Wall decoration: Letters
Create a wall decoration using TroGlass and wall distance holders.
Wall decoration: Letters
Create a wall decoration using TroGlass and wall distance holders.
Preparation
Used material
- 3 pcs. TroGlass in different colors
- Distance holders R15-15-FL
Machine used
- Speedy 400
- 120 watts
- 2" lens
- vacuum table with acrylic cutting grid table
Of course, this pattern can also be copied with all other machines of the Speedy laser engraver series.
Step by step
Step 1: Import the graphic file
Import our template and adapt it to your requirements. Send each of the jobs to the laser using the driver settings below.
Print Settings
Process mode | Resolution | Cut line |
---|---|---|
Standard | 500dpi | none |
Halftone | Others |
---|---|
Color | Optimized Geometries, inner geometries first |
Steps 2: Laser process
The laser parameters may vary depending on the type of laser machine and available laser power.
Laser parameters:
Color | Process | Power (%) | Speed (%) | ppi/Hz |
---|---|---|---|---|
red | Cut CO2 | 100 | 1,2 | 5000 |
Passes | Air Assist | Z-Offset | Direction | Advanced |
---|---|---|---|---|
1 | ON | - | - | - |
Step 3: Assembly
With the back plate mark the drill holes in your wall. After that place the plate to the wall and fix it with the distance holders to the wall. Now add the colored acrylic letters to the distance holders and secure them with an Allen key. That's how easy it is to make this individual wall decoration with distance holders.
Preparation
Materials
- 3 sheets of TroGlass in different colors
- Standoffs (quantity dependent on signage needs)
- 1 electric drill (with bit) or 1 screwdriver
- 1 Allen key
In the sample application described below, we used TroGlass Satins (1/8") and standoffs (product code: R15-15-FL) from Trotec.
Trotec Laser and Accessories
- Speedy 400 (120 W)
- 2" lens
- Vacuum table and acrylic cutting grid table
NOTE: You can use any laser system from the Speedy series for this application.
Step by step
Step 1: Prepare the Artwork
Create your own artwork, or download our template plates (above) and adjust it to your liking. Send the file to JobControl® using the recommended Print settings below.
Print Settings
Process mode | Resolution | Cut line |
---|---|---|
Standard | 500dpi | none |
Halftone | Others |
---|---|
Color | Optimized Geometries, inner geometries first |
Steps 2: Laser Cut the TroGlass Sheets
Place the first TroGlass sheet that you wish to process on the acrylic cutting grid table. Next, adjust the laser processing parameters.
Proceed to laser cut the sheet. Repeat this process for the other two TroGlass sheets.
NOTE: The optimal processing parameters may vary depending on your laser system's wattage.
Laser Parameters
Color | Process | Power (%) | Speed (%) | ppi/Hz |
---|---|---|---|---|
red | Cut CO2 | 100 | 1,2 | 5000 |
Passes | Air Assist | Z-Offset | Direction | Advanced |
---|---|---|---|---|
1 | ON | - | - | - |
Step 3: Affix the Decorative Lettering to the Wall
Use the square TroGlass lettering cutout to mark where to drill holes in your wall. Next, use an electric drill or screwdriver to drill the mounting screws (in the standoff kit) into the marked places on your wall.
Once the holes are drilled, mount the standoffs. Finally, hang the square cutout and the lettering cutouts (in that order) on the standoffs. Finally, secure the acrylic lettering to the standoffs with an Allen key.
More Ideas
- Experiment with different fonts to achieve different looks suited to your particular space (e.g., Courier New for a publisher's office)
- Use TroLase Metallic Plus to attain a metal-like effect
- Mix and match wood and TroGlass for an elegant twist to your decorative lettering