Processing Flat Materials with LX2

This article provides a comprehensive guide on processing flat materials using the LaserPecker LX2. The maximum compatible material thickness depends on the accessories used with the LX2. Refer to the table below for the thickness limits of different accessory configurations:

Accessory	Compatible Material Thickness
None	0 – 45 mm
Cutting Slats	0 – 22 mm
Riser Base	16.5 – 150 mm
Riser Base + Flexible Fixture	0 – 60 mm
Riser Base + Conveyor Feeder	0 – 15 mm

# When Using LDS PC

Step 1: Place the Materials

(1) Place the material on the Base Plate.

(2) Ensure the processing mode is set to "Base Plate Mode". If not, switch it in the Processing section on the right panel.

Step 2: Refresh the Camera Background

(1) Close the machine's protective cover.

(2) Click the camera icon in the top-right corner of the LDS software to Refresh Background. Wait for the software to display the actual processing area.

Make sure the camera protective film has been removed before refreshing the background.

Step 3: Set the Laser Focus

The LX2 Distance Sensor can automatically measure the distance between the laser and the material surface. Manual input is also supported. The device adjusts the laser to the optimal focal position according to the Distance parameter.

Automatic Measurement

(1) Click Auto Measure, move the cursor to the processing material, and left-click. Wait for the machine to complete the measurement.

(2) The measured distance will appear in the input box next to the Auto Measure icon.

Ensure the Distance Sensor is not extended before measurement.

Manual Measurement

(1) Position the Laser Module above the material manually, and measure the distance from the material surface to the bottom edge of the Laser Module using a ruler.

(2) Enter the measured value in the distance input box.

Tips
Change the unit (mm/inch) via the Settings page in the top-left main menu.

Step 4: Design the Processing Objects

(1) Use the left toolbar to create basic graphics, text, draw patterns, import images, or use software-provided cliparts. Example: select a clipart.

(2) Select the object on the canvas to activate the top editing toolbar. Adjust position, size, and angle as needed.

Step 5: Set Processing Parameters

(1) Select the object to be processed.

(2) Set the processing mode and parameters in the right panel.

Tips
For detailed instructions on setting and saving parameters, see the Configure & Save LX2 Processing Parameters documentation.

Step 6: Preview the Processing Area

(1) Click Preview at the bottom-right, then Start Preview. The Red Crosshair laser will outline the processing object, allowing you to preview the area on the material.

(2) Click End Preview after confirming accuracy. If the processing area is not accurate, you can adjust the material position or the processing object in the software canvas and then preview it again.

Step 7: Start Processing

(1) Click "Process" located at the bottom-right corner of the interface.

(2) In the processing preview screen, you can review a simulated processing path as well as the estimated processing time.

Click the Play button in the lower-left corner to preview the toolpath simulation.
During playback, red lines indicate the Laser Trajectory, while black-filled areas show the actual engraving regions. You may enable or disable the Laser Trajectory display as needed.
Adjust the Playback Speed to control the animation rate.
Use the zoom controls to magnify or reduce the view for closer inspection of details.

(3) Once confirmed, click "Process" again at the bottom-right corner to proceed.

(4) Ensure all covers of the LX2 are securely closed, then press the device’s physical button to begin processing.

# When Using LDS App

Step 1 Place the Materials

Place the engraving material onto the Base Plate.
Tap the "Create" button to enter the canvas.

Step 2 Refresh the Camera Background

Tap the "Camera Snapshot" button in the lower-left corner of the canvas.
Tap "Refresh" to update the camera view.
Once refreshed successfully, the canvas will display the current image inside the machine.

Step 3 Set the Laser Focus

Choose one of the following methods to set the laser focus.

(1) Automatic Measurement

Tap the ruler icon in the lower-right corner of the canvas.
Tap "Auto Measure" button.
Follow the on-screen prompt and tap the target processing area. A blue cross mark will appear at the selected position.
Confirm that the cross mark is correctly positioned, then tap "Confirm" to start automatic focusing.

(2) Manual Measurement

Manually move the Laser Module above the material.
Use a ruler to measure the distance from the material surface to the bottom edge of the Laser Module.
Enter the measured value into the distance input box, then tap "Confirm".

Step 4 Create the Design

Import images, text, or patterns from the toolbar at the bottom of the canvas.
Swipe the editing bar to adjust the size and position of the design as needed.

Step 5 Preview the Engraving Area

Tap the "Preview" button in the upper-right corner of the canvas to enter the preview settings.
Tap "Preview" in the lower-left corner, then tap "Start Preview" in the pop-up window.

After confirming that the preview frame matches the intended engraving area:

Tap "Exit Preview", then tap "Cancel" to return to the canvas.

Step 6 Set Processing Parameters

Tap the "Process" button to enter the parameter settings page.

Select an element from the object list to configure its parameters.
Choose the material type; LDS will automatically apply recommended parameters.
For more information on Engraving Density and Overscan for LX2, refer to this article.