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Detailed Color Chart - Engraving Grid Test For Water Based Paint or Stain - Wood/Plywood

Instruction
Water Based Exterior Paint Grid Test.xcs
Water Based Exterior Paint Grid Test
.xcs
Application scenario
Laser processing (11min)
Machine & module
xTool P2
55W
Compatibles · 12
Material used
1/8"(3mm) Basswood Plywood
1/4"(6mm) Basswood Plywood
1/4"(6mm) Birch Plywood
1/8"(3mm) Birch Plywood
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Information

      Test a wide range of settings to ensure your engraves get through the wood stain. Use the colour chart to select the right settings to produce high contrast engraves on painted wood. Tested on water based low VOC paint
    

Instruction

1

Step1

Add your wood to the machine and use the built-in camera (or positioning system) to show the software where the wood is

2

Step2

Check your exhaust is vented outside

3

Step3

When ready, hit start on the software, then hit the button on the machine. Do not leave the machine unnatended whilst in use

4

Step4

After processing has completed, remove the material and wipe with alcohol gently if needed to remove soot. Do not sand the wood as it will remove the paint.

5

Step5

Check the colour chart, and if needed, adjust the settings and run it again

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xTool Supplies Used in This Project

xTool P2
xTool P2
1/8"(3mm) Basswood Plywood
1/8"(3mm) Basswood Plywood
1/4"(6mm) Basswood Plywood
1/4"(6mm) Basswood Plywood
1/4"(6mm) Birch Plywood
1/4"(6mm) Birch Plywood
1/8"(3mm) Birch Plywood
1/8"(3mm) Birch Plywood

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