Usage and Operation Archives

How to Quickly Make an Engraving Fix

Using Epilog's IRIS camera to increase depth or improve engraving!

Isolate Text This initial engraving looks good, but the text portion could be deeper! We can isolate the text to improve the result. Turn off the camera. Ungroup your artwork. Select the text and Separate by Selection. You’ll see two processes listed now. Turn off the photo process. Adjust Settings (...)

03/31/2025

Use Print Merge to Customize Multiple Items

Learn to use the print merge feature in CorelDRAW to easily distinguish and engrave multiple items at once.

Import Data Here we have a series of name badges to engrave and cut on the laser using print merge. First we’ll need to pull in the list of names. Select File > Print Merge > Create/Load Print Merge Click Import File and navigate to your .csv, .rtf, or (...)

03/31/2025

Precisely place artwork using the IRIS Camera

Learn to fit a graphic to a knife blade shape in minutes.

Artwork Setup Here we have a graphic we want to engrave on a blade of knife, which we can do by using the camera. In the Laser Dashboard, using the camera, we can see the knife blade placed in the laser. Start by clicking the Copy Background Image (...)

04/30/2025

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 (...)

04/01/2025

Removing Adhesive Backing from Acrylic

Quick tip on how to simply remove adhesive backing.

Spray Backing Spray the adhesive backing with Pure Citrus air freshener and let it sit for 30 seconds. Peel Backing Now the adhesive backing should be quick and easy to remove from your acrylic. Wipe Clean Wipe off the remaining residue and you’re ready to engrave or (...)

03/31/2025

Updating the Peripherals

How do I update the peripherals in the Fusion Maker, Edge, Pro, and Galvo?

Peripheral updates ensure optimal performance and communication between the engraver’s programmable components by installing the latest firmware and configuration files. Programming the Peripherals On the display panel, tap the gear icon in the upper-right corner to open the Settings menu: Figure 1: Access the Settings menu by tapping the gear (...)

03/31/2026

Carriage Optics Removal and Installation

How do I remove and install the carriage optics in my laser?

Proper removal and installation of the carriage optics in the Fusion 17000 laser system are essential for maintaining optimal performance and precision. This guide provides step-by-step instructions for safely removing and reinstalling key components, including the mirror, lens tube, and air assist tubing. Following these procedures ensures that the optics (...)

04/09/2025

220VAC Power Connections: Core End Type and Photo

What type of power cord do I need to run on 220VAC?

Epilog’s laser systems are equipped with auto-switching power supplies that accommodate input voltages ranging from 110 to 240 volts at 50–60Hz. We recommend using a dedicated 15A circuit breaker regardless of the operating voltage to ensure stable and reliable performance. For Systems Operating on 220V in the United States The (...)

05/21/2025

Different Marks You Can Achieve with a fiber laser

How can I get different mark types on metal using a fiber laser?

There are many different applications or finished “looks” fiber laser systems were designed to achieve. All of these looks are created using various speed, power, frequency and focus settings on the fiber laser system. Having an open-architecture system allows manufacturers to more quickly create exactly the mark they need because (...)

03/31/2025

How to Laser Engrave and Cut Fabrics

How does fabric cutting and engraving work with the laser?

Fabric is quickly becoming a very popular material for both engraving and cutting. Natural fibers, as well as synthetic fabrics, are often cut and engraved with fantastic results with a laser system. This article will give an overview of some popular engraveable fabrics, as well as some fabrics we’ve learned (...)

03/31/2025

Easily Remove Engraving Residue from Wood

How can I remove sticky residue after engraving wood?

If you’ve ever run your laser at low speed and high power, you’ve seen the results – sticky sap and varnish covering the areas you’ve already engraved. We wanted to share a product we’ve found that quickly cleans up all of that extra residue, leaving a clean, crisp engraving. Using (...)

03/31/2025

Mirror Engraving

Can I engrave mirrors with my laser?

Mirror engraves beautifully with a CO2 laser and allows you to create different effects depending on which side of the mirror you are etching. Read on to learn more. In this photo we’ve engraved half of the mirror on the front of the mirror and the other half on the (...)

03/31/2025

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How to Quickly Make an Engraving Fix

Use Print Merge to Customize Multiple Items

Precisely place artwork using the IRIS Camera

Creating a 3D Sphere Design for Laser Engraving

Removing Adhesive Backing from Acrylic

Updating the Peripherals

Carriage Optics Removal and Installation

220VAC Power Connections: Core End Type and Photo

Different Marks You Can Achieve with a fiber laser

How to Laser Engrave and Cut Fabrics

Easily Remove Engraving Residue from Wood

Mirror Engraving