3 community-tested settings for engrave, mark Anodized Aluminum on the ComMarker B4. Always run a test on scrap material first.
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These 3 settings cover engrave and mark Anodized Aluminum on the ComMarker B4 (20W fiber laser). Metal marking typically requires Cermark spray or an anodized coating — bare metal cutting needs a much higher-powered machine.
3 settings
What speed should I use to engrave Anodized Aluminum on the ComMarker B4?
The top-rated community setting uses 2000 mm/s at 25% power. Clean white reveal on black anodized. 500 DPI for fine detail.
How many passes does the ComMarker B4 need to engrave Anodized Aluminum?
All settings here use a single pass. Confirm focus and do a small test burn before committing to your final design.
Do I need air assist for Anodized Aluminum on the ComMarker B4?
Air assist is not flagged as required for these settings, but it is good practice during cutting operations to keep the lens clean and reduce char buildup.
What DPI should I use to engrave Anodized Aluminum on the ComMarker B4?
Settings here use 300–500 DPI. Higher DPI gives finer detail but significantly increases burn time — 300 DPI is a good balance for most projects.
What software do I use with the ComMarker B4 for Anodized Aluminum?
The ComMarker B4 works with EzCad2 and LightBurn. Enter the speed, power, and passes directly into your software's layer settings — no conversion needed.
Templates ready to cut on your ComMarker B4 once you've dialed in the settings.
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