LONGER How To: Enable Framing Mode on Lightburn for Longer Laser Engravers

How to Enable Framing Mode on Lightburn for Longer Laser Engravers

Laser engravers such as Longer Nano, Longer B1 & Longer Ray5 can achieve high-quality engraving and cutting, but to do so they cannot do without a fundamental feature of the manufacturing process, namely Framing. 


Framing is a key preparatory step to ensure that the final result exactly reflects the desired design. In fact, Framing consists in identifying and defining the work area, performing a delimitation test. This step allows the operator to visually verify the selected area without actually engraving the material. The laser will trace the perimeter of the intended engraving, allowing any adjustments before proceeding with the final operation. This step is crucial to prevent costly errors and ensure engraving accuracy. Once the work area has been confirmed and the correct parameters have been set, the engraving process can begin. The laser will follow the defined contour, engraving the material with micrometer precision. 


Therefore, Framing in laser engraving is not just a technical step, but an essential element that can make the difference between a high-quality engraving and an unsatisfactory result. 

While using Lightburn, many users often fail to frame their features, even though the command is executed. The cause is due to the failure to enable Framing Mode, but the solution to this problem is really simple and immediate. 

As shown in the image above, the control panel does not show the laser beam settings. Therefore, click on "Edit" and select "Device Settings". 

On the new screen, select "Enable laser fire button", "Laser ON when framing" and set the Framing power to a value of 2%.

If you want to use continuous framing, select the "Frame Continuously" setting. 

All set, now by clicking on Frame, Lightburn will correctly execute the Framing using 2% of the laser beam power. 
Through the "Speed" setting it is also possible to adjust the speed of the Framing execution, to make it more or less fast according to your needs. 

Finally, you can use Framing Mode with Lightburn, and you'll be able to enjoy your Longer Nano, B1 & Ray5 Laser Engravers to the fullest. 

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