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Engraving trophy labels using Trotec Trolase Foils
Find out how you can create a custom trophy sticker using a Trotec Speedy flexx laser engraver and TroLase foil material.
Preparation
What you will need:
- Quarter sheet TroLase foil silver brushed (or any other color of your choice)
- Material to cover the engraving table
Trotec Machine used:
- Speedy 360 flexx, 80/30 Watt
- 2.85" lens
- Vacuum table and honeycomb cutting table
You can create this example with any machine from the Speedy family
Note:
Due to the intricate nature of this example, we made use of a fiber laser machine - Read more on Fibre Lasers HERE.
The smaller spot size of the fiber laser guarantees you a much better output. Important to note; this will work only on Trotec metallic TroLase foils (silver matt, silver brushed, gold, copper).
For all other foil materials, a CO2 laser engraver will process.
Step by Step
Step 1: Import design
Begin by creating your individual design or simply import this free template. You may adapt it to the size of your trophy if required. Now send this job to your laser engraver using these settings:
| Process mode | Resolution | Cut line | Halftone | Others |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | 1000 dpi | None | Color | - |
Info: Using the fiber laser, we recommend always using a 1000 dpi resolution. It works particularly well in combination with the small spot size of the fiber laser.
Step 2: Laser process label
Insert the TroLase foil material inside your laser machine and focus. Follow this by creating your parameter settings. These settings may differ depending on your laser machine and laser power used.
Laser Parameters Engraving:
| Colour | Process | Power (%) | Speed (%) | ppi/Hz |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | Engrave FLP | 20 | 55 | 30,000 |
| Passes | Air Assist | Z-Offset | Advanced |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | on | 0mm | - |
Laser Parameters Scratching:
| Colour | Process | Power (%) | Speed (%) | ppi/Hz |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red | Cut CO2 | 8 | 1 | 1000 |
| Passes | Air Assist | Z-Offset | Advanced |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | On | 4 mm | - |
Laser Parameters Kiss-cut:
| Colour | Process | Power (%) | Speed (%) | ppi/Hz |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | Cut CO2 | 9 | 1 | 1,000 |
| Passes | Air Assist | Z-Offset | Advanced |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | On | - | - |
Laser Parameters Cutting:
| Colour | Process: | Power (%) | Speed (%) | ppi/Hz |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green | Cut CO2 | 40 | 2 | 1,000 |
| Passes | Air Assist | Z-Offset | Advanced |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | On | - | - |
Info:
A Trotec fiber laser machine will always have an added advantage when coming to the smaller spot size. Therefore less heat is applied on the material. The foil material will remain flat and not bend.
Step 3: Cleaning
Take care of the label by cleaning it using a damp cloth. For best results, use inside the engraving cabinet with activated exhaust.
Inspiration
TroLase Foil materials are available in many different shades. Link to our materials online webshop and find creative ideas for laser cutting and engraving.
TroLase Foil can also be used outide for applications such as postbox labels or door name plates.
