How to Laser Engrave Custom Fridge Magnets: Step by Step Tutorial

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Custom Fridge Magnets

2025-02-05

Key Information

Laser Machines
Material Needed
3mm Plywood
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Settings
Decorative Border Engraving
Speed: 800mm/s
Power: 50%
DPI: 350
Settings
Building Engraving
Speed: 1000mm/s
Power: 40%
DPI: 350
Settings
Laser Cutting
Speed: 15mm/s
Max Power: 45%
Min Power: 10%

Introduction

Let's craft a laser engraving wood custom fridge magnet!


The wood custom fridge magnet presents intricate layers that add a unique look to your fridge. With detailed engraving and clean cutting, it becomes a charming decorative piece for everyday home style.


Read this post and have a pleasant laser engraving time!

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

Choose an even 3mm plywood board and place it flat on the laser honeycomb bed. A stable surface helps keep the engraving details clear and the cutting path accurate.


Secure the plywood if needed to prevent shifting during engraving and cutting, especially when working with layered fridge magnet details.

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STEP02

Import & Adjust the Design File

Import the custom fridge magnet design into LightBurn and check whether your wood size is large enough. For a design with many elements, make sure there are no misalignments or unnecessary overlaps.


Double-check the decorative border engraving, building engraving, and cutting parameters before starting. Proper settings help keep the details sharp and the outer shape clean.

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STEP03

Set the Correct Laser Focus

Accurate focusing is important for achieving clear engraving and clean cutting edges on plywood. If your machine has auto focus, use it for quick setup. For manual focusing, lower the laser head with the focus stick until it touches the wood surface at the correct angle.

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manual focus
STEP04

Start Engraving & Cutting

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


Once everything is aligned, start the laser job. Stay near the machine while it’s running and monitor the engraving and cutting process carefully.

Frame your design
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STEP05

Post Processing

When the laser engraving and cutting are complete, carefully remove the custom fridge magnet pieces from the laser bed.


Assemble the layers and attach the magnet backing to complete the piece. Once finished, your wood custom fridge magnet is ready to decorate your fridge or become a meaningful handmade keepsake.

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Come and Try!

Laser engraving fridge magnets is perfect for home decoration, especially when you're enjoying a family bonding moment.


You can create a personalized fridge magnet for a one-of-a-kind family memory, turning simple plywood into a layered keepsake full of character.


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