Acrylic Jig

Custom jigs are incredibly useful during mass production of laser engraved products as they provide repeatability and enhance productivity. Learn how to create your own custom jig, from 3mm thick TroGlass, in this step-by-step tutorial.

Preparation

Required Material

TroGlass 3 mm, but you can use any material to produce this jig.

Machine used

Speedy 360 80 watt with a 2" lens

For this application sample you can use any laser machine from the Speedy laser engraver series.

Tip

We suggest using a measuring caliper for measuring the item that the jig is being created for. If working with acrylic make sure your bed is complete sealed off to create a nice clean edge.

see our tips for cutting acrylic

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Step by step

Step 1

Step 1: Import file design into Software

Create your own design or use our template. Send it to the laser with the recommended laser parameters. The parameters might vary depending on the machine used and the available laser power.

Print settings:

Process mode	Resolution	Cut line
Standard	500dpi	None

Halftone	Others
Color	None

Step 2

Step 2: Laser process

Depending on the material that you are planning to use for laser processing to create a jig, make sure you are processing it accordingly. Such as masking off your bed, activate the exhaust system or select the laser table.

Laser Parameters:

Color	Process	Power (%)	Speed (%)	ppi/Hz
Red	Cut	90	0.40	5000

Passes	Air Assist	Z-Offset	Advanced
1	ON	-	-

Tip:

We used standard laser parameters from JobControl.

Download laser parameters

Step 3

Step 3: Post-processing

Using glue or a premanufactured material with an adhesive backing adhere the two material together.

Preparation

Required Material

TroGlass 3mm

Note: You can use any material to produce this jig.

Machine used

Speedy 360 80 watt with a 2" lens

Any laser machine from the Speedy laser engraver series can be used for this application sample.

Tip

We recommend using a measuring caliper in order to measure the item that the jig is being created for. If you use acrylic material, ensure that your laser bed is completely sealed off to create a nice and clean edge.

Discover tips for cutting acrylic

Acrylic Jig

ZIP

Download now

ZIP

Download now

Step by step

Step 1

Step 1: Import design file

You can use the template we have provided or, alternatively, you can create your own unique design. Send it to the laser machine with the recommended laser parameters. Note: the parameters may vary slightly depending on the laser machine used and the available laser power.

Print settings:

Process mode	Resolution	Cut line
Standard	500dpi	None

Halftone	Others
Colour	None

Step 2

Step 2: Laser process

It is important to ensure that the material you decide to use for this application is processed correctly. Masking off your laser bed, activating the exhaust system and/or selecting the correct laser table are important considerations that should be actioned accordingly.

Laser Parameters:

Colour	Process	Power (%)	Speed (%)	ppi/Hz
Red	Cut	90	0.40	5000

Passes	Air Assist	Z-Offset	Advanced
1	ON	-	-

Tip:

Standard laser parameters from JobControl were implemented for this application.

Download laser parameters

Step 3

Step 3: Post-processing

Adhere the two materials together by using glue or a premanufactured material with an adhesive backing.

Inspirations

Jigs are highly versatile creations as they can be used for a wide range of different products, including dog tags, ink pens, data plates, part making and more. When it comes to laser engraving irregular-shaped items, this can often be quite challenging and time-consuming. Using a jig will provide repeatability, accurancy and interchangeability, making your life a whole lot simpler!