Snapmaker Ray 40W — 3mm Mirrored Acrylic
2 community-tested settings for engraving 3mm Mirrored Acrylic on the Snapmaker Ray 40W. Always run a test on scrap material first.
These 2 settings cover engrave 3mm Mirrored Acrylic on the Snapmaker Ray 40W (40W diode laser). Cast acrylic engraves more cleanly than extruded; for cutting, a single clean pass at the right speed usually beats multiple passes.
2 settings
Frequently asked questions
What speed should I use to engrave 3mm Mirrored Acrylic on the Snapmaker Ray 40W?
The top-rated community setting uses 7000 mm/min at null% power. Engrave from the BACK side for a clean mirrored result.
How many passes does the Snapmaker Ray 40W need to engrave 3mm Mirrored 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 Mirrored Acrylic on the Snapmaker Ray 40W?
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 3mm Mirrored Acrylic on the Snapmaker Ray 40W?
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 Snapmaker Ray 40W once you've dialed in the settings.
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