*7/14/23:* I updated the purchase link in the description to go to the proper product! *These keychains are selling on Etsy for $12-15 each! That's a pretty good profit!*
fun video Rich, especially the back story of the 2 movies, which I had forgotten [old enough to have seen them too old to remember :)] thanks much. the tip to be able to move cursor away from the reference point so you can see where you're moving the shape was great.
Your description is very detailed. That’s not a bad thing! I could buy an SVG file for $1.99. Now I can do it myself and the skills I learned are invaluable! Thanks Rich!
took your advice on the Roly LaserMATIC 10 .!! also looking for a C02. thoughts on the Monport for a beginner ?.. thinking bigger than the 40. Many options out there - and big price difference
If you're talking budget Co2, I would spend a few dollars more and buy from OMTech. Monport support is beyond terrible, which is why I don't deal with or recommend them anymore. And trust me, you will need warranty and tech support! If you're looking around 50W with a decent sized bed, look at the Gweike Cloud 50W Pro. I have one and it's an awesome all-in-one machine without all of the headaches. If you have a problem, they have 24/7 chat support with an actual technician. I also have a coupon code to save a couple hundred bucks: lahobbyguy
That material is known in the industry as Traffolyte. There are 2 types available, material designed for rotary engraving and laser engraving. I sell a lot of signs and labels made with Traffolyte, it is a great material to work with. Rowmark are one of the suppliers and they have it in 2 & 3 colour varieties.
Was gonna chime in with this. Rowmark is a supplier. My experience with their products has been far superior to a lot of other vendors. Their stuff ablates clean without leaving nearly as much smoky residue.
Hi Rich, great video again. Quick question. I am using an Ortur 2 with the 10W LU2-10A laser, and am having real troubles doing this on clear acrylic. Running on Ortur's Black engraving platform, I ran the laser at 100% at 200MM with 4 passes, and did not even go through the acrylic. I then tried putting some blue painters tape on top of the acrylic thinking there was some reflection of the beam, but no difference. Any suggestions would be much appreciated.
If you're trying to cut the acrylic, that'll never happen with any diode laser because the 455nm laser beam passes right through. You'll need a Co2 to cut it. I engrave clear acrylic by just leaving the paper cover on it, or you can use masking.
Great video. I ordered the V2 20W version. I have concerns about shipping to the USA and I have tried emailing them several times with no response. Do you have an idea if shipping is free or expensive? Thank you, love all your videos.
Thanks for the link to the plastic seller but which of the many different plasics is it and how thick did yoy use? The first one I looked at was 30 bucks. Cool idea though. Thanks for the video!
The one I used in the video was 1.5mm. It's hard to navigate their website for this material because there are so many different types. I bought this last year, so I don't have the exact link, but I have some red in 1mm and it comes out just as good.
Use a PO Box… it’s a lot safer for you and your friend… Also these 12” x 24” sell for $15+ per sheet on the site…. That little sample piece you have is not the same thing. Pretty pricy…
On my Custom Keyrings on the back I put "If Found Call ( Mobile/Cell Number)" I use a mobile/cell number just in case they can get an address from a land line number look up.
*7/14/23:* I updated the purchase link in the description to go to the proper product! *These keychains are selling on Etsy for $12-15 each! That's a pretty good profit!*
Good idea. I had no idea they were back in style. Lol
They are! Folks are selling them like mad on Etsy!
Your amazing and I am learning so much from your fun video’s. You encourage me to keep learning. I am a newbie.
I'm so glad!
Every key point you give is a blessing to us beginners.
Please keep
It up.
So nice of you, thanks!
fun video Rich, especially the back story of the 2 movies, which I had forgotten [old enough to have seen them too old to remember :)] thanks much. the tip to be able to move cursor away from the reference point so you can see where you're moving the shape was great.
Glad you enjoyed it Steve! I try and get at least one new tip in every video!
It’s still missing the Keychain from the Movie „Room 1408“ 😂😂😂 great video again Rich 👍🏼
The Dolphin was a fictitious NY hotel, and 1408 is not quite as known as these other two.
A fun video! I always learn something new from you. Thanks.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Hi Rich. Just watched this video. I find the pace and the detail of your tutorials very clear and helpful. Many thanks.
Glad it was helpful!
awesome thank you, we're just our laser journey following along
Wonderful!
another great idea Rich!! I used your state art file and made myself a new keychain.
Fantastic!
AWESOME!! Thanks for sharing this.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Your description is very detailed. That’s not a bad thing! I could buy an SVG file for $1.99. Now I can do it myself and the skills I learned are invaluable! Thanks Rich!
