Sculpfun SF-A9 — 3mm Basswood Plywood
2 community-tested settings for engrave, cut 3mm Basswood Plywood on the Sculpfun SF-A9. Always run a test on scrap material first.
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These 2 settings cover engrave and cut 3mm Basswood Plywood on the Sculpfun SF-A9 (40W diode laser). Wood results vary by grain direction and moisture content — always run a quick test on scrap before cutting your final piece.
2 settings
Frequently asked questions
What speed should I use to engrave 3mm Basswood Plywood on the Sculpfun SF-A9?
The top-rated community setting uses 6000 mm/min at 50% power. Very fast fill engrave at 6000 mm/min. Good contrast at 50%. Drop to 4000 mm/min for photo-quality detail work.
How many passes does the Sculpfun SF-A9 need to cut 3mm Basswood Plywood?
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 Basswood Plywood on the Sculpfun SF-A9?
Yes — 1 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.
What DPI should I use to engrave 3mm Basswood Plywood on the Sculpfun SF-A9?
Settings here use 254 DPI. For photographic detail or fine artwork, consider testing at higher DPI, but expect longer run times.
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Templates ready to cut on your Sculpfun SF-A9 once you've dialed in the settings.
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