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Glowforge Pro3mm Clear Acrylic (Cast)

2 community-tested settings for engraving 3mm Clear Acrylic (Cast) on the Glowforge Pro. Always run a test on scrap material first.


Power45W
Laser Typeco2
Software
Glowforge App
Material3mm Clear Acrylic (Cast)
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These 2 settings cover engrave 3mm Clear Acrylic (Cast) on the Glowforge Pro (45W CO₂ laser). Cast acrylic engraves more cleanly than extruded; for cutting, a single clean pass at the right speed usually beats multiple passes.

2 settings

3mm Clear Acrylic (Cast)
Speed440Passes1DPI300
3mm Clear Acrylic (Cast)
Speed46Passes1

Cast acrylic cuts cleaner than extruded.

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Frequently asked questions

What speed should I use to engrave 3mm Clear Acrylic (Cast) on the Glowforge Pro?

The top-rated community setting uses 440 mm/min at null% power. Always run a test burn on scrap material first to confirm focus and power are correct for your specific batch.

How many passes does the Glowforge Pro need to engrave 3mm Clear Acrylic (Cast)?

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 3mm Clear Acrylic (Cast) on the Glowforge Pro?

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 3mm Clear Acrylic (Cast) on the Glowforge Pro?

Settings here use 300 DPI. For photographic detail or fine artwork, consider testing at higher DPI, but expect longer run times.

What software do I use with the Glowforge Pro for 3mm Clear Acrylic (Cast)?

The Glowforge Pro works with Glowforge App. Enter the speed, power, and passes directly into your software's layer settings — no conversion needed.

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