Page 1 GalvoG100 Laser System Manual | Model 18000 Original Instructions Technical Support: +1 (303) 215-9171 Register your system now for driver Knowledge Base: support.epiloglaser.com updates and access to our Training Suite! System Registration: training.epiloglaser.com/register TRAINING.EPILOGLASER.COM/REGISTER Driver/Firmware: epiloglaser.com/tech-support/fusion- galvo-drivers/ UPDATED MAY 2023 | EPILOGLASER.COM/MANUALS...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS FIRE WARNING INTRODUCTION How to Use This Owner’s Manual ..........................2 Icons Used in this Manual ..............................2 Intended Use ................................... 4 SECTION 1: SAFETY Laser Safety ..................................... 7 Electrical Safety ..................................8 Safety Features and Regulatory Compliance ..................... 9 Do and Don’t ...................................13 Care Instructions.................................
Page 4 Fusion Galvo Laser Technical Specifications ....................119 SECTION 12: TECHNICAL SUPPORT Contacting Technical Support ..........................121 Join Epilog Laser’s Online Community ......................... 122 APPENDIX A: WARRANTY STATEMENT Warranty Statement for the Fusion Galvo Laser ................... 123 APPENDIX B: MATERIAL SETTINGS Fusion Galvo Suggested Material Settings (F163 Lens) ................
Page 5: Fire Warning
FIRE WARNING Fire Warning Your laser system uses a high intensity beam of light that can generate extremely high temperatures when it comes into contact with the material being engraved, marked or cut. Some materials are extremely flammable and can easily ignite and burst into open flame setting the machine afire.
Page 6: Introduction
You will be ready to use the Epilog Laser system as soon as you read the first few sections.
Page 7 INTRODUCTION Manufacturer: Epilog Laser 16371 Table Mountain Parkway Golden, CO 80403 Phone: +303-277-1188 www.epiloglaser.com Authorized Representative: Certification Experts Amerlandseweg 7 3621 ZC, Breukelen, The Netherlands - 3 -...
Page 8: Intended Use
INTRODUCTION Intended Use The model 18000 Epilog Fusion G100 galvo laser system is intended to be used for engraving and marking coated and bare metals. Some plastics can also be engraved or marked. The operator of the Epilog Model 18000 should be trained by an authorized Epilog representative before operating the laser system.
Page 9 In the case of accident or breakdown, contact Epilog Laser or your local Epilog representative for repair. Only Epilog Laser factory parts should be used to repair your laser system. The use of third party parts or components will void your warranty.
Page 11: Section 1: Safety
SECTION 1: SAFETY Laser Safety The Epilog Model 18000 Laser System is a Class 2 laser product, as defined in International Standard IEC 60825-1. The Epilog Model 18000 complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11, the Federal Performance Standards for Light-Emitting Products, except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No.
Page 12: Electrical Safety
SECTION 1: SAFETY The standard reference for laser safety is the American Standard for the Safe Use of Lasers, Z136.1-2000, developed by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). This reference is the basis for many of the federal regulations for laser and laser system manufacturers, and for the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) laser safety guidelines.
Page 13: Safety Features And Regulatory Compliance
SECTION 1: SAFETY Safety Features and Regulatory Compliance Epilog has incorporated specific safety features into the Model 18000 Laser System in order to meet the requirements of 21 CFR 1040 and the International Standard IEC 60825-1. These safety features include: •...
Page 14 SECTION 1: SAFETY 3. Descriptive Label: This label identifies the classification of the Model 18000 in accordance with 21 CFR 1040.10 and IEC 60825-1. It is located on the back of the machine, next to the Warning Logotype. 4. Non-interlocked Protective Housing Safety Labels: These labels are located on, or adjacent to, removable access covers on the machine’s cabinet as shown in the diagrams to follow.
Page 15 SECTION 1: SAFETY The following diagrams show the location of each specific label. Fusion Galvo G100: NON-INTERLOCKED HOUSING SAFETY LABEL P/N MT502-A4 NON-INTERLOCKED NON-INTERLOCKED HOUSING SAFETY LABEL HOUSING SAFETY LABEL P/N MT502-A4 P/N MT502-A4 DETAIL E SCALE 1 : 2 DETAIL E DETAIL E SCALE 1 : 2...
Page 16 NON-INTERLOCKED NON-INTERLOCKED NON-INTERLOCKED HOUSING SAFETY LABEL HOUSING SAFETY LABEL HOUSING SAFETY LABEL P/N MT502-A4 P/N MT502-A4 P/N MT502-A4 EPILOG LASER CORPORATION EPILOG LASER CORPORATION EPILOG LASER CORPORATION MODEL 18000 MODEL 18000 MODEL 18000 DRAWING NO. DRAWING NO. DRAWING NO. Epilog Laser...
Page 17: Do And Don't
SECTION 1: SAFETY Do and Don’t Don’t Do Not Run the Laser Unvented: Never operate the machine without a properly operating vent to the outside or to a filtration unit! Most material will only produce an irritating smoke when engraved. Some materials, including but not limited to paint, varnish, composition board and plastics, produce compounds that can be harmful if concentrated.
Page 18: Care Instructions
SECTION 1: SAFETY Care Instructions • Operating altitude – 3,500 meters max • Relative Humidity – 100% max, non-condensing • Disposal – The Galvo G100 is recyclable. Do not dispose of the machine in the trash. Electronic components should be disposed of in accordance with regional directives. •...
