Piece And Page Size - Epilog Fusion M2 32 Manual

SECTION 8: QUICK START GUIDE

Piece and Page Size

Piece and Page Size
Many users like to create their artwork on a page size that matches the size of the piece that is to be lasered. Compensating
for beveled edges or placing an image in an exact location is easy when there is a one-for-one relationship between the
material and the page size of the artwork. If this method works for you, remember that you must also set the Piece Size
dimensions in the Laser Dashboard to match the page size you have set in your graphics software.
On the other hand, many users do not want to change the Piece Size dimensions in the Dashboard every time they print
something new. They prefer to use a page size that matches the table size and place their artwork into the upper left corner
of the page. Both methods are effective and it is a matter of personal preference which method is used.
Place the material to be engraved on the engraving table in the upper left hand corner, pressing the material firmly against
the metal rulers along the top and left edges.
Most material does not need to be held or clamped in place. Simply setting it on the table and letting gravity hold it in place
is enough. If you are using a material that is likely to move during operation or is very thin, you can hold it in place using
the Epilog Integrated Vacuum Table. Simply place it on the table flush against the upper left hand rulers, then cover any
remaining holes in the metal table with scrap material or a jig. This will create a semi-suction and hold the piece of material
in place. The material can also be held with a variety of materials such as masking tape, clay, magnets, etc. Creating jigs
is also an excellent method of holding materials that are high volume, or high value. Engraving or cutting a jig to match an
unusual shape is very easy to do with the laser from scrap wood, acrylic or even cardboard.
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