Experiment No.
LLB003
Mission Title
Patch & Press
Technique
Engraving Coated Metal
Lead Scientists
Kim & Garrett
The Heritage Collection by Lonestar Adhesive is a premium 1.5mm leatherette with a smooth, satin sheen. This report
establishes a "Laser Agnostic" baseline to ensure professional-grade results across CO2, Diode, and Fiber systems. By following
these protocols, users can test more and waste less, building a brand that lasts.
Primary Substrate: Heritage Leatherette (1.5mm thickness).
Adhesive: Durra-Bull Heat Activated Adhesive.
Cleaning Agent: LA Awesome (citrus degreaser) applied with a soft toothbrush.
Pre-Cleaning (Metallics): Use masking tape to lift residue before liquid cleaners.
The "Dish Soap" Hack: Spread a thin layer of Dawn over the area before engraving for high-volume runs.
Primary Substrate: Heritage Leatherette (1.5mm thickness).
Adhesive: Durra-Bull Heat Activated Adhesive.
Cleaning Agent: LA Awesome (citrus degreaser) applied with a soft toothbrush.
Pre-Cleaning (Metallics): Use masking tape to lift residue before liquid cleaners.
The "Dish Soap" Hack: Spread a thin layer of Dawn over the area before engraving for high-volume runs.
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Use this month's skills to launch these high-margin items:
Laser System
Wattage
Speed
Power
Air Assist
Resolution
Diode (D1)
10W
80 mm/s
50%
Off / Low
120 lines/cm
Diode (Flatbed)
20W
150 mm/s
15-20%
Off / Low
120 lines/cm
Diode (S1)
40W
300 mm/s
10-15%
Off / Low
140 lines/cm
CO2 (P2S)
55W
400 mm/s
10-15%
10% / Low
140 lines/cm
CO2 (OMTech)
80W
350-450 mm/s
20-25%
Off / Low
254 LPI
CO2 (NOVA 14)
100W
552-600 mm/s
20-25%
Off / Low
300 LPI
xTool F1 (Diode)
10W
4000 mm/s
85%
N/A
120 lines/cm
• Premium Hat Patches
• Branded Journal Covers
• Pet Identity Tags
• Bottle Opener Wraps
• Luggage Identifiers
• Custom Keychains
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Overview:
LAB
SKILL
Lab Report LLB-003
Experience
Materials Guidance:
The Protocol (Steps):
File Downloads
File Downloads
Laser Settings Matrix:
Visual Data (click to enlarge)
Visual Data (click to enlarge)
Heat Press Calibration:
The Profit Lab (Product Ideas):
TEST MORE, WASTE LESS. | CREATIVE LAB PROTOCOL LLB004
For more detailed data and troubleshooting...
Press Type
Temp
Time
Pressure
IQ360 (Dual)
T: 280°F / B: 320°F
45s
Medium/Firm
Single Platen
300°F
50s
Medium/Firm
Flat/T-Shirt
350°F
60s
Medium/Firm
Household Iron
Cotton (No Steam)
Until Set
Manual
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