I’m happy to provide the settings I use for common materials in both Glowforge and Silhouette. This will be updating as I add more, so please let me know if you are looking for a specific setting! As always, please make sure to do your own test cuts. My settings are meant to be a guide for starting!
Dec. 2024 – The current Glowforge settings are using the Glowforge Pro. If you have other machines or the new HD, you may need to adjust.
Last updated 8/3/22
glowforge settings
Birch Plywood
| Function | Speed | Force | LPI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engrave | 1000 | 85 | 270 |
| Score | 200 | 15 | N/A |
| Cut 1/8 inch | 160 | FULL | N/A |
| Cut 1/4 inch | 130 | FULL | N/A |
colored Acrylic
| Function | Speed | Force | LPI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engrave | 1000 | 60 | 340 |
| Defocus Engrave | 1000 | FULL | 170* |
| Score | 300 | 41 | N/A |
| Cut 1/8 inch | 160 | FULL | N/A |
| Cut 1/4 inch | 125 | FULL | N/A |
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Glitter Acrylic
| Function | Speed | Force | # of Passes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cut 1/8 inch | 200 | FULL | 2 |
Silhouette Cameo settings
| Material | Blade Depth | Force | Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| EasyWeed | 3 | 11 | 10* |
| Glitter HTV | 5 | 16 | 10* |
| Stripflock Pro | 5 | 16 | 5 |
| Brick | 5 | 20 | 10* |
| Decal Vinyl | 3 | 8 | 10* |