Page 19: Section 2: Getting Started
SECTION 2: GETTING STARTED Setting up your Epilog Laser System is easy to do! If you’ve ever installed a paper printer, this is only slightly more difficult. The following information will help you understand the entire system and how it works.
Page 20: Choose Where To Locate The System
Cooling Requirements and Operating Temperatures All Epilog Laser systems use air-cooled laser tubes. Laser technology is such that the laser tubes generate a lot of excess heat and the tubes must be cooled for proper operation. There are cooling fans located on both sides of the laser.
Page 21: Connecting The Exhaust
Please note that this is also a recommendation and not a requirement, because factors such as length and type of tubing from the Epilog laser to the exhaust fan and from the exhaust fan to the outside of the building can produce significant losses on the true amount of air that is drawn from the Epilog laser.
Page 22 SECTION 2: GETTING STARTED Epilog Exhaust/Filter Connections There is one 4” (102 mm) port attached to the back of the Fusion Galvo laser system. The exhaust port on the Fusion Galvo is approximately 17 inches (431.8 mm) from the top of the machine. Attach your ducting to the machine as shown in the diagram.
Page 23: Connecting Electrical Power
The Ethernet Port is a standard 1000Base-T connection, and is backwards compatible with 100 and 10Base-T. Your Epilog Laser has all of the versatility of a network capable peripheral. As such, there are many different ways that the laser can be connected to a computer or a network. Connect the Ethernet cable (included in the accessories kit) to the Ethernet port, located on the right-hand side of the machine.
Page 24: Power On The Laser
SECTION 2: GETTING STARTED 5. Power on the Laser When you boot up the Fusion Galvo for the first time, you will need to set up a few settings in the unboxing wizard to get started. On the first screen, select your preferred language and the click the next arrow.
Page 25 SECTION 2: GETTING STARTED 3. Follow the steps on the screen to run your first engraving using the anodized aluminum piece included in your Training Suite Kit. Press the green next arrow. 4. At the Job Menu, select the job “Epilog Demo” and then press the Go/Stop button at the machine to begin running your first job.
Page 26: Set The Fusion Galvo's Ip Address
SECTION 2: GETTING STARTED 6. Set the Fusion Galvo’s IP Address Ethernet Setup A screen will appear asking how you would like to connect your laser. Select “Ethernet”. 2. Select the text in the IP Address box and type in whichever IP Address you prefer to use. Most Epilog users will use the IP Address of 192.168.3.10 which is what we use in this manual.
Page 27 SECTION 2: GETTING STARTED USB Cable Setup A screen will appear asking how you would like to connect your laser. Select “USB”. 2. Enter the “IP Address” & MAC, the IP Address will be 169.254.7.2. Press the Green arrow to complete the setup.
Page 28 SECTION 2: GETTING STARTED Wireless Setup A screen will appear asking how you would like to connect your laser. Select “Wireless”. 2. On the next screen, select your wireless network from the list and press the green next arrow. Select “WPA2 Personal”...
Page 29: Install The Software Suite & Set Up Your Laser
SECTION 2: GETTING STARTED 3. Select “Obtain an IP Address Automatically” and click the green arrow to finish setup. Once connected, your screen will show a green check mark. Press the green next arrow. 7. Install the Software Suite & Set Up Your Laser Follow the instructions for the remainder of the setup.
Page 30: Sign Up For Driver Updates And Register Your System
SECTION 2: GETTING STARTED 8. Sign Up for Driver Updates and Register Your System Go to www.epiloglaser.com/register and register your system. You can also sign up for our weekly e-newsletter, quarterly customer printed newsletter, and sign up for driver update notifications. - 26 -...
Page 31: Section 3: Software Installation
SECTION 3: SOFTWARE INSTALLATION Epilog Software Suite Instructions The Epilog Software Suite consists of the Job Manager & Dashboard. The Software Suite is a powerful new tool that will quickly become one of your favorite features on your laser system. From one piece of software, you can access any job you have sent to the laser, view the settings you used on any past job, re-run projects, access your material database, and much more.
Page 32 SECTION 3: SOFTWARE INSTALLATION 3. Select “Remove all components” and then click “Next”. 4. Click “Uninstall”. 5. Click Finish to complete the uninstallation of the previous Job Manager. - 28 -...
Page 33: How To Install The Epilog Software Suite
SECTION 3: SOFTWARE INSTALLATION How to Install the Epilog Software Suite Go to epiloglaser.com/drivers and select the Epilog Fusion Galvo. Then click on the Epilog Software Suite to download the installation file. 2. The installation file will download as a .zip folder that will need to be extracted. Right click the folder and click “Extract All”.
Page 34 SECTION 3: SOFTWARE INSTALLATION 3. A welcome screen appears, click Next. 4. Select a directory location for the installation file and click Next. - 30 -...
Page 35 SECTION 3: SOFTWARE INSTALLATION 5. Read and accept the license agreements and click Next. 6. Click Next to use the default start menu, or choose a start menu name of your choice. - 31 -...
Page 36 SECTION 3: SOFTWARE INSTALLATION Click Install to begin the installation. 8. The Epilog Software Suite will begin installing, during the installation a dialog box will pop up to also install the AGPL Ghostscript Package, click Next. - 32 -...
