How to Laser Cut a Wooden Dice Tower: Step by Step Tutorial

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Wooden Dice Tower

2025-09-05

Key Information

Laser Machines
Material Needed
3mm Basswood
Project File Download
Settings
Engraving
Speed: 1,000mm/s
Max Power: 45%
DPI: 300
Number of Passes: 1
Settings
Cutting
Speed: 15mm/s
Max Power: 45%
Min Power: 10%
Number of Passes: 1

Introduction

Want to make your game nights more fun and stylish? A wooden dice tower is the perfect way to add a touch of craftsmanship to your tabletop games.


It guides your dice through a series of ramps, ensuring fair, random rolls every time while looking great on your table.


In this tutorial, we’ll walk you step by step through designing, laser-cutting, and assembling your own wooden dice tower. You’ll create a tower that’s not only functional but also a beautiful addition to your gaming setup. Gather your friends, roll the dice, and enjoy the game like never before.

Before your work begins

Clean the lens and mirrors
Check the laser head and nozzle for dust or buildup
Ensure ventilation and air assist are working properly
Confirm the machine is running smoothly and normally

Operational Process

STEP01

Prepare & Position the Material

Select a wood sheet suitable for laser cutting and place it flat on the laser bed.


Secure it with pins or clamps so it doesn’t shift during engraving and cutting. Be mindful of the height of magnets and pins. If they are too tall, the sensor might hit them and become damaged during processing.

Put the wood onto the work table
Pins
STEP02

Import & Adjust the Design File

Import the wooden dice tower design in LaserMaker and check if your basswood size is large enough.


Double-check everything, and decide if you want to add or subtract elements according to your preferences. For the engraving and cutting layers, make sure each layer uses the correct parameters before sending the file to the machine.

parameters for engraving and cutting a wooden dice tower
STEP03

Set the Correct Laser Focus

Proper focusing is essential for achieving crisp engravings and smooth cuts. If your machine supports auto focus, a single click will set the correct distance for flat wooden boards. If you prefer manual focus, use the focus stick to adjust the laser head until it touches the surface of the wood at a perfect vertical angle.

auto-focus-bolt.jpg
manual focus
STEP04

Start Engraving & Cutting

Use the Frame function to outline the engraving and cutting area. Make sure the projected frame matches your wood sheet and the design stays within the material boundary.


Once everything is set, start the laser job. Stay close to the machine while it’s running and watch the cutting and engraving progress. Keep an eye out for excessive smoke, small flame-ups, or any movement of the material that could affect the outcome.

Frame your design
Laser engraving and cutting the wooden dice tower
STEP05

Post Processing

Once the laser job is complete, carefully remove the wooden pieces from the bed. Align the walls, ramps, and base tray according to your design, then fit the interlocking tabs together carefully.


Make sure the ramps are correctly positioned to allow smooth dice rolling. You can lightly sand joints if necessary to improve the fit. Once assembled, your wooden dice tower is ready for game night.

Put the pieces together
A well cut wooden dice tower

Come and Try!

I’ve finished my wooden dice tower—now it’s your turn! Imagine the satisfying sound of dice tumbling down ramps you created yourself, and the smiles it brings at game night. Whether you stick with a classic design or add your own engraved patterns, every tower tells a story. Grab your wood, fire up the laser cutter, and see how creative you can get—you might just make the most talked-about accessory on the table.


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