Updated September 2026 · 86 tested settings · 49 materials
Accessories
Essential laser accessories
Every Creality Falcon A1 owner eventually needs these. Goggles first: always.
Laser safety goggles: diode (450nm)OD5+ rated at 450nm. Required for any open-frame diode laser.Shop on Amazon →
Honeycomb cutting bed (400×400mm)Lifts work off the bed, prevents flashback marks, improves airflow under material.Shop on Amazon →
6-inch digital calipersMeasure material thickness before entering settings: essential for consistent focus.Shop on Amazon →
Welding fire blanketFibreglass blanket under and around the machine: standard laser safety recommendation.Shop on Amazon →
Photoelectric smoke alarmMount above the machine: photoelectric type responds faster to laser fumes than ionisation.Shop on Amazon →
Lens cleaning wipes (Zeiss)Keep the laser lens clean: residue reduces power and causes inconsistent burns.Shop on Amazon →
Air assist pump kitSmall diaphragm pump with tubing and nozzle: keeps the lens clear and improves cut quality.Shop on Amazon →
Roller rotary attachment4-wheel roller style, fits most open-frame diode machines. Engrave tumblers and round objects.Shop on Amazon →
4-inch inline duct fanExhaust smoke out a window: pair with a carbon filter cartridge for indoor use.Shop on Amazon →
4-inch carbon filter cartridgeReplacement filter for inline fan exhaust setup. Change every 3–6 months depending on use.Shop on Amazon →
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The Creality Falcon A1 is a 22W diode laser engraver. This page lists 86 community-tested settings covering speed, power, passes, air assist, and DPI across a range of materials. Always run a test cut on scrap material first: results vary depending on your material batch, focus, and ambient conditions.
Official Creality acrylic cut setting for 5mm acrylic (40% power / 70mm/s) -- our catalog entry is nominally 3mm, real thickness tested was 5mm. Real setting from Creality's official Falcon-series material settings guide (crealityfalcon.com) -- exact material/thickness may differ slightly from ours; treat as authoritative for this material class.
Official Creality plywood vector cut setting for ~1/4in (6mm) plywood (70% power / 15mm/s) -- our catalog entry is nominally 3mm, real thickness tested was thicker. Real setting from Creality's official Falcon-series material settings guide (crealityfalcon.com) -- exact material/thickness may differ slightly from ours; treat as authoritative for this material class.
Official Creality wood raster setting, Threshold mode (75% power / 6000mm/min, 1 pass). Real setting from Creality's official Falcon-series material settings guide (crealityfalcon.com) -- exact material/thickness may differ slightly from ours; treat as authoritative for this material class.
Official Creality hardwood raster setting (60% power / 100mm/s). Real setting from Creality's official Falcon-series material settings guide (crealityfalcon.com) -- exact material/thickness may differ slightly from ours; treat as authoritative for this material class.
What materials can the Creality Falcon A1 engrave or cut?
The Creality Falcon A1 has community-tested settings for 3mm Clear Acrylic, 3mm Baltic Birch Plywood, Bamboo, Oak, 6mm Basswood Plywood, 6mm MDF, Cork, Genuine Leather, and 41 more. Results vary by material batch, focus, and ambient conditions: always test on scrap first.
What settings should I use to cut 3mm Clear Acrylic on the Creality Falcon A1?
A community-tested starting point is speed 4200 mm/min, power 40% in a single pass. Enable air assist for a cleaner edge. Always run a test cut on scrap to confirm before committing to your project.
Can the Creality Falcon A1 engrave metal?
Diode lasers can mark anodized aluminium, coated metals, and powder-coated surfaces without any spray. For bare steel, brass, or copper you need a marking compound like Cermark or Dry Moly. Fiber lasers mark bare metal directly without any coating.
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