There are a many different materials you can laser cut and engrave which are detailed in the list below. We keep a few standard materials in stock like plywood and MDF, but most will be ordered specific to your needs.
You can supply your own materials or products but as each material can react differently under the laser we may require a sample to ascertain the best laser settings for your needs. If you have any questions about other materials not listed please get in touch.
BIRCH PLYWOOD
Thickness: 0.8mm, 1.5mm, 3mm, 4mm & 6mm
Sizes: Any size up to 1000mm x 600mm
Notes: If you supply your own plywood for cutting, it must be interior grade plywood using MR glue. Most plywood uses a type of glue which is not compatible with laser cutting.
MDF
Thickness: 3mm, 6mm & 9mm
Sizes: Any size up to 1000mm x 600mm
Notes: Veneered MDF sheets in different colours and exotic hardwoods are available on request.
SOLID WOOD
Thickness: 3mm & 5mm
Sizes: Up to 1000mm x 600mm
Notes: Oak, Beech, Walnut, Pine and many other woods available on request.
THIN PLYWOOD AND VENEER
Thickness: 0.3mm, 0.4mm, 0.6mm & 0.8mm
Sizes: Any size up to 1000mm x 600mm
Notes: Thin Birch plywood is our standard stock but many exotic wood veneers and plywood are available.
ACRYLIC
Thickness: Coloured – 3mm, 5mm, 6mm, 8mm, 10mm Clear – 2-12mm.
Sizes: Any size up to 1000mm x 600mm
Notes: Available in clear and many different colours, acrylic is the ideal plastic to use in a laser cutter and produces a beautiful clean cutting edge.
OTHER PLASTICS
Thickness: Various
Sizes: Any size up to 1000mm x 600mm
Notes: Available in almost any colour imaginable, we can cut most plastics including; ABS, Styrene & Polypropylene but we cannot cut any PVC due to the toxic chlorine content.
PAPER & CARD
Thickness: Any GSM
Sizes: Any size up to 1000mm x 600mm
Notes: Available in almost any colour for a versatile number of applications. Specialist Manilla Card for stencil making is also available.
FABRIC
Thickness: Various
Sizes: Any size up to 1000mm x 600mm
Notes: Most fabrics including leather, cotton, denim, felt and suede can be cut and even engraved.
CERAMIC AND STONE
Thickness: Engraving only
Sizes: Any size up to 1000mm x 600mm x 280mm
Notes: Engraving is possible on porcelain, ceramic, terracotta slate, marble and stone.
METALS
Thickness: Engraving only
Sizes: Any size up to 1000mm x 600mm
Notes: Anodised aluminium, enamelled brass & stainless steel.
GLASS
Thickness: Engraving only
Sizes: Any size up to 1000mm x 600mm
Notes: Results can vary depending on the type of glass – often engraving can produce a lovely, intricate frosted glass effect on the surface.
FOOD
Thickness: Various
Sizes: Any size up to 1000mm x 600mm
Notes: Includes fruit, cheese, toast and meat.