Easily Centre Designs

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meletcher2019
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Easily Centre Designs

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Hello :)
I am a LaserScript newbie - I bought the LS3040 60w in March and have been experimenting LOTS since then.

I was wondering if anyone knew the best way to get designs to centre on a material? For example if I wanted to engrave a design on the lid of a wooden box, how can I ensure the design is bang in the middle?

Thanks!
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HI - I tend to draw a box the same size as the item being engraved but set it to zero power. Centre the plan in the middle of the box and then download but with the lid open use test and then start to line the item up. Use a jig if it is multiple items. Use offcuts to place over the item and run a test to check alignment (make sure it will not cut through and damage the item).

Best
Dave
Using two LS3060's and an ex 3020 user
Please note I am not employed by HPC, any advice or recomendations I give are based on my own experience and are not necessarily the same as HPC's. First point of contact on any hardware issues should be with HPC
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Re: Easily Centre Designs

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That's a great idea, I'll try that :) Thanks very much for your help!
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