Page 37 SECTION 3: SOFTWARE INSTALLATION Read and accept the AGPL Ghostscript License Agreement, then click Next. 10. Click Finish to complete the AGPL Ghostscript installation and resume the Epilog Software Suite installation. - 33 -...
Page 38 SECTION 3: SOFTWARE INSTALLATION 11. Select whether or not you want to run the program now. Click Finish to complete the installation. 12. An icon for the Job Manager will be automatically added to your Desktop. You are now ready to use the Job Manager.
Page 39: Windows 8/10: Ethernet Installation
SECTION 3: SOFTWARE INSTALLATION Windows 8/10: Ethernet Installation Set Up TCP/IP Address in the Computer Go to your Network and Sharing Center in your computer’s Control Panel. Click Change Adapter Settings. 2. Right click Local Area Connection, then click Properties. - 35 -...
Page 40 SECTION 3: SOFTWARE INSTALLATION 3. Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IP). Make sure you do not select Version 6. Then click Properties. 4. Select Use the following IP Address. Type in the following IP Address: 192.168.3.3. This number is not an error; the last digit of the IP address in this window must be different than the IP address you set in the laser.
Page 41: Windows 8/10: Usb Installation
SECTION 3: SOFTWARE INSTALLATION Windows 8/10: USB Installation To prepare your computer for USB installation, the IP Address under your Internet Protocol properties should be set to “Obtain an IP address automatically.” The IP Address on your machine should also match the IP Address on the Job Manager. For more information, see “USB Connection”...
Page 42: Important Job Manager Notes
SECTION 3: SOFTWARE INSTALLATION Disable all Virus and Spyware Protection Features. After the Job Manager has been installed go back into your Anti-Virus software and re-enable the setting that was disabled. Important Job Manager Notes • Warning: Before activating your laser, install the newest version of the Software Suite to properly associate the correct machine with the Job Manager.
Page 43: Section 4: The Job Manager
SECTION 4: THE JOB MANAGER Using the Epilog Job Manager The first time you open the Job Manager you will need to add your machine, select “Add Laser System” to begin. Note: You will need to activate two separate laser systems in the Job Manager for both 4”x4” &...
Page 44 SECTION 4: THE JOB MANAGER 3. Select which Fiber laser is installed in your machine. 4. Enter the IP Address, Serial Number and Field size, then click Next. 5. Lastly, give this laser system a name. Note: We recommend using the wattage and field size in the name. - 40 -...
Page 45 SECTION 4: THE JOB MANAGER 6. Your new laser has been activated in the Job Manager and now appears in the left panel. It is now ready to accept jobs from the print driver. Use the Add or Delete buttons to add or remove additional machines.
Page 46: Printing To The Epilog Job Manager
SECTION 4: THE JOB MANAGER Printing to the Epilog Job Manager Create a file in your graphic software and select Print. When the print dialog opens up, make sure you select Epilog Engraver as your printer and set the Page to Match Orientation and Size. Once your desired settings are selected, click Print again.
Page 47: Organizing Your Print Jobs
SECTION 4: THE JOB MANAGER Organizing Your Print Jobs Once the Job Manager is open, click the Jobs tab. All print jobs sent to the Job Manager from the Dashboard will be displayed in the Uncategorized Jobs folder by default. Printed jobs that are not sent to the Job Manager can be found in the Temporary Jobs folder.
Page 48 SECTION 4: THE JOB MANAGER Type in the folder name and click the check mark to create your new folder. Move an Uncategorized File to a Folder When you select a folder, you will see From Uncategorized on the right side of the folder. Click From Uncategorized to move a job from the Uncategorized Jobs folder to this subfolder.
Page 49 SECTION 4: THE JOB MANAGER Create Subfolders First, select the folder in the left panel where you want to add a subfolder. Below we have selected the Betty’s Electronics folder. Click the Add Subfolder icon. Type the subfolder name in the Add Subfolder field, then click the check mark to create the subfolder.
Page 50: Previewing Your Job
SECTION 4: THE JOB MANAGER Switch Machine Selection By clicking on the machine photo in the upper left corner, you can quickly change which machine model you want to have active. Previewing Your Job To view a live preview of the job, double click on a job in the Jobs Tab. A Preview Tab will open and you can preview the combined raster vector job, just the raster components, or just the vector components.
Page 51: Searching For A Job
SECTION 4: THE JOB MANAGER Searching for a Job The Job Manager has a powerful search function. Type in part of a file name and press enter to find all files related to that name. You can organize files by Standard, Created, Last Printed, or Alphabetically to find a specific file.
Page 52: Vector Sorting
SECTION 4: THE JOB MANAGER Under the Jobs tab you can modify, print or save jobs from this window using the listed settings or with new settings. The new settings will be saved as the next print job complete with time stamp and date. You’ll see which machine it was printed to, when it was first printed (Initial Print), all subsequent prints, and all laser parameters used.
Page 53: Material Settings Tab
SECTION 4: THE JOB MANAGER None: Vector line cutting order is determined by the order they were created. 2. Inside/Out: All internal vector paths in the file will be process prior to the external vector paths. For example, if cutting the letter O, the inner oval will be cut before the outer oval. 3.
Page 54 SECTION 4: THE JOB MANAGER 2. Name the folder and click the check mark to save it. 3. Now go to the Epilog Dashboard and set up the file to your preferred settings. Click on the process that has settings you want to save. In this example we have clicked on Blue. The Process box should open, then click the “Export Settings to Material”...