Wow! Thank you so much! I appreciate it ! 👍
took your advice on the Roly LaserMATIC 10 .!! also looking for a C02. thoughts on the Monport for a beginner ?.. thinking bigger than the 40. Many options out there - and big price difference
If you're talking budget Co2, I would spend a few dollars more and buy from OMTech. Monport support is beyond terrible, which is why I don't deal with or recommend them anymore. And trust me, you will need warranty and tech support! If you're looking around 50W with a decent sized bed, look at the Gweike Cloud 50W Pro. I have one and it's an awesome all-in-one machine without all of the headaches. If you have a problem, they have 24/7 chat support with an actual technician. I also have a coupon code to save a couple hundred bucks: lahobbyguy
Pretty cool Rich! Thanks!
Thanks for watching!
That material is known in the industry as Traffolyte. There are 2 types available, material designed for rotary engraving and laser engraving.
I sell a lot of signs and labels made with Traffolyte, it is a great material to work with. Rowmark are one of the suppliers and they have it in 2 & 3 colour varieties.
Interesting! Thanks for the comment!
Was gonna chime in with this. Rowmark is a supplier. My experience with their products has been far superior to a lot of other vendors. Their stuff ablates clean without leaving nearly as much smoky residue.
great! thanks, was a bit hard to find this stuff in Germany without the name!
Nice work Rich. Appreciate the tutorial.
You bet! Thanks for watching! 👍
I love your videos. You are so helpful and come up with so many projects and share them with us.
Thank you so much Karl! 👍
Great video Mr. Rich!
Glad you liked it!
How is the wear and tear on this material? Does that top layer chip easily? Thanks!
Not at all. It's like any other plastic.
@@TheLouisianaHobbyGuyThank you! I’m going to give it a try! I’ve been doing keychains from two tone acrylic, and they chip the top layer so easily.
suggested thickness, 1/8 or 1/4 for plastic
Neither, links are in the description.
Great video. What setting would you recommend to start off with for a Ortur Laser Master 2 Pro S2 LF. Thanks
You would have to run a test grid to find that out.
I DID IT!! Thanks :)
Awesome Eric!
What thickness is best for the LM10 ? Will the white front work as nice as the yellow. Getting ready to order some. YOU ARE AWESOME
Thickness doesn't really matter, but no white. A diode laser cannot engrave white.
when I pick a layer for the lower blue circle it doesn't fill in and I cant see what you did at the bottom, help
Set the layer to fill in the Cut Settings editor.
Very good Rich. What do I tend to do is put my mobile number on the back.
Great idea!
Hi Rich, great video again. Quick question. I am using an Ortur 2 with the 10W LU2-10A laser, and am having real troubles doing this on clear acrylic. Running on Ortur's Black engraving platform, I ran the laser at 100% at 200MM with 4 passes, and did not even go through the acrylic. I then tried putting some blue painters tape on top of the acrylic thinking there was some reflection of the beam, but no difference. Any suggestions would be much appreciated.
If you're trying to cut the acrylic, that'll never happen with any diode laser because the 455nm laser beam passes right through. You'll need a Co2 to cut it. I engrave clear acrylic by just leaving the paper cover on it, or you can use masking.
Thanks Rich. I had assumed you cut these key chains out on the Roly diode laser. Or will it not cut the acrylic I am using because it is clear?
Thanks for the cool vid Rich. Was the plastic 1/16 or 1/8 that you used in the video? I see in the link both are available.
The one I used was 1/16".
is this acrylic the two layer?
It's not acrylic. Link is in the description.
Great video. I ordered the V2 20W version. I have concerns about shipping to the USA and I have tried emailing them several times with no response. Do you have an idea if shipping is free or expensive? Thank you, love all your videos.
If you're asking about the LaserMATIC 20, shipping is free.
Yes and thank you@@TheLouisianaHobbyGuy
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Thanks for the link to the plastic seller but which of the many different plasics is it and how thick did yoy use? The first one I looked at was 30 bucks. Cool idea though. Thanks for the video!
I use 1-3mm George. Here's an example of a 12x24" sheet for $15.35:
www.jpplus.com/rowmark-laserlights-engraving-plastic?sku=S681224-SHT
I updated the link in the description as well, thanks! The sheet size of 12x24" works out to be about $1.50 for each keychain.
@@TheLouisianaHobbyGuy That's only .1mm - that seems thinner than what you were showing as your examples. Am I just reading it incorrectly?
The one I used in the video was 1.5mm. It's hard to navigate their website for this material because there are so many different types. I bought this last year, so I don't have the exact link, but I have some red in 1mm and it comes out just as good.
Love your videos but the link you included is for .004 thousandths of an inch. 1mm is .040 thousandths of an inch.
Use a PO Box… it’s a lot safer for you and your friend…
Also these 12” x 24” sell for $15+ per sheet on the site…. That little sample piece you have is not the same thing. Pretty pricy…
That's 32 keychains for $15 or about 47 cents each. Cheaper than the one I used.
The right top radius you did 3 instead of two steps.. oops
You get the idea!
On my Custom Keyrings on the back I put "If Found Call ( Mobile/Cell Number)" I use a mobile/cell number just in case they can get an address from a land line number look up.
Ah, great idea!! 👍