Leatherette Sheets With Adhesive - 12" x 18"

These laser leatherette sheets with adhesive are perfect to engrave and cut shapes for hats, shirts, sweaters, sweatpants, jackets plus more.

Laserable Leatherette offers the look and feel of genuine leather at a fraction of the price. This richly textured, synthetic material is water resistant, easy to clean and durable enough for the rigors of daily use. The high quality workmanship of each leatherette piece is sure to impress every recipient with its elegant individuality. Laserable leatherette items can be personalized through laser engraving, screen or uv printing for a full-color effect. Vinyl can also be applied.

Leatherette sheets ship within +/- 3 to 9 business days.

Product Specifications:

Material:  Faux Leather 

Product Dimensions:   12" x 18" x .04" (thick)

Care Instructions:   To clean laserable leatherette items use LA Awesome or a neutral soap with water. it will not leave water spots. Alcohol works well on pen marks. Leatherette does not absorb finger oil.

Extra Info:

Peel protective covering after lasering and heat apply. Setting for applying vary depending on your press and atmospheric conditions.

Hand wash only

Colours of leatherette may not be as exactly shown due to screen variations.

LEATHERETTE INSTRUCTIONS:

RECOMMENDED LASER RASTER SETTINGS:
35 watt DPI 600 Speed 90% Power 35%
60 watt DPI 600 Speed 100% Power 30%
80 watt TROTEC PPI 600 Speed 90% Power 74%

The recommended settings above may need adjustments for best results. Settings will vary depending on the brand watt and model

HEAT SETTINGS TO APPLY:
Temperature: 270 degrees
Pressure: Medium
Time: 10-12 seconds

TIPS FOR BEST RESULTS (LEATHERETTE ENGRAVES TO BLACK)
1. Focus right on the leatherette
2. Cleaning should not be necessary with leatherette products. However if it is use a small amount of LA Awesome on a microfibre towel.
3. Confirm the position of your artwork by testing on a separate piece of leatherette or tape a clear piece of plastic onto the item.
4. Vector cut mask or plastic for placement guides

TIPS FOR BEST RESULTS (LEATHERETTE ENGRAVES TO METALLIC) 
1. Manually move the laser 1/8 inch out of focus.
2. Ensure the product is level.
3. If any residue occurs wipe the Leatherette clean with LA Awesome on a microfiber towel.
4. Vector cut mask or plastic for placement guides

TIPS FOR BEST RESULTS (LEATHERETTE MARBLE/WHITE)
1. Manually move the laser 1/8 inch out of focus.
2. Ensure the product is level.
3. Let product rest 30-60 minutes before cleaning
4. If any residue occurs wipe the Leatherette clean with LA Awesome on a microfiber towel.
5. Vector cut mask or plastic for placement guides


RECOMMENDATIONS FOR HEAT TRANSFER MATERIAL
Weed: Reverse
Temperature: 240 Degrees 
Pressure: Medium
Time: 4 Seconds
Peel: Hot

LASER VECTOR CUTTING SETTINGS:
35 watt: Speed 20% Power 35% 50Hz
60 watt: Speed 25% Power 25% 100Hz
120 watt: Speed 85% Power 35% 2000Hz
80 watt(Trotec): Speed 65% Power 40% 2000 PPI