Skip to main content
Epilog is having a huge Fall Sale!
Save now on the Fusion Pro, and Fusion Edge!
Home  /  How it Works  /  FAQ's  /  Working with Polycarbonate
Request Free Samples and Information
Epilog is having a huge Fall Sale! Save now on the Fusion Pro, and Fusion Edge!

Can you cut or engrave polycarbonate with a laser machine?

Understand how Epilog Laser systems work with polycarbonate

Cutting: Thin sheets of polycarbonate can be cut with our CO2 laser systems, but the material tends to discolor when heated by the laser beam. The thinner the sheet you are cutting, the better the cutting results you will obtain. If you would like us to test your sheet of polycarbonate, please contact our Applications Lab.

Engraving: Most colored polycarbonates can be marked with our Fusion Edge 12 fiber metal and plastic marking system. To test your material, please contact our Applications Lab.

Have more questions about the specifics of an Epilog Laser system? Contact Epilog today to discuss your needs with an experienced sales representative!

Phone: +1 303-277-1188

Back to FAQ’s
Next
Related Questions:

Other FAQ’s

You got questions? We got answers.

Types of Graphics

Applications & Materials
You can engrave scanned photos, logos, bitmaps, other images, text, and AutoCAD files. Essentially, if you can print it, you can engrave it.
Learn More

Engraving on Metal

Applications & Materials
Yes. Our fiber laser systems are capable of permanently marking nearly all types of bare metal.
Learn More

Cutting Metal

Applications & Materials
Since we use low power CO2 (30 to 120 watts) and fiber lasers (10 to 50 watts) the beam will clearly mark on coated and raw metal but our systems are not ideally suited for metal-cutting applications.
Learn More

Unsafe Materials

Applications & Materials

Hydrogen Chloride and Vinyl Chloride (mostly found in PVC and other man made materials) are hazardous to the life of your laser system.

Learn More

    Request More Information

    Receive brochures and samples,
    and get more info from your local distributor.
    Contact Distributor