The Fusion Edge 24 from Epilog can help you boost your productivity and expand your product offerings. This laser features Epilog’s revolutionary IRIS™ Camera System that gives laser operators a real-time image of the engraving table so they can quickly and accurately position their artwork on even the most uniquely shaped items. Its fine detail capabilities and user-friendly features make it ideal for creating intricate designs on various materials, including wood, acrylic, and more, plus the rotary tool allows for customization of glasses and tumblers.
What does the Makerplace provide?
- Epilog Fusion Edge 24
- Various design software
- A selection of laser cutter-safe materials. See our price list for more details.
How Do I Engrave with The Laser Cutter?
Almost any black-and-white image can be used to engrave with the Makerplace’s laser cutters. Logos and clip artwork work great and can be created in almost any design software, from Adobe Photoshop to Canva. If engraving photographs the Makerplace recommends high-contrast photos with simple backgrounds, as busy backgrounds can look muddy after engraving.
Have a photo with a busy background? Try Remove.bg or use one of the Makerplace’s image editing programs to remove the background from your photo before engraving.
Recommended formats include: PNG, PDF, SVG, JPG
How Do I Cut with The Laser Cutter?
The Makerplace’s laser cutters require a vector art design for cutting. Vector files contain a collection of paths that the laser will follow when cutting your material. These files can be created using Adobe Illustrator or Inkscape.
New to laser cutting with vectors? These resources can be a great starting point:
• MakerCase – Fully customizable box designs for laser cutting.
• Cuttle.xyz – Hundreds of customizable laser designs. 10 free downloads per month.
• Etsy – Thousands of laser-cutting designs are available for varying costs.
Recommended formats include: SVG, PDF, AI
What Materials Can I Use?
| Material | Engrave | Cut (Up to 1/4 inch) |
|---|---|---|
| Acrylic Plastic | ✅ | ✅ |
| Anodized Aluminum | ✅ | |
| Cloth | ✅ | ✅ |
| Ceramic | ✅ | |
| Coated or Painted Metals | ✅ | |
| Cork | ✅ | ✅ |
| Fabric | ✅ | ✅ |
| Glass | ✅ | |
| Leather | ✅ | ✅ |
| Matte Board | ✅ | ✅ |
| Paper | ✅ | ✅ |
| Wood (plywood and hardwoods) | ✅ | ✅ |
The Epilog Mini has a “rotary tool” that can be used to engrave cylindrical objects such as pint glasses, YETI-style tumblers, and more. Contact the Makerplace for more details.
A selection of materials is available for purchase at the Makerplace. See all materials and prices here. Design templates are available for many items sold at the Makerplace. See Makerplace Design Templates here. Don't see your material listed? Call the Makerplace at 847-392-0100 for additional assistance.
Not Sure If Your Material Is Laser Safe?
Makerplace staff can check your materials before use. Plastics without proper manufacturer documentation for laser cutter use will be denied.
What’s The Biggest Thing I Can Cut or Engrave?
The Epilog Fusion Edge 24 has a maximum bed size of 24x24 inches, the tallest item that can fit in the machine is 10 inches. The laser cutter can cut materials up to 1/4 inch thick. Large engraving and cutting jobs are also subject to the 1-hour Makerplace equipment reservation length.
Makerplace Online Laser Cutter Training
- Makerplace Essentials: Laser Cutting – Can’t make it to class in person? This online class covers the same material as the “Makerplace Laser Cutting Essentials: Etch a Coater” class.