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Laser Marquetry

Laser Marquetry. Makes extensive use of a PC?Import/modify existing artwork/patternsConvert pictures to line art (vectors)Draw original artOutput patterns for traditional marquetry?connected to a laser engraving machineTypically 25W to 45W CO2 laserMany manufacturers - $10K and up!X and Y directions to draw, Z direction to focusLooks just like a USB or Ethernet connected printer with extra features.

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Laser Marquetry

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    1. Laser Marquetry By Dave Fifield www.daveswoodenwonders.com

    2. Laser Marquetry Makes extensive use of a PC… Import/modify existing artwork/patterns Convert pictures to line art (vectors) Draw original art Output patterns for traditional marquetry …connected to a laser engraving machine Typically 25W to 45W CO2 laser Many manufacturers - $10K and up! X and Y directions to draw, Z direction to focus Looks just like a USB or Ethernet connected printer with extra features

    3. Laser Marquetry

    4. Laser Marquetry The laser basically replaces the fret saw in the double bevel marquetry method For marquetry, we use the laser engraver in vector cutting mode I have been experimenting with using raster engraving mode also – e.g. the face on my surfer girl picture To get a good fit, you have to cut the hole in the waster first, then cut the piece to fit in a tiny bit bigger Allows you to use the window method to choose veneer alignment Two techniques – faces down or face down on waster and face up on drop-in piece

    5. Laser Marquetry

    6. Laser Marquetry – Technique 1

    7. Laser Marquetry – Technique 1

    8. Laser Marquetry – Technique 2

    9. Laser Marquetry – Technique 2

    10. Laser Marquetry Usually use Corel Draw X3 s/w to generate the vector cutting pattern Wacom graphics tablet for drawing your own patterns Photograv s/w used to process pictures ready for engraving (rastering) Could use any art or graphics program you like though….

    11. Laser Marquetry So far, I have only used technique 1 for my pictures, but I have been experimenting with technique 2 I believe Hudson Bay Inlay use technique 2 Let’s do a demo!

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