How to Engrave Christmas Tree Light Signs with Desktop Laser Cutting Machine?

Introduction

Welcome to the laser engraving Christmas tree light board making class! This course aims to learn the basic principles of laser engraving, the characteristics and processing methods of wood materials, and how to transform designs into actual light board works through practical operation using Good-Laser Light 530 desktop laser cutting machine.

Prepare materials

Hardware: Good-Laser Light 530 desktop laser cutting machine, computer, workbench, vacuum cleaner, safety glasses

Software: Good-Laser LightMaker cutting software

Materials: 3mm basswood, Christmas light drawings

Before starting work

Confirm that the laser is correct and the lens is clean

Make sure the exhaust fan is working properly

Make sure air assist is turned on

Step 1: Import the file into the Good-Laser LightMaker cutting software and adjust the size, position and settings. Check to make sure everything is working properly.

Step 2: Set processing parameters and cutting path

Step 3: Focus on cutting the wood board

To focus, there are two options:

Auto focus: Click the [Auto] button in the operation panel, click to find focus, click [Border] to determine the processing range after auto focus, and click [Start] to process after confirmation.

If you prefer manual focus: Click the [Manual] button in the operation panel, then click the up, down, left, and right buttons to move the laser head to the appropriate position, and click the [Location] button to determine the starting point of the processing.

Step 4: Remove the cut parts after processing

After processing, press the pop-up platform to remove the workpiece

Step 5: Complete the splicing assembly

Come and try it!

We showed the production of Christmas light signs, but creativity is endless. You can use Good-Laser equipment to create any image or pattern you like. Laser technology makes DIY more convenient and also gives wings to your creativity.

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