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Laser Cutting and Engraving |
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With this technology we are able to cut, mark and engrave with millimetric precision on numerous materials including acrylic, felt, leather, cotton, wood, paper, cardboard, neoprene, cork, etc.
We can provide one-off items to mass produced parts depending on the client's requirements.
We normally laser cut and engrave for model-makers, architects, graphic designers, industrial designers, stylists, decorators, engineers, and students.
Some of the bespoke laser cutting jobs we have produced include leather clothing labels, art stencils, packaging prototypes, acrylic and veneer pieces for architectural models, model airplane kits, etc. |
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Our CO2 laser allows us to cut and engrave a wide variety of materials following with exceptional precision the lines and designs of a loaded file.
Most of the materials that we use with the laser cutter come in flat sheets however by using a rotating device we can also engrave on cylindrical objects.
With this technology it is possible to reproduce decorative patterns, logos, and other graphics on many different surfaces by using the engraving settings. Depending on the type of material, the design becomes visible as the difference in depth, contrast, shine or colour between the engraved parts and the original untouched surface.
Advantages:
Fast and precise.
Excellent results with no need to refinish edges.
Possibility to produce one-off pieces or large productions.
Detailed engraving of graphics or images. |
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(click on the image above to see examples of laser cut materials)
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(click on the image above to see example of a file prepared for laser cutting)
Our laser cutter has a working bed area of 900 mm x 500 mm, this is important when you create your artwork.
For a laser cutting/engraving job your artwork should be sent as a vector file: .dwg, .dxf, .ai, .eps.
For an engraving job in raster mode your artwork could be sent as an image file like .jpeg, .tiff, .pdf, .bmp, etc.
If your design requires laser cutting as well as laser engraving, you should send us one single vector file with the different specifications classified in layers or colours. For example: Red=Cut, Black=Engraved.
It is very important that the vector lines are continuous and unified making sure that no lines or points are hidden or repeated, otherwise the machine will cut undesired parts or go over a cut line twice and possibly altering the results.
NOTE: Your artwork should be sent in millimeters (mm) and scaled 1:1.
If necessary we can create the vector files or artwork for you at a previously agreed rate. |
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1. Can you laser cut metals?
No, our laser cutter cannot cut metallic materials.
2. Can you engrave on metallic surfaces?
No, but using a special surface treatment spray it is possible to mark a variety of metal substrates with the laser leaving a permanent black, oxidation resistant design on the lasered area.
3. Can you laser cut or engrave PVC?
No, this type of plastic releases toxic fumes when cut with lasers. None of the materials we cut should contain PVC.
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The pricing for laser cutting/engraving jobs is based on the time it takes the machine to execute it plus the cost of the material if this is not provided by you.
Every job has a start-up cost of €15.
If you need a quotation for a laser cutting job, we need to see your artwork first accompanied by all relative specifications of the cut/engraved lines, the material to be used and its thickness. Send us your file with a description of the job you need and we will send you a quote as soon as possible. |
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Bespoke Services 
