Uploaded April 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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If you have a diode laser you may be wondering about your machine's capabilities when it comes to acrylic. Diode lasers can cut some acrylic but not all! Make sure you know what your laser can do before you buy.

For this educational video, I used my Glowforge Spark, which is perfect for everyday crafters! heyletsmakestuff.com/recommends/glowforge-spark This video was sponsored by Glowforge, but as always, my opinions are my own.

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Glowforge Spark Review: youtube.com/watch?v=BU2zScxUizY
Glowforge Aura Review: youtube.com/watch?v=7W4nCUX41Ro

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0:00 Intro
0:22 Acrylic Info
0:47 Diode Lasers
1:40 What Acrylics Can Not Be Cut on a Diode Laser?
3:41 What Blue Acrylics Can Be Cut on a Diode Laser?
4:44 What Acrylics Can Be Cut on a Diode Laser?
4:54 Glowforge Eco Thin Acrylic
5:17 Other Acrylic Options
7:26 Masking
7:51 Engraving
8:56 Wrap Up