Hello All,
I always appreciate all of the help I receive on this site, Thanks!
Ok, Here goes,
I have two products that I have been using 6mm baltic birch for, but cutting has been inconsistent, and I am left with alot of waste and frustration by the end of each day. I have a 30 watt laser, 2" focal length, and have tried as many different ways as I can come up with for repeatable cuts. In focus, out of focus, double passes, focusing half way in, frequency adjustment, etc.
At this point, I believe I am just too close to the maximum output threshold for repeatability. I see a couple of different options,
3/16" Birch plywood- Seems a bit hard to come by, and I am at at least 3 times the cost of 1/4 inch
Purchase a planer to bring the 1/4" down a bit
Use LDF and veneer my own stuff
Find some Italian Poplar ply in 3/16"( not sure if it exists)
What would you do in my situation?
A new laser is not an option!
Thanks, Marc