How to Mask Materials for Cleaner Laser Projects
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- Опубліковано 15 лип 2024
- If you're new to laser cutting and engraving, you may be wondering what a laser mask is. Laser masking protects your material from char marks so your projects turn out cleaner! Here's how to mask materials so they cut and engrave more cleanly.
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0:00 Intro
0:54 When to mask
2:02 Mask sizes
2:57 How to mask
5:23 3M adhesive masking
6:41 Removing the mask
8:17 Wrap up
Love the unmasked as much as masked. The unmasked gives a bold look.
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Hello and thank you for your video! I went to your link and I'm a little confused with the brand of masking. Is it the transfer tape? The Vinyl Ease brand? I really need to get some masking! Any help is appreciated. Thanks
VinylEase should work! I'm using TapeManBlue, but I think they are essentially the same thing. Good luck!
Hi! Have you actually used the Vinyl Ease Paper Masking on your own projects?
I haven't! Sorry!
Cori - did you see that the Vinyl Ease description says it’s not for use with any laser cutters or engravers? Do you have another transfer tape you can recommend?
I've used this brand! amzn.to/3OV00Rg (affiliate link)
Can you use the 3M adhesive with 1/4 inch thick wood? To adhere pieces? Thanks!
@@joannenagano3083 Yes!
Can you use the Xtool S1 to cut clear acrylic if you mask it? I am debating as to which one to purchase. I'd prefer the S1 vs the P2 due to size but I want to be able to cut clear acrylic in order to make those shakable Christmas ornaments.
Unfortunately no. You can engrave it but as far as I know, there's no way to cut clear acrylic with a diode laser yet (maybe there will be in the future, but that remains to be seen!).
I use these weeding pens from Amazon and I love them. The tip is so tiny, it makes it more difficult to scratch your piece :)
2 Pieces Weeding Pen Vinyl Pen Pin Weeding Tool Fine Point Weeding Tool Glitter Metal Vinyl Air Release or Car Puncturing Installation Retractable Craft Vinyl Tool for DIY(Black, White) a.co/d/iQ5SCK3
Great tip!
what best laser to get
It really depends on your needs, space, and budget!