Category Laser Cutting Tips

FSC-certified basswood sourcing has 2 checkable proof points. Learn what to ask suppliers before you buy.

xTool M2 laser settings for cutting 3mm basswood plywood: start at 6-8 mm/s on 10W or 8-12 mm/s on 20W. Run a 1-inch test cut.

Craft-store basswood vs laser-grade basswood: see why $2.08/sheet laser-grade stock avoids wasted laser cuts. Compare before you buy.

Laser cutting plywood safety checklist with 7 pre-run checks for safer basswood cuts. Start your routine today.

Preventing tiny flame-ups and edge fires when cutting thin basswood on diode lasers: use 20-30 PSI air assist and safer cut ranges. Read the guide.

How to store and acclimate basswood plywood sheets before laser cutting at 35-55% RH. Keep sheets flat - read the guide.

Learn how to nest and layout parts on 12x12 inch basswood sheets to minimize waste. Step-by-step guide with 2mm kerf spacing and software tips.

Learn how to prepare SVG and DXF files for laser cutting 3mm basswood. Set units, convert text to paths, check for closed paths - $2.08/sheet basswood.

LightBurn sends cut and engrave jobs straight to your laser; Inkscape designs the artwork. Compare both for 3mm basswood - free calculator inside.

Vector vs raster engraving on basswood: vector cuts and scores, raster gives photo-like detail. Laser-grade 3mm sheets at $2.08/sheet.