It's easy to create an elegant wooden pen holder using Trotec materials and your laser machine. Download our template and follow our instructions below.
You can use any laser machine from the Speedy series to create this project.
Remember:
Ensure that you check the thickness of your chosen material before you start. Adapt the kerf to your specifications if necessary.
Step by Step
Step 1: Import/Create the Design Template
Have a go at creating your very own design, or you can always use the sample we have provided. Remember, you can adapt the diameter of each pen-hole depending on what pens you intend on using.
Once you're ready, send the job to the laser machine using the following print settings:
Process Mode
Resolution
Cut line
Standard
500dpi
-
Halftone
Others
Colour
Enhanced Geometries, Inner Geometries First
Step 2: Laser Process
Now it's time to adjust the parameter settings within the JobControl laser software. Remember, these parameters may vary depending on what machine you are using and its available laser power.
Laser Parameters:
Colour
Process
Power (%)
Speed (%)
ppi/Hz
Red (Creasing)
Cut CO2
7
1
1000
Red (Cutting)
Cut CO2
100
1.6
1000
Passes
Air Assist
Z-Offset
Advanced
1
ON
-
-
1
ON
-
-
Info:
We decided to use the standard laser parameters in JobControl, specifically for 5mm Solid Maple.
Step 3: Cleaning & Assembly
Once the laser process is completed, take the wood out of the machine and lightly wipe it down with a damp cloth. Once you've cleaned the pieces, you only need to attach the two of them together. Your pen holder is ready for use!
Inspirations
Get creative! You can make this pen holder out of any material you want, and maybe try some different shapes too!
It's easy to produce this sample in advance and personalise it as you need to. This could save you a lot of time in the future.
