laser ply

Laser grade ply wood is used in the laser cutting process.

Properties:

Laser Ply consists of several sheets of wood, glued one on top of another, alternating the wood grain on adjacent layers.
When laser cutting regular plywood you can experience cracking or toxic fumes
Three main features separate Plywood and Laser ply. Firstly the adhesive used is formaldehyde free glue. This ensures the laser ply cuts well without burning and doesn’t create toxic fumes. Secondly the construction of the laser ply has no Core gaps. Gaps between layers lead to air bubbles while laser cutting. Air bubbles in the wood causes the wood to crack. Lastly Laser Ply is less dense than regular Ply wood this means you get a cleaner even cut.
Less dense than regular ply wood
Constructed with formaldehyde free glue

Applications:

Used by designers, artists, craftsmen.
Laser cutting and laser engraving. The laser makes sharp, clear cuts, so no finishing work is necessary.
Laser cuts with no dust, the slight oxidation (browning) of the cutting edges. Otherwise known as laser burn.
To glue laser ply you can use wood glue or another type (PPU, Epoxy). When gluing use a clamp.

Laser ply is easy to paint, prepare surface with primer. Acrylic paint can be used. Pours/ridges in the wood can create problems when painting details.

Sustainability:

It is energy intensive to make Laser ply, the manufacturing of plywood uses much more energy than wood

Plywood is durable and resistant, that can make long lasting products, because of its durability, plywood can be easily reused and have several lives.

Material Handling:

Wear a dust mask while sanding to avoid dust inhalation which can cause short and long term damage to the lungs.

Protective Equipment:

Dust mask
Tightly fitting googles
Gloves

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