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Laser Cutter Tips

Make sure none of your lines are on the (ZERO) layer.
Make sure you are in a 2D format. The laser cutter will not read 3D files.
Make sure you are only choosing colors 1-7 from the color index for each layer.
Share lines as often as possible; this will cut down on your time and save you money!
Make sure you do not have overlapping lines; the laser will cut each line (even if you can't see them, the laser can! Be aware!)
Be aware that the power and speed settings are ONLY GUIDES!
Create a new layer (CUT) make it white and put all cut lines on this layer.
Create a new layer (ETCH) make it red and put all etch lines on this layer.
Create a new layer (BOX) make it yellow; make this a no plot layer.
- If your cut is not in the 1:1 ratio you do not need the (BOX) layer.
- If your cut is set to 1:1 ratio, draw a 32" x 18" box on your (BOX) layer.
Make sure your drawing is in the bottom left corner of the yellow box.
When plotting your laser cut, drag your window over the 32" x 18" box you have drawn.
Make sure you are using the (Laser Cutter) as your plotter.
Make sure you have (Universal Laser) as your pen assignments.
HAVE THE (SETTING UP AUTO CAD) OPEN ON YOUR DESK TOP WHILE SENDING YOUR FILES!

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