Position the laser head so that it references the very top edge of the tumbler. This ensures your engraving design aligns correctly from the start.
Adjust the laser’s focus so it’s optimized for the cup’s surface. This helps the laser produce clean, crisp marks.
Capture the total vertical distance of the tumbler. If it has a powder coat section, note that separately to see exactly where the engraving will land.
Use calipers or a measuring tape to determine the cup’s widest point, since that affects how the design wraps around.
In your design software, create a rectangle (or box) matching the height and circumference of the tumbler. This acts as a guide for your artwork.
Within LightBurn, define the starting coordinate that corresponds to the top of the cup. This ensures your drawing lines up with your actual piece.
Use a low-power frame test to confirm the laser traces the correct area on the cup without damaging it.
Choose settings that match the tumbler’s material and coating. Too much power can distort or over-burn; too little won’t mark cleanly.
Activate your rotary attachment so the cup rotates as the laser moves:
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