Laser-engraved leather patches

Today we'll show you how you can make trendy leather patches with your laser.

Preparation

Material required

Genuine leather (leftover pieces)
Tape to fix it to the working table
Needle and thread to sew the patch onto fabrics post-processing

Laser machine used

Speedy 100, 40 watts
2" lens
Honeycomb table

Any Speedy laser engraving machine can be used to create the patches.

Tips

Use the 2" lens to achieve an even finish when engraving larger surfaces.

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Step by step

Print settings for laser engraving leather

Step 1

Step 1: Import design

The first stage is to create your own design or use our ready made template. We used the relief mode when laser engraving to obtain two different colours on the material in a single engraving. This saves time when processing large quantities of materials. Send the file to your laser with the recommended laser parameters, which will vary depending on your laser machine and its available laser power.

Print settings

Process mode	Resolution	Cut line
Relief	500 dpi	none

Halftone	Others
Colour	Optimised geometries, inner geometries first

Tip:

Use the grayscale matrix to determine the correct values for the relief mode.

Step 2

Step 2: Laser cutting and engraving the leather

Put the leather onto the laser machine's bed and secure it using the tape. Make sure that the surface is as even as possible as this will allow you to achieve a consistent engraving result. Engrave and cut the design.

Laser Parameters

Colour	Process	Power (%)	Speed (%)	ppi/Hz
Black	Engrave CO2	50	50	500
Red	Cut CO2	50	1.5	1000

Passes	Air Assist	Z-Offset	Advanced
1	on	-	High quality
1	on	-	-

Step 3

Step 3: Cleaning & sewing on

Remove your patch from the laser and if required, clean it using a damp cloth. Your patch can be attached to jeans, jackets, caps or other clothing items with a simple needle and thread.

Inspiration

Your imagination is the limit when creating designs for patches. From names and slogans to the logo of a start-up company or the local football team. Everything is possible, and the range of use is almost limitless.

Add extra value to your designs with personalisation.

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Questions about applications or settings?
We're happy to advise you from A for Air assist to Z for z-offset.

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