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aluminum beverage can test grid
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aluminum beverage can

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Shared by @Chris Epler on Atomm

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Settings are starting points — always run a test cut on scrap before your final piece. Follow your manufacturer's guidance, wear eye protection, and ensure proper ventilation.

Laser Settings

Engrave · Vector · Curved surface
Power
100
Speed
2000
LPC
120
Passes
1
defocus
7 mm
Red Original Taste Coke can, on red area. LPC of 120 gives decent look at normal viewing distance but higher LPC may give slightly better results.

More aluminum beverage can settings

Same material on xTool F2. Engrave stays the same regardless of thickness; cut changes with thickness.

Engrave (any thickness)
P100 S2000 · this oneP80 S2400P80 S2000

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Machine Context

BrandxTool
ModelF2
Laser typeFiber/Infrared
Wattage5W

Compare against your own machine before treating these as a starting point.

Material Details

Materialaluminum beverage can
Color / Finishred
BrandThe Coca-Cola Company
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