Page 55 SECTION 4: THE JOB MANAGER 4. A box will appear asking you to name the Material Setting and select a folder to save it in. Fill out this information and then click “Save”. - 51 -...
Page 56 SECTION 4: THE JOB MANAGER Importing Material Settings To import previously saved settings to a new job, click on the process you want to apply the settings to. Then click the “Import Material Settings” button. 2. A box will appear asking you to select the settings you want to load into this process. Select your settings and click “Import”.
Page 57: Job Settings Tab
SECTION 4: THE JOB MANAGER Job Settings Tab The Job Settings Tab allows you to store all the information that is in a job, except for the artwork, as a file you may import into future jobs. If you have a project you run frequently that requires the same settings every time, this feature allows you to import those settings quickly.
Page 58 SECTION 4: THE JOB MANAGER Importing Job Settings To import previously saved settings to a new job, click the Import Job Settings button at the bottom of the screen. 2. A box will appear asking you to select the settings you want to load into this job. Select your settings and click “Import”.
Page 59: Using The Material Setting Configurations
SECTION 4: THE JOB MANAGER Default Job Settings If you are consistently using the same job settings every time you send a new job to the laser, setting your own default job settings is a useful way to save time and run new jobs quickly. This is useful when you’re working with the same materials frequently that require the same Speed, Power, and Frequency/ Resolution settings.
Page 60 SECTION 4: THE JOB MANAGER To use the Material Settings that are automatically loaded in your Job Manager, go to the Jobs tab and double-click on the job you want to process. Click the Import Material Settings icon. - 56 -...
Page 61: Changing Program Settings
SECTION 4: THE JOB MANAGER Navigate to the material setting you need. We have highlighted Clipart/Text Engraving 500 DPI on Wood. Click Import. Your new settings have been automatically applied to your job file. You can now save the job file, save the job settings as a different name, or print the job.
Page 62 SECTION 4: THE JOB MANAGER Job Manager Tab: • Close After Saving: When “Save” is clicked, and this option is on, the job edit dialog will be closed. • Close After Printing: When “Print” is clicked, and this option is on, the job edit dialog will be closed. Alerts Tab: Choose when the program asks for confirmation when you delete machines, folders, subfolders, or jobs and materials.
Page 63: Troubleshooting The Job Manager
SECTION 4: THE JOB MANAGER Troubleshooting the Job Manager If you’re having trouble getting the Job Manager to load, or having an error that the Job Manager cannot communicate with the Dashboard, your computer’s graphics card may need to be updated. To do so, follow the steps below: In the Windows search bar, search for “Device Manager”.
Page 64 SECTION 4: THE JOB MANAGER 3. Choose which way you want to search for an update for your driver and then update the driver. 4. Restart your computer and open the Job Manager. If the problem persists, contact Technical Support. - 60 -...
Page 65: Section 5: The Laser Dashboard
SECTION 5: THE LASER DASHBOARD The Epilog Dashboard is your portal between your graphic file and the laser. Install your Dashboard as part of the Software Suite at epiloglaser.com/drivers. There are four main areas we’ll cover to get you started: Sending Your First Project from CorelDRAW and Adobe Illustrator 2.
Page 66: Setting Up Coreldraw For The Laser
SECTION 5: THE LASER DASHBOARD Setting Up CorelDRAW for the Laser If you are using CorelDRAW, first make this quick, one time change to the settings. Go to Tools > Options > Global > Printing > Driver Compatibility. 2. Select Epilog Engraver from the drop-down list. 3.
Page 67: Sending Your First Project
SECTION 5: THE LASER DASHBOARD Sending Your First Project When you have your file designed, print it to the laser. Choose the Epilog Engraver as your printer and set the Page to Match Orientation and Size. 2. Click on the Color tab and select Output colors as RGB. - 63 -...
Page 68 SECTION 5: THE LASER DASHBOARD 3. Click on the PostScript tab and uncheck “Convert True Type to Type 1”. 4. You will need to save these setting under the CorelDRAW Print style defaults by returning to the General tab, and clicking “Save As”. 5.
Page 69 SECTION 5: THE LASER DASHBOARD 6. Then click Print. Your file will open in the Laser Dashboard. Select “To Fit” to zoom in on your object. - 65 -...
Page 70 SECTION 5: THE LASER DASHBOARD 8. On the right side of the screen you can see two processes in the process list: Hatch and Vector. These layers automatically separated because we set the line width of cut lines to .003” (0.077 mm) or thinner).
Page 71: Setting Up Adobe Illustrator For The Laser
SECTION 5: THE LASER DASHBOARD Setting Up Adobe Illustrator for the Laser If you are using Adobe Illustrator, you will need to use the following settings when printing to the Software Suite. In Illustrator click File > Print when you’re ready to send your artwork to the Software Suite. 2.
Page 72 SECTION 5: THE LASER DASHBOARD Sending Vector Marking Paths from Illustrator To automatically designate a path as a vector cut, set the line thickness to a 0.1pt thickness or less. To set the stroke thickness, select the outlined graphics item and view the properties tab on the right-hand side of the screen.
Page 73: Dashboard Settings
SECTION 5: THE LASER DASHBOARD Dashboard Settings Auto Focus Select Auto Focus when you want to use the machine’s Auto Focus capabilities. You can choose between On or Off. This enables the “Thickness” setting for each process. For more information about Auto Focus, see “Auto Focus”...
