In this tutorial we will show you how to create a unique wall clock using TroLase ADA Signage material. To view the full range of Trotec materials, please visit our engraving supplies webshop.
Preparation
Required material:
TroLase ADA Signage 1.6 mm: 1/4 sheet, black with adhesive foil
Material to cover the engraving table (such as paper)
Paper tape
Laser machine used:
Speedy 360
80 Watt with 1.5" lens
Any Speedy series laser machine can be used to create this sample.
Important information:
Use either the acrylic laser cutting grid table or the acrylic slat cutting table as they eliminate reflections of the laser beam and deliver excellent cutting results.
Remove the protective foil after laser processing as it protects the material from scratches
As we have used filigree graphics we used the 1.5" lens to create this sample
Step by Step
Step 1: Import /create design template
Import our design template into your graphic program and send the jobs to the laser machine.
Print settings:
Process mode
Resolution
Cut line
Standard
500 dpi
none
Halftone
Others
colour
enhanced geometries, inner geometries first
Step 2: Laser processing
For the best results we recommend using the acrylic laser cutting grid table or the acrylic slat cutting table. They minimise the reflections of the laser beam on the back of the material. Place the TroLase ADA sheet onto your laser table and cover the rest of the table to maximise the exhaust power.
Laser Parameters
Colour
Process
Power (%)
Speed (%)
ppi/Hz
red
Cut CO2
38
0.8
1000
Passes
Air Assist
Z-Offset
Advanced
1
on
-
-
Tips:
We recommend the standard laser parameters from JobControl® optimised for quality. We chose these settings due to the filigree design used, however the light grey base plate can be cut with the faster "speed" parameters.
The material parameters for JobControl® can be downloaded from www.troteclaser.co.uk
Step 3: Post-processing
Remove the protective foil from the base plate and then remove the protective foil from the adhesive, and glue the two discs together. Then remove the protective foil from the top plate and position the red material. Mount the clockwork and your clock is ready to display on your wall!
Inspiration
You can use other materials including TroGlass, acrylic or wood to create this sample. You can find a number of different materials at www.engraving-supplies.co.uk.
It is possible to mark the clock hands using a fiber laser in a Speedy flexx laser machine.
