Use the smallest possible cone. This prevents the material from being dirtied by burn marks.
Step by Step
Step 1: Import print and laser template
Download our graphic and adapt it according to your requirements. Send the graphic to the laser using the settings below.
Print settings:
Process mode
Resolution
Cut line
Cut job
1000 dpi
none
Halftone
Others
Color
Optimized geometries, inner geometries first
Step 2: Laser process cardboard
Place the cardboard inside your laser with the right side facing down. Cover the rest of the working area so that you get a sufficient down draft that holds the material in place. Then enter your material settings. Our recommended parameters can vary depending on laser type and power.
Laser Parameters
Color
Process
Power (%)
Speed (%)
ppi/Hz
cutting slowly: red
Cut CO2
30
1.5
5000
scratching: blue
Cut CO2
10
3
5000
cutting fast: green
Cut CO2
50
3
5000
Passes
Air Assist
Z-Offset
Advanced
1
Gas 1
-
-
1
Gas 1
-
-
1
Gas 1
-
-
Info:
If you are using the 500, use the external compressed air (= Gas 1) with 4 bar pressure which blows the smoke through the cutting slots. This ensures clean cut edges.
Step 3: Cleaning and assembly
Gutter the scratched cutting lines to achieve a nice fold. You can either use a ballpoint-pen or a folding stick. Apply double-sided adhesive tape on the six flaps. Crease all folding lines to remove the tension from the cardboard. Glue the box together to complete your gift box.
Inspiration
For an orginal look, you can paint the box after cutting.
Put a piece of acrylic or wood underneath the cut-out design. That way an original engraving becomes visible when you open the box.
Replace the words "Happy Birthday" with other messages or dates, such as Merry Christmas, so you can quickly and easily offer your customers the option to personalize the box.
