OMTech 80W CO2 — Genuine Leather (Veg-Tan, ~3mm)
2 community-tested settings for cut, engrave Genuine Leather (Veg-Tan, ~3mm) on the OMTech 80W CO2. Always run a test on scrap material first.
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These 2 settings cover cut and engrave Genuine Leather (Veg-Tan, ~3mm) on the OMTech 80W CO2 (80W CO₂ laser). Genuine leather tolerates lower power than faux leather; go slowly and increase passes rather than power to avoid scorching.
2 settings
Frequently asked questions
What speed should I use to cut Genuine Leather (Veg-Tan, ~3mm) on the OMTech 80W CO2?
The top-rated community setting uses 600 mm/min at 45% power. Equivalent to ~10mm/s. From LightBurn forum (forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/leather-engraving-and-cutting/98726). User reports 10mm/s at 45% on 50W OMTech — scale slightly for 80W by increasing speed to 12–14mm/s (720–840mm/min) at same power. Use 1 pass. Moderate air assist to avoid scorching edges. Thicker leather (4–5mm) may need 2 passes.
How many passes does the OMTech 80W CO2 need to cut Genuine Leather (Veg-Tan, ~3mm)?
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 Genuine Leather (Veg-Tan, ~3mm) on the OMTech 80W CO2?
Yes — 2 of the 2 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.
Now make something with Genuine Leather (Veg-Tan, ~3mm)
Templates ready to cut on your OMTech 80W CO2 once you've dialed in the settings.
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