Laser Machining panel — Z Slices

Laser Machining panel — Z Slices

Laser Machining panel — Z Slices

Use the options in the Z Slices area to specify the values which will be used to rough machine the composite relief.

  • Start / Surface Z — Enter a value to set the position of the first Z pass.
  • Material Allowance — Enter a value to add or remove extra material from the surface of the composite relief. This allowance sets the distance between the surface of the composite relief and the cutting tool.
  • Last Slice Z — Enter a value to set the position of the final Z pass.
  • Slice Order — Choose whether to cut from the top down, or from the bottom up. Some lasers give you a more polished finish if you machine from the base of the composite relief upwards.

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