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Gweike Cloud Settings & Speeds

Updated September 2026 · 11 tested settings · 7 materials

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Essential laser accessories

Every Gweike Cloud 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 →
Laser safety goggles: CO2 (10600nm)CO2 wavelength passes straight through diode goggles. Use CO2-rated eye protection only.Shop on Amazon →
6-inch inline duct fanCO2 machines need more CFM than diode: a 6-inch fan handles larger cabinet volumes.Shop on Amazon →
Laser alignment target paperThermo paper for checking CO2 beam alignment at each mirror: essential after moving the machine.Shop on Amazon →
Honeycomb cutting bed (600×400mm)Larger honeycomb for machines with wider work areas: xTool S1, OMTech 60W+.Shop on Amazon →
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The Gweike Cloud is a 50W co2 laser engraver. This page lists 11 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.

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11 settings

6mm Baltic Birch Plywoodcut
Speed10 mm/sPower90%Passes1
💨 Air Assist

Real setting reported by Gweike Cloud users on the LightBurn forum for 5-6mm wood where edge quality matters (~90% power).

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3mm Baltic Birch Plywoodcut
Speed18 mm/sPower90%Passes1
💨 Air Assist

Real setting reported by Gweike Cloud users on the LightBurn forum for clean-edge 3mm wood cuts (~90% power).

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3mm Basswood Plywoodcut
Speed25 mm/sPower35%Passes1
💨 Air Assist

Estimated: wattage-scaled from this brand's own real settings at a different power tier. Unverified -- treat as a starting point.

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3mm Basswood Plywoodengrave
Speed335 mm/sPower28%Passes1

Estimated: wattage-scaled from this brand's own real settings at a different power tier. Unverified -- treat as a starting point.

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3mm Clear Acryliccut
Speed15 mm/sPower50%Passes1
💨 Air Assist

Estimated: wattage-scaled from this brand's own real settings at a different power tier. Unverified -- treat as a starting point.

Buy 3mm Clear Acrylic →
3mm Clear Acrylicengrave
Speed240 mm/sPower10–15%Passes1

Estimated: wattage-scaled from this brand's own real settings at a different power tier. Unverified -- treat as a starting point.

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3mm MDFcut
Speed30 mm/sPower65–75%Passes1
💨 Air Assist

Estimated: wattage-scaled from this brand's own real settings at a different power tier. Unverified -- treat as a starting point.

Buy 3mm MDF →
3mm MDFengrave
Speed435 mm/sPower20–28%Passes1

Estimated: wattage-scaled from this brand's own real settings at a different power tier. Unverified -- treat as a starting point.

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Genuine Leathercut
Speed15 mm/sPower60–65%Passes1
💨 Air Assist

Estimated: wattage-scaled from this brand's own real settings at a different power tier. Unverified -- treat as a starting point.

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Genuine Leatherengrave
Speed240 mm/sPower22%Passes1

Estimated: wattage-scaled from this brand's own real settings at a different power tier. Unverified -- treat as a starting point.

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Slateengrave
Speed290 mm/sPower60%Passes1

Estimated: wattage-scaled from this brand's own real settings at a different power tier. Unverified -- treat as a starting point.

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→ Laser Cutting Cardstock Without Scorching: CO₂ & Diode Settings→ Laser settings for wood: speed, power, and passes for every type→ How to laser engrave leather: settings, types, and what actually works

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials can the Gweike Cloud engrave or cut?

The Gweike Cloud has community-tested settings for 6mm Baltic Birch Plywood, 3mm Baltic Birch Plywood, 3mm Basswood Plywood, 3mm Clear Acrylic, 3mm MDF, Genuine Leather, Slate. Results vary by material batch, focus, and ambient conditions: always test on scrap first.

What settings should I use to cut 6mm Baltic Birch Plywood on the Gweike Cloud?

A community-tested starting point is speed 10 mm/s, power 90% 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.

What can a CO₂ laser like the Gweike Cloud cut that a diode laser cannot?

CO₂ lasers can cut and engrave clear acrylic, glass (with care), fabric, and thicker wood more cleanly than diode lasers, because the CO₂ wavelength is absorbed by materials that are transparent to diode light. This makes the Gweike Cloud more versatile for craft and production use.

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