Page 74 SECTION 5: THE LASER DASHBOARD 3. With the Engrave process selected, we can now adjust the settings for this process. • Process Type: Click on the process name (“Hatch” or “Engrave” in this Hatching Process example) to rename the process. •...
Page 75: Presetting Your Vector Lines
SECTION 5: THE LASER DASHBOARD Vector Process • Direction: Choose whether you want the engraving to start at the bottom of your piece or the top. For more information, see “Engrave Direction” on page 82. 4. Repeat this set up with the Vector process layer. 5.
Page 76: Placing Your Artwork
SECTION 5: THE LASER DASHBOARD Placing Your Artwork With the Laser Dashboard, you can move your image anywhere on the page to line up with your material on the table. There is no need to precisely place your artwork in your design software, because you can align it with your material using the live camera system on the Fusion Galvo.
Page 77: Dividing Your Job Into Processes
SECTION 5: THE LASER DASHBOARD Dividing Your Job Into Processes When you have your job in the Dashboard, there are several ways to split your project into separate processes. Split by Hairline When you print your file to the laser, you can manually select to split your processes by hairline. Click on the process and select “Split by Hairlines”.
Page 78 SECTION 5: THE LASER DASHBOARD Split by Selection After you have ungrouped your artwork, select a portion of your artwork you want to separate into its own process and select “+ Selection”. In this example we have moved the text into a separate process from the other graphics, letting us adjust the speed and power settings for just that portion of the engraving.
Page 79 SECTION 5: THE LASER DASHBOARD Merging Processes If you want certain processes to be engraved at the same time with the same settings, you may merge them into one process. Click on the process you want to merge with other processes, then click on the icon next to “Merge with”.
Page 80 SECTION 5: THE LASER DASHBOARD If you want to merge multiple processes all at once, hold down “Ctrl” on your keyboard before clicking on multiple processes in the list. Once you let go of the “Ctrl” button, all of the processes should be merged together as one process. - 76 -...
Page 81: Editing Artwork With Live View
SECTION 5: THE LASER DASHBOARD Editing Artwork with Live View Occasionally you may want to edit your engraving artwork to fit a uniquely shaped object. With the IRIS™ Camera on the Fusion Galvo, you can copy the live preview image of your engraving piece and open it up in your preferred graphic software.
Page 82 SECTION 5: THE LASER DASHBOARD 5. To make our artwork follow the shape of the inner circle, we will need to trace the area we want to place the text with the Circle shape tool. 6. Once the shape is where you want it, select the Text tool and move the mouse over the circle until you see a curved line icon appear.
Page 83 SECTION 5: THE LASER DASHBOARD The text box will appear and anything typed out will automatically follow the path of the line. Adjust your font face and size as needed. 8. Once your text is ready, select the circle you used to curve the text with the Shape tool Then click on the Pick tool and hit “Delete”...
Page 84: Saving Your Settings
SECTION 5: THE LASER DASHBOARD 11. The text should now fit the shape of your engraving piece and be ready to print with your preferred settings. Saving Your Settings You have two ways you can save settings for your jobs - by material and by job. Settings by Material: Next to each process you will see a small upload and download folder icon.
Page 85: File Settings
SECTION 5: THE LASER DASHBOARD 2. Settings by Job: Your settings for the entire job can be saved by clicking on the folder icons at the bottom of the Dashboard. • Click the folder with the down arrow to import saved job settings. •...
Page 86: Settings In Detail
SECTION 5: THE LASER DASHBOARD Settings in Detail Resolution Set your print resolution anywhere from 75 to 1200 DPI. For the best engraving results, use a resolution equal to the resolution in the raster images within your project setup. We recommend using a resolution of 400-500 for most standard engraving jobs.
Page 87: Guidelines
SECTION 5: THE LASER DASHBOARD Frequency The frequency setting is only active on vector processes, and controls the number of laser pulses that the laser fires per inch of travel. The frequency is set in the dashboard and can be adjusted from 1 to 100%. A lower frequency number will have the effect of less heat because fewer pulses are being used to cut the material.
Page 88 SECTION 5: THE LASER DASHBOARD Creating and Modifying Guidelines Once a guideline has been created, it can be modified by clicking and dragging an end point. This will move that end point while keeping the other end point in the same place. Alternatively, click and drag anywhere else along the guideline to move the entire line.
Page 89 SECTION 5: THE LASER DASHBOARD Snapping can be turned off by unchecking the “Snapping” checkbox just above the job preview area. Snapping Artwork to Guidelines Artwork can also snap to guidelines. Once you have created your guidelines, switch back to the default selection tool.
Page 90: Processes Tab
SECTION 5: THE LASER DASHBOARD Guideline Tips Moving and aligning objects to the center point of your material: Draw two guidelines along the vertical or horizontal Galvos of your material. 2. Draw a guideline connecting the midpoints of the two lines. Remember to hold “Alt”...
Page 91: Advanced Tab
SECTION 5: THE LASER DASHBOARD Advanced Tab On the Advanced tab, you can change settings that will affect the entire job. • Copies: Set the number of times you would like to rerun the job. If you have 2 processes, the laser will complete each of the two processes, then run the two processes a second time.
