Reference
Material Cut Settings
Starting point settings for the most common materials cut on SWYFT laser cutters. Always run a test cut before a production job.
How to use these settings
The settings below are starting points, not guarantees. Material thickness, ambient temperature, lens cleanliness, and beam alignment all affect cut quality. Always run a small test cut before starting a production job. Adjust speed down or power up if the cut does not pass through cleanly.
Delrin / Acetal (3mm)
100W: 30mm/s, 70% power, 1 pass. 130W: 40mm/s, 65% power, 1 pass. Delrin cuts cleanly with minimal edge treatment required. Air assist recommended.
Acrylic (3mm clear)
100W: 25mm/s, 65% power, 1 pass. 130W: 35mm/s, 60% power, 1 pass. Leave protective film on during cutting. Remove after cutting to reveal polished edges.
SWYFT Composite / SRPP (1.75mm)
100W: 40mm/s, 75% power, 1 pass. Cuts cleanly. Air assist recommended. Do not use excessive power — scorching reduces edge quality.
SWYFT Composite / SRPP (6mm foam core)
100W CO2 laser recommended. Starting point: 15mm/s, 70% power, 1 pass. The foam core may require slightly higher power than solid SRPP. Always test cut first. Multiple passes at lower power may improve edge quality.
Plywood / MDF (3mm)
100W: 25mm/s, 75% power, 1 pass. Wood density varies significantly by species and supplier. Test cut every new batch.
Materials not recommended
Do not cut polycarbonate (PC) on a CO2 laser — it produces hazardous chlorine gas. Do not cut PVC, vinyl, or any halogen-containing plastic. Do not attempt to cut metals. For polycarbonate and aluminum, use the OMIO CNC instead.
Full material settings PDF with extended tables for all thicknesses is in production. Contact support@swyftrobotics.com for immediate settings assistance.