The versatile Epilog Mini 24 is a top-tier laser engraver and cutter, adept at handling a wide array of projects beyond its precise rotary tool for customizing pint glasses and tumblers. Its fine detail capabilities and user-friendly features make it ideal for creating intricate designs on various materials, including wood, acrylic, and more. Are you looking for a laser cutter with a positioning camera to take the guess work out of customizing your item? Try the Makerplace’s Dremel LC40.
What does the Makerplace provide?
- Epilog Mini 24 60-Watt laser cutter
- 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 Mini 24 has a maximum bed size of 24x12 inches, the tallest item that can fit in the machine is 5 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.
Are you looking for a laser cutter with a positioning camera to take the guess work out of customizing your item? Try the Dremel LC40 at the Makerplace.
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.