Approved Materials
Materials used in the Glowforge must be verified as CO2 laser compatible.
Material must be sized to fit in the Glowforge print bed. The maximum material size is 12 x 20 inches. The maximum cut area is 11 x 19.5 inches.
Approved Materials
Cut and Engrave
Wood (unstained, untreated, unpainted, no adhesives)
100% Acrylic
Leather – vegetable tanned only
Faux Leather/Leatherette (must be PVC free)
Mylar /PET
100% Natural Cork
Cardboard
Chipboard
MDF Draft board
Engrave Only
Glass
Ceramic Tile
Anodized Aluminum
Marble
Stone
Rubber
Even if your material appears on the Approved Materials list above, you must provide a receipt, original packaging, and/or SDS (Safety Data Sheet) sheet from the vendor or manufacturer confirming what the material is made of. The Idea Lab reserves the right to refuse material if we deem it to be unsafe or if we cannot verify that it is laser compatible.
Always bring extra material for testing to determine the correct laser settings.
Please note: the Idea Lab does not sell materials for use with the Glowforge. A limited amount of complimentary acrylic, plywood or MDF is provided per Humber-affiliated user per semester for training purposes. The size of material will vary by type and is subject to change. Scraps are free to use!
Where to Purchase
Search for “laser compatible” or “laser safe” blanks, acrylic, plywood, leather, leatherette, etc. Confirm with vendor that material is Glowforge compatible before purchasing.