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OMTech 40W CO23mm Black Acrylic

5 community-tested settings for engrave, cut 3mm Black Acrylic on the OMTech 40W CO2. Always run a test on scrap material first.


Power40W
Laser Typeco2
Work Area300×200mm
Software
LightBurn
Material3mm Black Acrylic
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These 5 settings cover engrave and cut 3mm Black Acrylic on the OMTech 40W CO2 (40W CO₂ laser). Cast acrylic engraves more cleanly than extruded; for cutting, a single clean pass at the right speed usually beats multiple passes.

5 settings

3mm Black Acrylicengrave
Speed350 mm/sPower18–25%Passes1DPI300

Black acrylic engrave — CO2 removes surface to expose lighter core. Low power prevents warping. Leave protective film on during engraving.

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3mm Black Acryliccut
Speed22 mm/sPower60–70%Passes1
💨 Air Assist

3mm black acrylic CO2 cut — cast acrylic gives polished flame edge. Extruded acrylic may crack; cast recommended.

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3mm Black Acryliccut
Speed14 mm/sPower62%Passes1
💨 Air Assist

CO2 cuts all acrylic colours equally — wavelength absorbed regardless of colour.

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3mm Black Acrylicengrave✓ Verified
Speed200 mm/sPower18%Passes1DPI300

White frosted engrave on black acrylic. Very high contrast. Great for signage and awards.

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3mm Black Acryliccut✓ Verified
Speed12 mm/sPower55%Passes1
💨 Air Assist

Excellent cut quality. Flame-polished edges. Remove protective film after cutting.

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Frequently asked questions

What speed should I use to engrave 3mm Black Acrylic on the OMTech 40W CO2?

The top-rated community setting uses 350 mm/s at 25% power. Black acrylic engrave — CO2 removes surface to expose lighter core. Low power prevents warping. Leave protective film on during engraving.

How many passes does the OMTech 40W CO2 need to cut 3mm Black Acrylic?

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 Black Acrylic on the OMTech 40W CO2?

Yes — 3 of the 5 settings here specify air assist on. It clears smoke and debris from the cut line, improves edge quality, and reduces fire risk especially during cutting.

What DPI should I use to engrave 3mm Black Acrylic on the OMTech 40W CO2?

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 OMTech 40W CO2 for 3mm Black Acrylic?

The OMTech 40W CO2 works with LightBurn. Enter the speed, power, and passes directly into your software's layer settings — no conversion needed.

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