place the plate to print on , Please can you help ?

[@LaserEverything]

Your red laser is just totally gone? Drop some pics of your setup, digital workspace and results on the facebook group or discord server so we can take a closer look. Links in the description.

[@PrincipleCaliber]

How do I subscribe and get your library? I can't find you on Patreon.

[@johnguillermo7610]

Can you help me? We had everything was working fine and and one of my people shut down the ezcad and now everything in our files is SUPER LARGE. What do we do to get it back to normal?

[@johnnylgulledge6899]

For new laser user getting started, do I need Lightburn or Ezcad 2 or 3?

[@LaserEverything]

I would get Ezcad 2 because only ezcad 2 boards will be supported by the upcoming Lightburn for Galvo lasers.

[@lasermark1216]

I've a question to you. Someone told me that if i use high speed like 9000 mm/s or 15000 mm/s it'll damage my galvo head is it true? i use high speed coz i need to engrave Led Bulb everyday around 5000 pc. So could you plz answer my question so i can alert Thanks.

[@LaserEverything]

I can't comment on damage per se. I almost never run the machine at those speeds except for experiments for channel research. When I do it's infrequent and for short amounts of time. I couldn't say what the effect will be on the galvo head over extended periods. Most galvo heads are only accurate up to about 4,000mm/s and many of them are only rated for absolutely maximum inaccurate use at 7-10kmm/s. Results at that speed are unreliable at best. Anything above that and you're really pushing the motors harder than their designed to go. I dont think damage is out of the question but I can't say one way or the other with any certainty.

[@elijahellison5904]

I want to learn how to upload images, and trace the images when hitting (f1 mark) instead of just a square showing up. Do you have a video for that topic?

[@LaserEverything]

We cover a good portion of image work in our 2 part photo guide series, as well as any one of our art prep for photo engravers episodes (we cover several art programs, so pick the one that fits you best, they'll appear on our channel if you search if for "art prep"). In addition, you'll also want to utilize the mark low gray point option in the extended bitmap menu that appears when you import a photo. Photo guide Part 1: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e3OXYYZsdqqJrac Photo guide Part 2: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nnmaZWeoqdRoq6c

[@niteshupadhyay7587]

Best settings for glass printing

[@CAgrampa1999]

I recently received a Diaotu 50watt fiber laser and I’m having problems getting the machine to engrave I have the outline and everything but I don’t know how to hit the start button as it were

[@LaserEverything]

For the best support please check the links in the description to our discord or facebook group. There you can share screenshots and photos that will make it much easier for us to provide assistance :)

[@CAgrampa1999]

I recently contacted Diaotu who for assistance I had them correct my issue through TeamViewer it took them a little bit of time to figure it out but they finally corrected my issue and my machine works great

[@yankmachain_gunfighter]

Hello, what is the difference between ezcad2 and ezcad2 lite? I can't seem to find this information anywhere... Thanks!

[@LaserEverything]

Not much, some artificial limitations imposed in software. Contollers have some differences on how they handle extension axis controls but it's specific to the board. EzLite doesn't have any wobble and handles jump delays a little differently than Ez2. Most differences will be rectified with lightburn when released.

[@alharramautowzd1062]

Which is the best fiber laser engraving machine in 2022. Ho solve all salutations of metals everything.

[@LaserEverything]

My favorite is still currently probably the 50w LP or 60w M7 from Mactron, links to their store in the description. Really love the company. SFX also makes good machines which you can grab off amazon. Links to those in the buying guide over at www.lasereverything.net/buyingguide

[@davidjeep6543]

ok seen some were 90.for the year ??do i just post my card number here an that wil get me a kay to the settings

[@LaserEverything]

oh no please don't post your card number publicly on youtube. All of the downloads and bonus stuff is available through our supporter website over at masters.lasereverything.net/

[@therowdyrobot6511]

A friend of mine is trying to use EZCad to open my Stl model so that he can use his engraver to apply it to his metalwork. But the EZCad software crashes every time he tries to open the Stl. I heard that EZ cad doesn’t like stls but that there might be a plug-in to help. Would you be able to suggest something?

[@LaserEverything]

Is it ezcad 2? I haven't heard of a plug-in that will help with that specific issue. Ezcad 3 will work with STL images on 3D laser marking machines but that's a pretty uncommon setup.

[@Bend1m]

I also set „Jump Speed“ to 500 and small details are more crisp.

[@LaserEverything]

Yes we have a whole video on that :)

[@Bend1m]

@@LaserEverything do you have the link to the video?