laser

laser rate:
$70/hour regular rate + file/material set up fee
discount rates apply for repeat production runs over 2 hours

acceptable file formats:
adobe illustrator (.ai)(.eps)(.pdf)
adobe photoshop (.jpg)(.tif)(.bmp)
autocad (.dwg)(.dxf)
rhino 4.0 (.3dm)

file layer system:
layer labeled CUT (needs to be in a vector format)
layer labeled SCORE (needs to be in a vector format)
layer labeled ETCH (if vector, needs to be a closed object)
layer labeled STOCK (shape drawn to scale to reflect your material size. nest your design within leaving at least 1/4” from all edges)

laser bed:
laser cutting: 33″ x 45″ x 3/8″
laser etching: 35″ x 47″ x 10″

important note:
the laser software reads lines and curves only. all text must be converted from text to outline format.
please make sure there are no clipping masks, live traces, grouped objects, strokes or guides on your files. the laser software will reject files with these in them.

please send all inquiries to manu@2ndwnd.com

2ndwnd
6019 echo street
los angeles, ca 90042
323 257 3000