2 community-tested settings for engrave Anodized Aluminum on the Sculpfun S9. Always run a test on scrap material first.
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These 2 settings cover engrave Anodized Aluminum on the Sculpfun S9 (10W diode laser). Metal marking typically requires Cermark spray or an anodized coating — bare metal cutting needs a much higher-powered machine.
2 settings
What speed should I use to engrave Anodized Aluminum on the Sculpfun S9?
The top-rated community setting uses 1000 mm/min at 70% power. Works on black anodized. Results vary by coating thickness.
Can the Sculpfun S9 cut Anodized Aluminum?
A 10W diode laser can mark or engrave metal surfaces but cannot cut through them — metal cutting requires a much higher-powered laser or a plasma cutter.
How many passes does the Sculpfun S9 need to engrave Anodized Aluminum?
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 Anodized Aluminum on the Sculpfun S9?
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 Anodized Aluminum on the Sculpfun S9?
Settings here use 254 DPI. For photographic detail or fine artwork, consider testing at higher DPI, but expect longer run times.
What software do I use with the Sculpfun S9 for Anodized Aluminum?
The Sculpfun S9 works with LightBurn. Enter the speed, power, and passes directly into your software's layer settings — no conversion needed.
Templates ready to cut on your Sculpfun S9 once you've dialed in the settings.
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