Here are the 3 steps for laser engraving pad printing plates with EZCAD2.
Step 1: Engraving the File
Click “File”-> “Import Vector File”
Click “H“, and fill like in the above picture
Click “Hatch2”, and fill like in the above picture, then click “OK”.
Using this parameters, power can be set between “60~90”, Total “5” means it will engrave for 5 times, less time less depth, here you can change according to the depth you need.
Click “Light” to see the position, then click “Mark” to engrave.
Step 2: Clean the Surface
Hatch1, change the “Line Distance” to 0.04mm, and click “Apply”.
Hatch2, change the “Line Distance” to 0.04mm, and click “Apply”.
Set the “Speed” and “Power” as in the picture; Then click “Mark” to do.
Step 3: Polish It
Using 1000 CCR/R sandpaper with oil to remove the burrs on the plate. When feel the plate will not hurt the ink knife, then it is ok for pad printing.
Remark: These setting parameters are suitable for usual pad printing plate engraving. In fact, you can also try to use different power, engraving times etc. to make some tests, comparing the engraving results and find the best one for you.
