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Laser cutter for fabrics

  • Engrave or cut textiles from both natural and synthetic fibers such as cotton, linen, silk, felt, denim, polyester, technical textiles or leather.
  • Incredible design possibilities. 
  • Create haptic and durable effects.
  • Textile processing covers the clothing industry, home textiles, functional clothing, medical technology, automotive, furniture, filters, aviation and advertising. 

Trotec laser machine for engraving and cutting textiles.

Produce premium fabric designs with the precision of a laser engraver. Experience the haptic effect of laser engraving, offering intricate detailing and textured effects. From intricate felt engravings to elaborate polyester cuts, our laser machines offer limitless design possibilities in textile fabrication. Synthetic fabrics particularly benefit from laser processing, as the controlled melting of the fabric edges prevents fraying. Denim fabric gets a “stonewash" effect, achieved without the need for chemical treatments, as the laser's heat delicately bleaches the fabric. 

Types of textiles for laser processing.

The textile industry includes a wide range of materials, including textile based on natural fibers like cotton, denim, genuine leather and textiles based on synthetic fibers such as fleece, softshell and artificial leather. Cotton and denim can be lightened or "faded" with laser engraving. Genuine leather, being a natural material, varies in reaction to laser processing. Those based on synthetic fibers facilitate a wide range of laser applications, including engraving or cutting as the cutting edge can be sealed and is therefore less likely to fray. Fleece offers warmth, while softshell provides water resistance. However, caution is needed with artificial leather, as it often contains PVC compounds that can release harmful gases if lasered.  

  • Cotton
  • Felt (synthetic)
  • Silk
  • Linen
  • Lace
  • Polyester
  • Fleece
  • Softshell
  • Denim
  • Alcantara
  • Leather
  • LaserLeather

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Technical textiles 

Technical textiles, also known as industrial textiles, encompass a wide range of applications. These include filters, upholstery, heat-resistant fabrics, components for vehicle construction, sails, printed banners and flags.  

Arts & Crafts 

Refine textile pieces with individual laser engravings. As Trotec lasers offer precision, literally any detailed design can be engraved on and cut from fabrics, adding significant value to cotton, linen, silk, felt, denim, polyester or leather for your customers.

What you can do with fabrics and a laser machine.

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A comparison of these technologies.

Optimize textile laser engraving with our laser software Ruby®.

The quality of laser cut or engraved textiles also depends on the precise configuration of laser settings, including peripherals like the exhaust system. Our laser software Ruby®, seamlessly integrates these settings with its peripherals, functioning as the comprehensive control center for managing all aspect of the laser operation. This not only saves time and materials but also ensures consistent results. Easily adjust parameters like air assist, power level, or frequency within Ruby® and store these settings for future projects.  

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What our customers say about our laser cutter for fabrics.

Speaking personally, when I think of laser cutters, I think of Trotec. Based on my own experiences of having used Trotec laser cutters at other fabrication facilities as well, when making our own equipment selection, there was peace-of-mind in that I knew of the brand’s combination of safety and processing speed.

Mihoko Arao

Chief Manager

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I used to do all the leather bracelets by hand. You can only imagine how long they would have taken. Now I have programmed it into the machine because I was selling so many and running out of stock all the time. It’s never ending what my machine can do.

For FabLabs a laser system is indispensable. There is a lot of demand and the possibilities are endless. Different wood types, acrylic, leather, textile, paper and cardboard can be processed smoothly by the laser. The most diverse things are created by us and our visitors with the Trotec laser systems.

Steffi Noordink

Marketing & New Business department

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Explore a vast selection of laserable fabrics in our shop.

LaserLeather is the perfect solution for creative heads who want to make outstanding personalized products. It is a high-quality artificial leather with a smooth surface for an excellent touch. The material is well suited and tested for every kind of artwork, no matter if fine lines, different colors or bigger pictures are requested.

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Industries leveraging the versatility of laser cutter fabrics.

Personalization

Turn a jean or a leather jacket rapidly into unique pieces with our laser cutters and engravers. As your customers are willing to invest more in personalized, premium quality, you can set higher prices in this regard.
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Manufacturing

Textile cutters offer a digital, contactless process for precise, high-quality cuts and engravings, enhancing the value of technical textile applications like filters, textile components in vehicle construction and functional clothing. This advanced manufacturing capability enables efficient production of tailored, unique products with ease, allowing for premium pricing.
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Get inspired

Discover our inspiring textile laser projects. Simply download the graphics file and follow the step-by-step instructions.

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