Engraving leather on the Lasermatic MK2

I took on a job that I probably should have passed on. No guts, no glory right? Finding settings for the MK2 to do the job. Using the jig panel makes the process less challenging.
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[@jf5336]

I just got my LaserMatic Mk2, based on your review and comments. Have never used a laser engraver/cutter before, so I am pretty stoked to start this adventure. Thanks for everything you do.

[@TheClackShack]

Learn lightburn and start out with easy projects. It won't take long. Enjoy

[@TheExtremeElementz]

@jf5336 how’s the laser coming along? Thinking about picking up an MK2 myself.

[@JaniLewisPaperCompulsions]

Looks very nice. It is actually good to see that even experienced laser cutters get nervous with projects that are unpredictable. I am new to this so I get nervous every time I try out a new material. 😅

[@TheClackShack]

I felt pretty good about getting acceptable results. I would have preferred having a tester but wasn’t an option. Thanks

[@larrystaas1940]

Great job, thanks for sharing. Just received my MK2 and this adds to future projects.

[@TheClackShack]

Have fun

[@gregwilsonnaturephotography]

It looks fantastic! He should be giving you a raise! Greg

[@TheClackShack]

Not likely, thanks

[@nipajhaveri434]

Turned out just fine. Looks great.

[@TheClackShack]

I really wish the leather was lighter

[@sicciful]

you have done a wonderful job with the roly MK2 just keep it up

[@TheClackShack]

Thanks

[@terrydriskel9731]

Fantastic Clack. Well done

[@TheClackShack]

Thank you kindly

[@aliasmeum]

Thank you for your videos on the Roly. I would really like to see a 20w and 30w engraving comparison on 10w modes. Some small text would be interesting. I am about to order mine now, but I have not decided on bying the 20w or the 30w module.

[@TheClackShack]

I only have the 10-30 watt. Maybe LAHobby guy

[@cliffgeter1105]

Glad you did not need to 'Hit The Bricks' looking for a new job!!!...Great Instructional on how to avert the Oh Sh--- 's....Love the content,,,c u Sunday...

[@TheClackShack]

Thanks.. See ya then

[@brianbell2101]

Looks pretty good…I’m just getting started with the Laser Matic MK 2, 30w.

[@TheClackShack]

It is a fun machine. It works well.

[@budgetmerch]

Can't possibly fire you for that; it looks really good. 👍

[@TheClackShack]

I got to keep my job…. Lol

[@trinafry1052]

Looks great! Congrats!

[@TheClackShack]

Thanks

[@naterife8871]

Nice! I had a cutting board give me fits the other day. Had to use the eraser (planer) twice. Found out the file, which was text I typed out in LIGHTBURN just would not work right. Thought my D1 Pro lost it's mind. Change projects and everything was ok? Have a great day.

[@TheClackShack]

It happens…

[@louvp57]

great job, i would have been very nervous about screwing it up

[@TheClackShack]

I have messed up so much stuff you get used to it.

[@jeremymiddleton3481]

How about a shop tour se we can see the differeent machines you have and how they are setup for exhaust and so forth. Thank you.

[@TheClackShack]

I have most of that info but it is in numerous videos. May have to put something together.

[@brentdoerksen5467]

What are you using in your machine? Is it the 20 Watt diode or 30-watt? I am looking at buying a laser engraver for mainly tumblers and slate coasters, wondering which one I should go for?

[@TheClackShack]

I have the 30 watt. I like it

[@rmgf1005]

Very nice !

[@TheClackShack]

Thank you very much!

[@beckysani7630]

Thanks for doing this with us. It was nice to see your process. What watt did you use 10w or 30w. How do you chose which option to use?

[@TheClackShack]

The 30, I only use the 10 if needing finer detail

[@beckysani7630]

Good to know thanks you for the info

[@joshuakaraffa8184]

Hey do you or would you use a small dry paint brush to brush the soot away instead of compressed air. Or do you avoid doing that especially with leather.

[@TheClackShack]

You could, I use compressed air. Less smearing

[@benjaminpastrana9662]

Hello🙌can you do a video cutting the leather? Thanks

[@TheClackShack]

Already have a few. Leather projects with laser engravers-xTool P2 kzbin.info/www/bejne/kGSvnHuVYrWpldU

[@martymeunier4862]

Can i ask what your favorite diode laser is and what brand do you recommend ? i currently hace an olm3.

[@TheClackShack]

I don't have a "favorite" technically. I like using the right machine for the job. It depends on what the job is, which machine I chose to use. Figure out what you want to do with it and pick based on the required options. Budget also is a big consideration. The machine that I like for one job may not be my pick for the next. They all have strengths and weaknesses.

[@stevedue4485]

Have you reviewed the IKier K1 Pro: 24W ? I have 3 lasers already, the only diode i have is the xtool f1, it has good definition on slate but need to be able to do bigger pieces of slate,and that is what i am looking for for this laser, I was thinking 20 Watt, S1 20 W is too much money imo when you can get something like the Ikier k1 pro. Thoughts?

[@TheClackShack]

No, Steve has. The machine is very similar to the Atzer L24.

[@beardedlocoswoodworks]

Great video every time. So what machine do you recommend from this one, the genmitsu gen L8 or we create in the 20 watt thanks

[@TheClackShack]

It depends on how comfortable you are with lightburn. The L8 is probably as good as the original 20 watt wecreat.

[@beardedlocoswoodworks]

@@TheClackShack what about between roli mk2 vs gen l8 ?

[@TheClackShack]

@@beardedlocoswoodworks they are similar machines but in my opinion, the Roly is constructed better. It also comes in a 30 watt. For tumblers, the Roly is a winner

[@beardedlocoswoodworks]

@@TheClackShackthank you sir. This helps a lot.

[@steven67856]

Hi clack would a brush work to remove the soot. Steven uk

[@TheClackShack]

Maybe, typically I use compressed air to avoid smearing. If you don't have a compressor, maybe a can of the compressed air for cleaning,

[@6creeder688]

It’s crazy how lasers differ in settings I run the new omtech 10w on leather every day @ 9000mm a min at 40power and it leaves a perfect engraving

[@6creeder688]

And your not but 3hrs away from me lol, I got to red level Alabama often to shoot PRS tournaments

[@TheClackShack]

Yea, I have to go much faster with the 30 watt or turn the heat way. Down. I would have been happier doing a full speed test but couldn’t on this job.

[@bigcountry734]

If cutting out a project, or engraving and I move the project but need to put back in the work area to fix or change something. how do I get everything back in the same position to start again

[@TheClackShack]

I responded to your email. If you didn’t jig or index it, it’s gonna be tough and risky. Assuming you saved the file, if you didn’t save the file, it will add another level of difficulty.

[@AnitaBlanks-b2x]

So now he can pay you it looks good

[@TheClackShack]

Thanks