Laser Engraving & Cutting
Explore the precision and power of laser technology with our laser engraving and cutting machine! Perfect for makers, artists, and crafters, this tool lets you cut and engrave a wide range of materials with incredible detail.
A laser engraver and cutter is a super-precise drawing tool that uses light instead of ink to cut or draw on materials to make signs, art, gifts, and more.
The MakerLab has a Dremel Digilab LC40 laser engraver and cutter. It is capable of engraving, cutting, scoring, and grayscale imaging on a variety of hard and soft materials.
Locations
Full-service laser engraving and cutting is only available at the MakerLab. The laser engraver cannot be shipped to other SDG Library Branches.
Hours & Information
Regular Hours
Upcoming Holidays and Closures
Laser Engraving/Cutting FAQs
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The MakerLab has a Dremel Digilab LC40 laser engraver and cutter. It is capable of engraving, cutting, scoring, and grayscale imaging on a variety of hard and soft materials. As a desktop unit, it combines high-quality hardware with advanced software to facilitate precise and clean results.
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The maximum dimensions that the machine can process:
- Engraving area: 18.4” x 12”
- Cutting area: 20” x 12”
- Engraving height: 1.25”
- Cutting height: 0.25" (depending on material)
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The Dremel Digilab LC40 laser engraver and cutter uses a web-based Dremel Digilab software suite. This software is accessed through a web browser on any computer connected to the same network as the laser engraver and cutter. The software allows users to import, modify, and prepare designs for engraving, cutting, or scoring.
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Patrons are permitted to bring materials to use from the acceptable materials list (link below). Alternatively, the MakerLab has acrylic or balsa wood panels available for purchase. If you do bring your own materials, please be prepared to show purchase/material information so that MakerLab staff can confirm your material is safe to use. All materials must be unfinished with no paints or stains.
Click for the full list of acceptable and prohibited materials.
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Create your own vector design with Corel Draw or Adobe Illustrator or use a free design website such as Inkscape. Alternatively, you can download royalty free or public domain images from the internet. The Dremel Digilab LC40 laser engraver and cutter can;
- Cut images from vector (SVG and PDF) files.
- Engrave images from raster (PDF, JPG, and PNG) files.
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