Page 92: Additional Coreldraw Laser Dashboard Features
SECTION 5: THE LASER DASHBOARD Additional CorelDRAW Laser Dashboard Features Each program you use will provide different ways to manage these functions. CorelDRAW offers a very straight forward way to access each of these features. Multiple Passes You can automatically engrave or cut a job multiple times by setting the Number of Copies to the number of passes that you want to make.
Page 93: Section 6: Control Panel
SECTION 6: CONTROL PANEL Display The display shows valuable information associated with the highlighted Functional Menu items. We will explain the different information that will be displayed as we go through the description of each menu item. Reset Power Door Open/Close Speed Focus Menu Job Menu...
Page 94 SECTION 6: CONTROL PANEL • Pressing the Go/Stop button during a running job will stop the lens carriage and the laser beam will be shut off. If the Go/Stop button is pressed during raster engraving mode, the lens carriage will pause on either the far left or far right of the engraving line that is in process.
Page 95 SECTION 6: CONTROL PANEL Pointer The Pointer key is a toggle switch that turns the laser system’s Red Dot Pointer on and off. For more information visit “Red Dot Pointer” on page 116. The Jog function allows you to move the laser beam around the table with the use of the Joystick.
Page 96 SECTION 6: CONTROL PANEL • After the job starts, the job’s settings and a timer will be activated and will be shown at the bottom of the display. • Saved jobs will always be visible at the bottom of the list with a save icon next to the job name. •...
Page 97 SECTION 6: CONTROL PANEL Delete Button The Delete Button will permanently erase jobs from the Job Menu. To delete a job, select the job in the Job Menu, and then select the Delete Button. A dialog will pop up to confirm that you want to delete the file. Select “Yes”...
Page 98 SECTION 6: CONTROL PANEL Advanced Settings Access the Advanced Settings Menu by first going to the Settings Menu, then long pressing the text “Settings” at the top of the screen. In this menu you have options for calibrating various parts of the machine, including the Joystick, Cameras and Auto Focus.
Page 99 SECTION 6: CONTROL PANEL Jog Menu Access the Jog Menu by pressing the Jog key, which will turn green when active. The Jog Menu is used to control the Rotary Attachment on the Fusion Galvo G100. Locking Coordinates The X and Y coordinates may be locked and unlocked to help you fine- tune the laser beam’s position.
Page 100 SECTION 6: CONTROL PANEL Focus Menu To access the Focus Menu press the Focus key, which turns green when active. The Focus Menu is used for raising or lowering the table level to focus the laser precisely to your engraving or cutting material using the Focus Gauge.
Page 101: Job Storage
SECTION 6: CONTROL PANEL Joystick The Joystick feature is used in Jog mode and Focus mode. The Joystick is progressive and touch sensitive and provides a continuously variable range of adjustments. It is sensitive to the degree of tilt that is being applied.
Page 103: Section 7: Quick Start Guide
SECTION 7: QUICK START GUIDE Artwork Setup Create your job in the graphics software of your choice, such as CorelDraw or Adobe Illustrator. There are three different modes of operation for the laser and the way you setup your artwork will determine if you use Hatch, Engrave, or Vector.
Page 104: Resolution
SECTION 7: QUICK START GUIDE Where do I set the Vector Line Width? Different software packages set the line width in different places. In CorelDRAW, you can find the outline width in the top menu bar when a vector line is selected.
Page 105 SECTION 7: QUICK START GUIDE Engraving Resolution Settings: 75 – 300 DPI These resolution values are typically used for non-production purposes where you want to experiment with image location, or if you want to quickly produce a rough draft. Low resolution settings are also useful when engraving products that you don’t want to remove too much material from while engraving, such as fabric.
Page 107: Section 8: System Features
SECTION 8: SYSTEM FEATURES IRIS Camera Positioning System The Fusion Galvo includes the IRIS Camera Positioning System which allows you to precisely place your artwork on screen in seconds. The overhead camera provides a live picture of the working area for accurate artwork placement. Using the IRIS™...
Page 108: Exhaust
SECTION 8: SYSTEM FEATURES Exhaust The exhaust feature on the Fusion Galvo Laser is used to keep combustible gases away from the marking surface. Auto Focus vs Manual Focus In order to engrave or cut a crisp, clean image, your material must be the correct distance from the bottom of the focus lens.
Page 109: Red Dot Pointer
SECTION 8: SYSTEM FEATURES Section under each individual process. If all processes in your job need to be focused at the same level, it may save you time to enter the thickness before splitting the job into multiple processes. For more information on splitting processes see “Dividing Your Job Into Processes”...
Page 110: Emergency Stop
SECTION 8: SYSTEM FEATURES Emergency Stop Above the display panel, you will see a large, red Emergency Stop Button. If there is an emergency, such as a fire, immediately press the Emergency Stop Button. The laser will immediately stop and the system will shut down. To reset the system on the Galvo G100, you must turn off the system using the Key Switch, then twist the Emergency Stop Button clockwise to release the system, then turn on the laser.
Page 111: Calibration Mat
SECTION 8: SYSTEM FEATURES Calibration Mat The Calibration Mat used for calibrating the camera is included with your machine and can be stored in the pocket located on the back of the machine. For more information on calibration, see “APPENDIX C: SYSTEM MAINTENANCE”...
Page 113: Section 9: Upgrading Firmware
SECTION 9: UPGRADING FIRMWARE How to Upgrade Your When you download the firmware it comes as a compressed file in the following format: X.X.X.X.zip. The X’s designate the actual version of Firmware the firmware. Once downloaded, unzip the file by right-clicking on the file and selecting “Unzip To”...
