Hello @shytown021489. Welcome to the community and congratulations on your new iEngrave. We’re so glad you’re here. It’s great that you already have experience with cutting machines. That foundation will absolutely help as you transition into working with a laser. It may look similar to design software you’re used to, but the way a laser handles materials is definitely a different mindset at first.
Regarding the quick reference guide for material settings, don’t worry, you’re not alone in feeling a little stuck in the beginning. You will find a material quick reference guide (attached below) on the last page of the two User Manuals of LOKLiK iEngrave PDF’s, one without the cover and one with. You can find them at this link: LOKLiK iEngrave™ Guide. While the settings are listed for LightBurn and LaserGRBL, they will be similar for the LOKLiK Software.
Since you’re new to lasers, here are a few basics that may help while you’re locating the guide:
• Power controls how strong the laser beam is.
• Speed controls how fast the laser moves across the material.
• Passes determine how many times it goes over the same area.
For engraving, you’ll typically use higher speed and lower power. For cutting, you’ll slow the speed down and increase the power, sometimes adding additional passes depending on thickness.
Until you get the official quick reference guide, I strongly recommend running small test grids on scrap material. Create a simple square pattern and vary speed and power in small increments. This helps you visually see what works best for your specific machine and material batch, since even the same material can vary slightly. I find it helpful to remember that not all machines and not all materials are equal, there will always be slight variations.
Also make sure:
• Your focus is set correctly before every job.
• Air assist (if included) is on when cutting.
• You are using proper ventilation and safety precautions.
We’re here to help as you get comfortable with your new machine. Don’t hesitate to ask questions, share screenshots, or post your test results. We cannot wait to see what you create with your laser once you get dialed in. Welcome again.
