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Cleaning Your Optics

Cleaning Your Optics

Cleaning your lens and mirrors is an essential part of routine maintenance.

Remove Side Panel To begin the optics cleaning procedure, shut off the laser and remove the power cord from the machine. Remove the left side panel by removing the three screws on the side of the machine. Remove the screw on the back of the machine. Remove the left side (...)

Cleaning Your Optics

Cleaning Your Optics

Cleaning your lens and mirrors is an essential part of routine maintenance.

Remove Left Side Panel To begin by the optics cleaning procedure, start by shutting off the laser and remove the power cord from the machine. Remove the left side panel by removing the four Phillips head screws on the side of the machine and the two screws on the (...)

Cleaning Your Optics

Cleaning Your Optics

Cleaning your lens and mirrors is an essential part of routine maintenance.

Move X-Axis Assembly To start the optics cleaning procedure, with the machine powered on, use the control panel to scroll down to ‘Jog.’ Then use the joystick to move the x-axis assembly toward the middle of the machine to provide you easier access to the lens assembly and mirrors. Shut (...)

CO2 Laser Alignment – Fusion Pro 32 & 48

CO2 Laser Alignment – Fusion Pro 32 & 48

How do I align the CO2 laser in the Fusion Pro 32 and 48?

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CO2 Laser Alignment – Zing 24

CO2 Laser Alignment – Zing 24

How do I align the CO2 laser in my Zing 24?

Estimated time: 60–90 minutes • Skill: Advanced This guide outlines the procedure for aligning the laser beam inside the Epilog Zing 24 engraver. Following these steps will ensure the optics are properly aligned for consistent laser performance and engraving quality. SAFETY GLASSES REQUIRED: Always wear safety glasses or protective eyewear (...)

Color Management Settings CorelDRAW X5, X6, X7

Color Management Settings CorelDRAW X5, X6, X7

How do I adjust the Color Management Settings in CorelDRAW to Eliminate Pixelated Engravings?

Some of our users have reported unsatisfactory engraving results when using CorelDRAW. We believe this is caused by certain Color Management settings, which can result in a “pixilated” output when using the color black or when using the Color Mapping feature (see image below.) This issue can be resolved by (...)

Converting Vector Artwork from CMYK to RGB – CorelDRAW

Converting Vector Artwork from CMYK to RGB – CorelDRAW

How do I convert my vector artwork from CMYK to RGB using CorelDRAW?

This article will go through the steps to convert vector artwork from CMYK to RGB in CorelDraw. Start by selecting all of your artwork with the Pick Tool (CTRL + A). Next open the Replace Objects Wizard, by selecting Edit / Find & Replace / Replace Objects from the drop-down (...)

Creating 3D Artwork

Creating 3D Artwork

How to create 3D artwork for the laser

Click here to see a walk-through video on how to create 3D artwork for the laser.

Creating a 3D Effect With the Laser on Acrylic and Glass

Creating a 3D Effect With the Laser on Acrylic and Glass

How can I use the laser to create a 3D effect on glass and acrylic?

1) This 3D effect will work for any block style font and many other types of shapes, but for this exercise we are going to apply the effect to the letter “E”. Start with a capital letter “E” to the specifications below. Font: Arial Black Size: 310 pt Convert to (...)

Creating a 3D Sphere Design for Laser Engraving

Creating a 3D Sphere Design for Laser Engraving

Create a spherical look using Adobe Illustrator’s 3D Revolve feature.

Setup the Artwork Here we have a snowflake design that we’ve replicated in an offset grid pattern to be transformed into a 3D sphere design. Select the design and drag it into the Symbols tab. Name the design And set the export type to graphic. Delete the (...)

Creating a Multiple Name Badge Layout using Print Merge

Creating a Multiple Name Badge Layout using Print Merge

How do I create a PhotoLaser Plus file with a name badge layout using print merge?

One of the most common questions we receive is regarding name badge layout. Although it looks easy, finding a quick way to create multiple name badges can create some major complications. Since working with PhotoLaser Plus, we’ve discovered a great benefit of the software is that it does an excellent (...)

Creating a Quick Bounding Box for the Red Dot Pointer

Creating a Quick Bounding Box for the Red Dot Pointer

How can I preview the area where I am going to engrave?

When we’re running custom engraving jobs, there is nothing better than combining our features of Red Dot Pointer and Center-Center Engraving to quickly position the product. While at the MakerFaire in San Mateo we were providing custom engravings on cell phones and laptops and found ourselves repeatedly using a tip (...)

Creating a Readable Barcode on Stainless Steel

Creating a Readable Barcode on Stainless Steel

Two ways to etch a stainless steel tag with a readable barcode.

Barcode Readability We have a design for a barcode to be engraved on a stainless steel tag. The issue is that barcodes are very difficult to scan when engraved on highly reflective metal. We’ll walk through two solutions to this issue. Polished Barcode Solution For the (...)

Creating a Serial Tag with Variable Data in PhotoLaser Plus

Creating a Serial Tag with Variable Data in PhotoLaser Plus

How do I create a serialized tag in PhotoLaser Plus?

Did you know you can use the badge layout tool in PhotoLaser Plus to create serial tags with variable data? It’s a quick and easy way to create a serialized tag system that can be engraved and cut with the laser. In this article we’ll be looking at how to (...)

Creating a Skateboard Jig in CorelDRAW X5

Creating a Skateboard Jig in CorelDRAW X5

How can I create a custom jig to hold a skateboard for laser engraving?

Because of their large work area and laser-friendly material, skateboards are becoming a fast favorite for custom engraving. While the task can seem a bit challenging, we’ll show you how, with just a few supplies from your hardware store you can create a very useful jig that will hold your (...)

Creating a Vignette in CorelDRAW

Creating a Vignette in CorelDRAW

How can I create a photo vignette using CorelDRAW?

If you’re looking for a more sophisticated look when cropping and engraving photos, consider a vignette – a cropping technique that produces a soft, feathered edge that is very appealing. In order to create a vignette, it is necessary crop the image first. When cropping a photo in PhotoPaint or (...)

Creating an Appliqué

Creating an Appliqué

How can I create an applique with the laser?

With a few easy steps you can create your own custom cut appliqué out of two-ply twills! Follow these instructions to see how we’ve taken a piece of clipart and optimized it to create this stunning design! First, ungroup the entire image. Next, we need to add an outline around (...)

Creating City Maps (CorelDRAW)

Creating City Maps (CorelDRAW)

Learn how to source and prepare artwork for cutting and engraving city maps using CorelDRAW.

City Map Image Capture Start off by visiting snazzymaps.com to create a custom city map for laser engraving or cutting. Creating an account is not required, but if you are interested in creating different city maps for customers or friends, signing up will give you the ability to save map (...)

Creating City Maps (Illustrator)

Creating City Maps (Illustrator)

Learn how to source and prepare artwork for cutting and engraving city maps using Adobe Illustrator.

City Map Image Capture Start off by visiting snazzymaps.com to create a custom city map for laser engraving or cutting. Creating an account is not required, but if you are interested in creating different maps for customers or friends, signing up will give you the ability to save map locations (...)

Creating Custom Shaped Artwork

Creating Custom Shaped Artwork

Learn how to create custom-shaped artwork using the Epilog Laser Dashboard.

Let’s start creating your custom shaped artwork by placing your part on the table of the laser. Then bring the part into focus using the focus menu. Once the red dot pointer aligns with the vertical line, your part is in focus. For this tutorial will be using CorelDraw as (...)

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