Laser Cut Rubber Settings

Laser cutting rubber or elastomeric materials often produces slightly charred melted or burnt edges.

Laser cut rubber settings.

When using cermark metal marking solution remember that not all metals use the same speed setting. If a trodat stamp is being used simply select it from the list. All settings noted use the default resolution which is 500 or 600 depending on the make of your laser system. Depending on the application material and tolerance needed this may or may not be acceptable.

Observe the following precautions. Laser engraving or cutting rubber or polymer can possibly ignite the material. The following are suggested laser cutter configuration settings for various materials. Adjust speed and power settings as needed.

Enter the size of the stamp you intend on engraving. Use your laser s software settings for stamp mode or 3d effects mode. Also available is a laser cutter user guide. Use your machine s air assist mode while engraving.

Drawing templates are not currently available for this material. If you have other settings you d like to suggest please send an email to design help ncsu edu with the details. Considerations for laser cut gaskets. Stamp the engraving layout will be automatically mirrored and inverted.

Rubber here we fall back on the tested laser parameters from our material database. Power settings that are too high can melt and distort many materials. Consideration should be given to edge quality when selecting laser cutting for gaskets. Never leave the laser system running unattended.