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== mirroring the inlay == | |||
Laser cut isn't quite perpendicular along z due to focus, i.e. it's smaller on the top of the cut. So, cut the inlay upside down (i.e. mirror it) so the the outermost part has best chance to fit. | |||
== focus to bottom of inlay? == | |||
Some people say it gives even better fit and finish - I have not tried this. I kind of doubt it makes much difference... {{TD Possum Lodge}} | |||
== Laser settings for veneer == | == Laser settings for veneer == | ||
Revision as of 06:17, 2013 March 20
Raster the area, cut the shape from veneer or cut two veneers
see also Adjusting for kerf size
mirroring the inlay
Laser cut isn't quite perpendicular along z due to focus, i.e. it's smaller on the top of the cut. So, cut the inlay upside down (i.e. mirror it) so the the outermost part has best chance to fit.
focus to bottom of inlay?
Some people say it gives even better fit and finish - I have not tried this. I kind of doubt it makes much difference... Template:TD Possum Lodge
Laser settings for veneer
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