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Multi-layered sign
Create your own unique multi-layered sign using TroGlass material using this "how to" guide.
Multi-layered sign
Create your own unique multi-layered sign using TroGlass material using this "how to" guide.
Preparation
Used material
- 1/4 TroLase ADA Bright White, 1/32"
- 1/4 TroLase ADA Black with adhesive, 1/16"
- 1/4 TroGlass Frosted, Ice Blue
- 1/4 TroGlass Color Gloss, Ice Blue
- 1/4 TroGlass Satins, Translucent Lemon Green with adhesive
- 1/4 TroGlass Satins, Translucent Bright Orange with adhesive
- Double-sided adhesive tape
Machine used
- Speedy 360, 80 watts
- 2" lens
- Nozzle with big diameter
- Vacuum table with white cutting grid
Any Speedy laser machine can be used to make these signs.
Tip
Experiment with different colours and textures, or using logos from your customers.
Step by step
![Laser cutting TroLase white](/static_processed/01fb03f21ea31adacae93585b44b31e1/.jpg?{"image":"https://backend.troteclaser.com/static/images/knowledge/diy-samples/multi-layer-sign-trotec-materials/laser-cutting-trolase-white.jpg","edits":{"resize":{"width":650,"fit":"cover"}},"outputFormat":{"format":"webp"}} "laser-cutting-trolase-white.jpg")
Step 1: Base plate
Load our template into your graphics program and change it to fit your needs. Send the job for the base plate (bright white) to the laser with the following parameters:
| Process mode | Resolution | Cut line |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | 500dpi | None |
| Halftone | Others |
|---|---|
| Color | Optimized Geometries, inner geometries first |
![Laser cut white TroLase ADA](/static_processed/f99a4727a7d023c7624fd718e4ef022f/.jpg?{"image":"https://backend.troteclaser.com/static/images/knowledge/diy-samples/multi-layer-sign-trotec-materials/laser-cut-ada-white.jpg","edits":{"resize":{"width":650,"fit":"cover"}},"outputFormat":{"format":"webp"}} "laser-cut-ada-white.jpg")
Step 2: Laser process base plate
These settings could be different depending on the kind of laser machine and its laser power.
| Color | Process | Power (%) | Speed (%) | ppi/Hz |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red | Cut CO2 | 24 | 0.8 | 1,000 |
| Passes | Air Assist | Z-Offset | Direction | Advanced |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | On | - | - | - |
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Step 3: Stripes pattern
Send the job for the stripe pattern and letters to your laser machine with the following parameters:
| Process mode | Resolution | Cut line |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | 500dpi | None |
| Halftone | Others |
|---|---|
| Color | Optimized Geometries, inner geometries first |
![Laser cut black TroLase ADA](/static_processed/99bd41ecd5a8e933af09b28b6601c5e9/.jpg?{"image":"https://backend.troteclaser.com/static/images/knowledge/diy-samples/multi-layer-sign-trotec-materials/laser-cut-ada-black.jpg","edits":{"resize":{"width":650,"fit":"cover"}},"outputFormat":{"format":"webp"}} "laser-cut-ada-black.jpg")
Step 4: Laser process stripes pattern
These settings can change depending on the laser machine you own and its laser power.
| Color | Process | Power (%) | Speed (%) | ppi/Hz |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red | Cut CO2 | 38 | 0.8 | 1,000 |
| Passes | Air Assist | Z-Offset | Direction | Advanced |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | On | - | - | - |
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Step 5: Colored layers
Send the job for the coloured layers (using TroGlass Frosted and Colour Gloss) with the below parameters.
Before you start cutting the TroGlass sheets, apply the adhesive to the back. Make sure to leave a clearance of 1 1/2" at the top of the sheet—this space will be used for the levitating portion and the triangles.
| Process mode | Resolution | Cut line |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | 500dpi | none |
| Halftone | Others |
|---|---|
| Color | Optimized Geometries, inner geometries first |
![Laser cutting of TroGlass with adhesive tape](/static_processed/a74976863a251553bfd84068ab374183/.jpg?{"image":"https://backend.troteclaser.com/static/images/knowledge/diy-samples/multi-layer-sign-trotec-materials/troglass-with-adhesive-tape-laser-cutting.jpg","edits":{"resize":{"width":650,"fit":"cover"}},"outputFormat":{"format":"webp"}} "troglass-with-adhesive-tape-laser-cutting.jpg")
Step 6: Laser process colored layers
Tip: Take off the protective top foil from the TroGlass Frosted and Satins sheets before beginning.
The following settings may be different depending on your type of laser machine and its power.
To precisely place the image, follow the green positioning line.
| Laser Parameters | Color | Process | Power (%) | Speed (%) | ppi/Hz |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engraving | Black | Engraving CO2 | 16 | 20 | 500 |
| Cutting | Red | Cut CO2 | 50 | 0.2 | 5,000 |
| Creasing | Blue | Cut CO2 | 5 | 1 | 1,000 |
| Positioning | Green | Positioning | - | - | - |
| Laser Parameters | Passes | Air Assist | Z-Offset | Direction | Advanced |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engraving | 1 | ON | - | Bottom Up | High Quality |
| Cutting | 1 | ON | - | - | - |
| Creasing | 1 | ON | - | - | - |
| Positioning | - | - | - | - | - |
![Assembly multi layer sign](/static_processed/135391df047f002a328b764c3bc8ccb7/.jpg?{"image":"https://backend.troteclaser.com/static/images/knowledge/diy-samples/multi-layer-sign-trotec-materials/assembly-multi-layer-sign.jpg","edits":{"resize":{"width":650,"fit":"cover"}},"outputFormat":{"format":"webp"}} "assembly-multi-layer-sign.jpg")
Step 7: Assembly
Begin with adhering the striped pattern to the white base plate. When placing it yourself, find the hole to align it.
Next, be sure that the TroGlass Frosted sheet is precisely glued onto the black ADA.
Afterwards, we attach the TroGlass Colour Gloss pieces. The best way to place them is by putting the letters at the bottom so that the area with no adhesive foil is where it should be. Then the black and green or orange letters can be added.
Repeat these same steps on the back side of the shield. Next, put the triangles in the holes.
Thread a string through the holes and your multi-layered sign is complete.
Why Trotec materials?
No matter if you make personal or standardized signs, Trotec's acrylic sheets are the perfect material solution thanks to their range of styles and high-quality finish. The TroGlass series can be recognized by its extremely robust and scratch-resistant surface. Find out more about our wide variety of colours with different surface types and degrees of transparency.
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