Large scale commercial neoprene cutting operations use high intensity laser to cut multiple layers at the same time.
Can you laser cut rubber sheet.
We find the results are a lot more eye catching when printed in colour but if your laser machine allows it you can engrave the monsters instead.
When vector cutting this material be sure to use a vented cutting table.
Laser rubber can be engraved on either side.
Laser engraving of neoprene rubber with a co 2 laser produces a smooth engraved surface but may produce slight discoloration.
If you decide on this option use the following laser parameters.
This style is limited to thinner sheets of rubber.
You will need to clean your laser more frequently to reduce wear and tear and keep the optics clear.
The overall dimension of the rubber part must also be relatively small and less than 24 inches on any one side.
Laser engraving or cutting rubber or polymer can produce abrasive dust and smoke.
Laser cutting of neoprene rubber with a co 2 laser produces a smooth cut with sharp edges.
Ctr laser systems feature a rubber stamp mode which allows for adjustable shoulders.
At times laser cutting will produce a slight discoloration and tackiness around the edges which can be cleaned after processing.
Certain types of material should not be engraved or laser with a laser because of their chemical make up.
See the drawing guidelines for more on setting up a file for laser cutting engraving.
Here below is a laser marking engraving video display on the silicone rubber wristbands for reference.
About laser cutting on silicone rubber there may cause some burning at the edge and make silicone rubber look not nice.
Synthetic silicone rubber.
Rubber can easily be cut and engraved by our laser cutting m.
Generally sheets thicker than 3 8 inch 375 cannot be die cut.
Rubber is an excellent material for laser cutting and engraving and a ctr laser engraving machine enables you to create detailed designs and text that can be quickly and easily laser engraved to produce rubber stamps seals and gaskets without chemicals.
Cutting pvc is discouraged to save lungs not the optics.
Alternatively you can engrave the graphics onto your material instead of printing.
Though any material cut that gives of lots of smoke can cloud and reduce power if they re not purged.
Materials you should not process with a laser machine.
So we suggest using the traditional ways cutting the silicone rubber.
If you would like to use silicon rubber draft your file so that your art board matches the standard sheet size of 900mm x 600mm.
Drawing templates are not currently available for this material.
