
Custom Board Game Character and Accessories
Selfies to a new level!

- Safety First: Ensure workspace is free of fire, electrical and other safety hazards. Be aware of all safety issues when cutting materials with a laser. Always have a fire extinguisher on hand
- Power on the laser and all of its components.
- Ensure that:
- The laser is powered and the boot up cycle begins on the screen.
- The cooling system is connected properly and water is flowing through the tube.
- The air compressor is powered and exhausting air to the laser head.
- The exhaust system is on and vented into a safe location. - Connect to RetinaEngrave 2.0 software using your machine’s touch screen to copy the software IP address into your favorite browser. The Wired IP address is displayed at the bottom of your touch screen.
- Import your design and adjust power and speed settings. Double check settings including the number of passes and cut order.
- Insert material into the laser bed. Use the focus tool to adjust to the top of the material. Focusing should be done each time a new material is introduced.
- Use the “Perimeter” function to ensure that the file will fit within the cutting area. Adjust accordingly.
- Run the job file. Do not leave a job running unattended.
CUT
Import the included files and cut all the pieces from their respective materials. This file contains vector cuts, vector markings, and rasters.
Now you want to start designing your characters head. Start with a good clear photo.
In the design software of your choice start to trace the details of your photos face.
Since we are working in such a small scale, don’t worry too much about being perfect.
Now that you have all the details traced with a single vector line you can trace the outside of the head.
Make sure the that outside vector is a different color from the inside details.
Now the file is ready to be sent to your laser software.
We chose to raster the black detail at 500 DPI and cut out the yellow vector.
Choose from a handful of premade body blanks.
Have a friend join in all the fun.
Lots of additional board game files are available as well! Add to an old game or make your own.
Difficulty: ★★☆
Minimum Requirements: 40W
Raw Materials: ⅛ Inch Material
Optional: Paint
Estimated Laser Time: 13 Mins
Project Files Below ▼