The Epilog Zing 24 laser cutter/engraver is capable of etching and/or cutting a wide range of materials, from wood to acrylic to glass to marble and much more. Users are trained on the machine by going through a brief in-person training session with a staff member.
For information about how to attend an orientation before using the laser cutter/engraver, visit the Guidelines and Orientations page.
For instructions on using the laser or prepping files to be cut or engraved, visit the Detailed Instructions page or our Laser Cutter Gif Guide.
Scroll down for Epilog Zing 24 specifications and list of materials that can be cut/engraved. Additional information available on the Epilog Zing 24 manual.
| Engraving Area | 24" x 12" (610 x 305 mm) |
| Maximum Material Thickness | 7.75" (197 mm) |
| Laser Wattage | 50 watts |
| Safety | Includes an air compressor to remove heat and combustible gases from the cutting surface by directing a constant stream of compressed air across the cutting surface. Also uses an air assist, 350 - 400 CFM (595-680 m3/hr) external exhaust to the outside or internal filtration system. |
| Resolution | User controlled from 100 to 1000 dpi. |
| Speed and Power Control | Computer or manually control speed and power in 1% increments to 100%. Vector color mapping links speed, power and focus to any RGB color. |
indicates that a material can be cut or engraved using The Workshop's Epilog Zing laser cutter/engraver.
Visit the recommended settings section of the detailed instructions for suggestions of power, speed and frequency settings for each material.
| Engrave | Cut | |
|---|---|---|
| Wood | ||
| Acrylic | ||
| Fabric | ||
| Glass | ||
| Coated Metals | ||
| Ceramic | ||
| Delrin | ||
| Cloth | ||
| Leather | ||
| Marble | ||
| Matte Board | ||
| Melamine | ||
| Paper | ||
| Mylar | ||
| Pressboard | ||
| Rubber | ||
| Wood Veneer | ||
| Fiberglass | ||
| Painted Metals | ||
| Tile | ||
| Plastic | ||
| Cork | ||
| Corian | ||
| Anodized Aluminum | ||
| Stainless Steel | ||
| Brass | ||
| Titanium | ||
| Bare Metals |
CO2 lasers will mark bare metals when coated with a metal marking solution. For more information, visit Epilog's laser metal marking page.
Are you interested in cutting or engraving a material that isn't listed? Ask a Makerspace attendant for help before attempting the job. Dangerous Materials include PVC, Fiberglass, Polycarbonate, Vinyl. Epilog also tests new materials in their applications lab.
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