Page 114 SECTION 9: UPGRADING FIRMWARE 3. Plug the USB drive into the Fusion Galvo and 4. The machine will need to reboot to run in Update Mode. Turn the machine off and then it will detect the drive as it powers on. The machine will ask if you would like to update.
Page 115 SECTION 9: UPGRADING FIRMWARE Note: Canceling will prompt you to 8. Once the update has completed you will see “Success” on the screen. Click “Ok”. power cycle the machine to reboot into the current firmware version you Fusion Update v1.2 have loaded on the machine.
Page 116 SECTION 9: UPGRADING FIRMWARE Ethernet Transfer 5. Put the .swu file in the upload box and this will initiate the update. Fusion Update v1.2 With an Ethernet cable you may transfer the firmware update file (.swu) directly from your computer to the machine. Please make sure the Ethernet cable is plugged in completely on both ends.
Page 117 SECTION 9: UPGRADING FIRMWARE The next screen will prompt you to power cycle the machine in order to boot into the new firmware. Turn the machine off and then back on again. Fusion Update v1.2 Power Cycle 8. Your firmware should now be updated and be ready to use once the machine boots up.
Page 119: Section 10: Engraving Materials
SECTION 10: ENGRAVING MATERIALS Fiber Laser Materials/Techniques The fiber laser can etch and mark a wide variety of metals and plastics. Below are a few techniques for creating different marks including annealing, polishing and etching into metals, as well as information on plastic marking with the fiber laser.
Page 120 SECTION 10: ENGRAVING MATERIALS Metal Polishing Polishing of metals is accomplished by quickly heating up the metal’s surface, changing its color, resulting in a mirror-like finish. Polishing can be done on just about any metal including, but not limited to, raw alloys, heat-treated metals, plated metals and precious metals.
Page 121 SECTION 10: ENGRAVING MATERIALS • Medium to high frequency (50-100%) is helpful for processing plastics as it provides a steadier stream of laser power per pulse. Using a low frequency would result in inconsistent contrast and possibly cause foaming of the surface. •...
Page 123: Section 11: Specifications
SECTION 11: SPECIFICATIONS Fusion Galvo Laser Technical Specifications Fusion Galvo (F163 lens) Fusion Galvo (F254 lens) Maximum 4” x 4” (101 x 101 mm) 6” x 6” (152 x 152 mm) Engraving Area Max Material Thickness 10” (254 mm) 6” (152 mm) Laser Source Wattages 30-watt pulsed, 30-watt MOPA, or 60-watt MOPA fiber configurations.
Page 125: Section 12: Technical Support
SECTION 12: TECHNICAL SUPPORT Contacting Technical Support The technical support department at Epilog is available to assist with solving problems you may encounter using your Epilog. Please review first the common problems and solutions as noted below, then if you are still in need of assistance you may contact Epilog’s technical support department at the number or website listed below.
Page 126: Join Epilog Laser's Online Community
SECTION 12: TECHNICAL SUPPORT Join Epilog Laser’s Online Community Find out the latest Epilog news, keep in touch with our customers, and stay connected through our social media channels! Facebook page: www.facebook.com/epiloglaser Fan page: www.facebook.com/groups/75753849193/ Youtube channel: www.youtube.com/epiloglaser Twitter: www.twitter.com/EpilogLaser Instagram: www.instagram.com/epiloglaser/...
Page 127: Appendix A: Warranty Statement
APPENDIX A: WARRANTY STATEMENT Warranty Statement for the Fusion Galvo Laser Epilog Corporation warrants to the original purchaser of Epilog Fusion Model 18000 that the product will be free from defects in material or workmanship when purchased, and under proper, normal use within two (2) years from the original date of purchase.
Page 129: Appendix B: Material Settings
APPENDIX B: MATERIAL SETTINGS Fusion Galvo Suggested Material Settings (F163 Lens) Material 30 watt pulsed 30 watt MOPA 60 watt MOPA Aluminum (Anodized) Etching/Marking Angle: 0 / 90 Angle: 45 / 90 Angle: 45 / 90 Speed: 100% Speed: 100% Speed: 100% Power: 75% Power: 60%...
Page 130 APPENDIX B: MATERIAL SETTINGS Fusion Galvo Suggested Material Settings (F163 Lens) Material 30 watt pulsed 30 watt MOPA 60 watt MOPA Black Acrylic (White mark) Angle: 45 / 90 Angle: 45 / 90 Speed: 100% Speed: 100% Power: 65% Power: 50% Frequency: 1% Frequency: 1% Waveform: 4...
Page 131 APPENDIX B: MATERIAL SETTINGS Fusion Galvo Suggested Material Settings (F163 Lens) Material 30 watt pulsed 30 watt MOPA 60 watt MOPA Titanium and Ti alloys are highly amenable to marking at this wavelength. Similar to aluminum, a black mark from the etching process is difficult to achieve. Various shades of gray can be made, from very dark gray to light gray.
Page 132 APPENDIX B: MATERIAL SETTINGS Powder Coating Etching/Marking Angle: 90 / 45 / 315 Angle: 45 / 90 /315 Angle: 45 / 90 Speed: 50% / 50% / 100% Speed: 50% / 100% Speed: 50% Power: 100% / 100% / 50% Power: 100% / 100% / 50% Power: 100% Frequency: 1% / 1% / 25%...
