With a laser cutter you can easily cut or engrave leather. However, not all types of leather are the same. A distinction is made between smooth leather, suede, suede and artificial leather. All these Types of leather can be combined with the Mr Beam II dreamcut [S] Laser cutters are processed. The result depends on the type of leather. However, caution should be exercised with artificial leather. Some types of artificial leather contain ingredients that release harmful substances when heated. Not only are these pollutants dangerous for your own health, but they can also damage the laser cutter. If the following ingredients are contained in the artificial leather, you should not cut the material with the laser cutter:
Chlorine
Bromine
Beryllium oxides
Fluoride
Chromium
Iodine
Astatine
Carbon fibers
So you should first inform yourself about the ingredients of the leather before you start with the laser. With the help of a laser cutter, you can make numerous items out of leather. Laser cutting of leather is used, for example, in the manufacture of furniture and clothing.