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Approved and Forbidden Laser Materials

Materials to use and not use in the CO2 Laser

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Approved and Forbidden Laser Materials
Materials to use and not use in the CO2 Laser
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Material Approved Details Status
Solid Wood Approved Avoid Oily Wood as it can catch fire Verified
Plywood: Approved Interior or “hobby” grades work best. The glue in exterior plywood is tough to cut, and tends to leave ragged charred edges. Avoid aircraft-grade plywood, the fire resistant glues doesn’t cut well. Verified
MDF and LDF: Approved MDF may char when cut. Verified
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