Page 133 If you have difficulty in finding the correct setting you can send a sample to the Epilog Laser Applications lab. We will determine if the material can be marked and provide appropriate setting for your laser.
Page 134: Fusion Galvo Suggested Material Settings (F254 Lens)
APPENDIX B: MATERIAL SETTINGS Fusion Galvo Suggested Material Settings (F254 Lens) Material 30 watt pulsed 30 watt MOPA 60 watt MOPA Aluminum (Anodized) Etching/Marking Angle: 0 / 90 Angle: 45 / 90 Angle: 45 / 90 Speed: 100% Speed: 100% Speed: 100% Power: 75% Power: 60%...
Page 135 APPENDIX B: MATERIAL SETTINGS Fusion Galvo Suggested Material Settings (F254 Lens) Material 30 watt pulsed 30 watt MOPA 60 watt MOPA Black Acrylic (White mark) Angle: 45 / 90 Angle: 45 / 90 Speed: 100% Speed: 100% Power: 55% Power: 40% Frequency: 1% Frequency: 1% Waveform: 4...
Page 136 APPENDIX B: MATERIAL SETTINGS Fusion Galvo Suggested Material Settings (F254 Lens) Material 30 watt pulsed 30 watt MOPA 60 watt MOPA Titanium and Ti alloys are highly amenable to marking at this wavelength. Similar to aluminum, a black mark from the etching process is difficult to achieve. Various shades of gray can be made, from very dark gray to light gray.
Page 137 APPENDIX B: MATERIAL SETTINGS Powder Coating Etching/Marking Angle: 90 / 45 / 315 Angle: 45 / 90 Angle: 90 / 45 / 315 Speed: 50% / 50% / 100% Speed: 50% Speed: 100 % Power: 100% / 100% / 60% Power: 100% Power: 100% / 45% Frequency: 1% / 1% / 10%...
Page 138 If you have difficulty in finding the correct setting you can send a sample to the Epilog Laser Applications lab. We will determine if the material can be marked and provide appropriate setting for your laser.
Page 139: Appendix C: System Maintenance
APPENDIX C: SYSTEM MAINTENANCE Calibrating the Auto 6. Press the Settings button, and then long press the “Settings” text until the Advanced Focus Settings menu appears. Run a test job with a piece of anodized aluminum. Set up a small solid square as your artwork and run the job with high speed and low power settings.
Page 140 APPENDIX C: SYSTEM MAINTENANCE Select “Focus Commands” from the menu. Once the calibration is complete, press Turn the “Calibration” setting ON. “Done.” 10. After calibrating the focus you will need to 8. Select “Laser Focus”. Ensure the material make sure the Red Dot Pointer lines up with thickness used during calibration is entered the vertical line on the cross that appears in the Thickness text box (The default of...
Page 141: Camera Calibration
APPENDIX C: SYSTEM MAINTENANCE Camera Calibration 3. Click on “Calibrate Cameras” to enter the Camera Calibration menu. Note: Camera calibration on the Fusion Galvo only necessary recommended by Epilog’s Technical Support. Note: Before beginning, reboot your machine if you have recently run any jobs.
Page 142 APPENDIX C: SYSTEM MAINTENANCE Once the calibration of the target has 5. Once the calibration target is placed on the table, press “OK” and the laser will start the finished, you will see the following prompt. Press OK. calibration process. 8.
Page 143 APPENDIX C: SYSTEM MAINTENANCE Follow the prompt and press OK when you 11. The camera should now be calibrated to are ready to run the calibration job. your machine and ready to use. If the final score result is 1.3 or higher, please contact Technical Support.
Page 144 APPENDIX C: SYSTEM MAINTENANCE Machine Settings: • Joystick Center X ● The center X position of the joystick, in joystick units • Acceleration Match Offset [cnts] • Joystick Center Y ● Number of encoder counts to delay firing ● The center Y position of the joystick, in laser when accelerating.
Page 145 APPENDIX C: SYSTEM MAINTENANCE ● A scale factor to adjust the scale of the X and Y axis ● Format is as follows: X,Y ● Requires “Home Axis” to take effect ● Must recalibrate cameras if this changes • Table Switch Locations [cnts] ●...
Page 147: Index
INDEX Index Dashboard 61 Auto Focus 67 CorelDRAW Features 88 Dividing Your Job Into Processes Symbols Split by Hairline 73 Split by Selection 74 21 CFR 1040 9 Editing Artwork with Live View 77 Guidelines 83 Merging Processes 75 AGPL Ghostscript. See Software Installation Notes Tab 87 Air Assist 104 Placing Your Artwork 72...
Page 148 INDEX Match Orientation and Size 42 Material Settings 125, 130 Go/Stop Button 89. See also LED Status Maximum Engraving Area 119 Group / Ungroup 72 Max Material Thickness 119 Guidelines 83 Memory 97 Memory Buffer 119 Merge Processes 70 Metal Etching 115 Halotron Extinguisher.
Page 149 INDEX Red Dot Pointer 9, 105 Regulatory Compliance 9–14 Vector Cutting 99 Reset Key 90 Vector Line Creation 99 Resolution 100, 119 Vector Line Width 100 Vector Sorting Inside/Out 49 Safety Enclosure 9 Optimized 49 Safety Features 9–14 Ventilation 119 Safety Labels.

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