We're excited to show you how to craft a brass business card case using our multi-purpose flatbed engraving & cutting machine MAGIC™-E4 and the jewelry laser welding machine MAGIC™-W3.
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The MAGIC™-E4 is an incredibly versatile flatbed engraving & cutting machine. It functions as a CNC engraver for flatbed engraving and cutting and can be customized by swapping out the dedicated vise. It's primarily used for engraving and cutting pendant-type items but is also capable of cutting 1T to 3T thick metal using a cutting vise.
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The MAGIC™-W3, the other hand, is a precise and powerful laser welder, perfect for professional jewelry work.
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Now, let’s dive into making a brass business card case process.
Cutting the Brass Using the MAGIC™-E4
For this project, we’ll be using a brass plate.
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1. Set Up the MAGIC™-E4: Start by setting up the versatile 4-axis flatbed engraving machine
2. Change the Vise: Remove the flat vise from the MAGIC™-E4 and replace it with a cutting vise.
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3. Fix the Brass Plate: Secure the brass plate in the cutting vise, make sure it's horizontally aligned.
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The material is fixed horizontally, aligned with the top and bottom.
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4. Connect to PC: Connect the MAGIC™-E4 to your PC and launch MagicEngrave™, our dedicated drawing program.
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5. Create Toolpath: Import your drawing and create a toolpath using the Outline toolpath for the outer surfaces. 6. Transfer Cutting Data: Click on the created toolpath and select MAGIC™-E4 under connected engravers to transfer the cutting data.
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7. Confirm Cutting Area: After transferring the data, the engraver's head will move, and the red laser pointer will mark the cutting area. Confirm these markings.
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8. Start Cutting: Press and hold the "Start" button to begin cutting. The machine will automatically measure the height of the workpiece to ensure precise cuts.
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When you have finished checking each work area, press and hold the "Start" button to start cutting.
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When you have finished checking each work area, press and hold the "Start" button to start cutting.
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Laser Welding the Brass Using the MAGIC™-W3
Next, we’ll assemble and weld the cut brass pieces using the MAGIC™-W3 professional laser welder.
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You can check the welding data settings and spot welds in real time through the LCD screen of the MAGIC™-W3.
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1. Set Up Welding: Check the welding data settings and spot welds in real time on the MAGIC™-W3's LCD screen.
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2. Use the Scope: Utilize the scope in front of the LCD screen for precise welding.
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3. Engrave the Logo: Finally, engrave the "REDT" logo on the welded brass using a fiber laser.
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And there you go! We've successfully crafted a brass business card case using the MAGIC™-E4 multi-purpose flatbed engraving machine and the professional laser welding machine MAGIC™-W3.
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