Laser Cutter Materials
Plywood and cardboard are the most common materials used in the Academies makerspace. The following materials are kept in stock.
baltic birch plywood - 1/8"
acrylic - 1/8" and 1/4" in assorted colors
cardboard - various thicknesses
Only approved materials are allowed on the lasers! PVC and other materials can generate poisonous gases.
Some materials such as metals and glass can be engraved but not cut on the makerspace laser cutters.
Additional materials that have been used on the Academies lasers include glass, brick with Cermark tape, Siser Easyweed vinyl and matboard.
Suggested settings for common materials are posted on the wall next to the laser cutter.
