Winter Olympic Medals
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Key Information
Laser Machines
Material Needed
Zinc Alloy Medal
Project File Download
Settings
Laser Cleaning Before Marking
Speed: 1,000mm/s
Max Power: 20%
Frequency: 50kHz
Line Interval: 0.02
Passes: 200
Settings
Laser Marking Photo
Speed: 2,000mm/s
Max Power: 99%
Frequency: 50kHz
Line Interval: 0.02
Passes: 100
Settings
Laser Marking White
Speed: 1,000mm/s
Max Power: 20%
Frequency: 50kHz
Line Interval: 0.02
Passes: 200
Introduction
Bring the excitement of the Winter Olympics to life with custom-made zinc alloy medals.
With laser marking, you can create detailed medal designs that look professional and meaningful. Whether the medals are for a school event, a friendly competition, a sports club, or a keepsake, this project is a fun way to combine creativity with a competitive spirit.
In this tutorial, you will learn how to position the medal, import the marking file, focus the laser, frame the design, monitor the marking process, and finish a personalized zinc alloy medal.
Before your work begins
Make sure the machine is connected and operating normally
Remove the lens cover before marking
Keep the zinc alloy medal clean, level, and stable on the laser bed
Test the marking settings before processing the final medal
Operational Process
STEP01
Prepare & Position the Zinc Alloy Medal
Lay the zinc alloy medal flat on the laser bed. Make sure the surface is clean, free of fingerprints, and stable before marking.
A clean and steady medal helps keep the laser marking area accurate and prevents the design from shifting during processing.
STEP02
Import & Adjust the Marking File
Open your laser software and import the prepared design. Adjust the size and position to match the zinc alloy medal.
For 3D relief marking, the image should be processed as a grayscale file so the laser can translate brightness into depth. If you need help preparing grayscale files, check our 3D laser engraving guide.
STEP03
Set the Correct Laser Focus
Set the focus precisely on the top surface of the medal. Accurate focus is essential for achieving smooth transitions and well-defined layers in 3D laser marking.
You can use auto focus or manual focus. For manual focus, adjust the laser head until the focus stick just touches the medal surface in a vertical position.
STEP04
Frame the Design ＆ Start Laser Marking
Use the frame or outline function to preview the laser marking area. This helps confirm alignment and prevents the design from marking outside the medal.
Once everything is aligned, start the laser marking job. 3D relief marking on a zinc alloy medal usually takes longer than standard marking, so stay near the machine and monitor the process carefully.
STEP05
Post Processing
Once laser marking is complete, let the medal cool for a few minutes. Then clean it thoroughly with water to remove surface residue.
If desired, polish the medal lightly with a metal-friendly cloth or apply a protective coating to enhance shine and help prevent oxidation.
Come and Try!
Celebrate your own Winter Olympic moments by creating personalized zinc alloy medals that everyone will admire.
Invite friends, classmates, or teammates to design their own medals together. It is an easy and memorable project that combines creativity, competition, and a touch of Olympic spirit.
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