Laser Protect 5900 applies as a liquid, then cures to form a coating that acts as a laser engraver protective film. This laser etching paint will protect the top surface of the substrate to prevent smoke damage or scorching from the engraving or cutting process Ideal for a variety of laser processes, including color filling, light sandblasting and deep engraving. Laser Protect 5900 offers cost effective protection during processing, able to withstand hazards such as scratching and solvent overspray. After processing, this laser protection film removes cleanly without leaving a residue.
SAFE FOR USE ON: coated wood, engraving plastic, acrylic, glass, marble, coated metal and dozens of other materials.
BENEFITS:
APPLICATION:
1. Apply coating
2. Let cure.
3. Process part.
4. Remove by peeling.
Ships in 1 Gallon Metal Can, 5 Gallon Plastic Bucket, 55 Gallon Open Head Plastic Drum
After reading reviews and searching for vendors I found the best deal is with the manufacturer. Beware of other retailers, they are marking it up as much as 150%.
A lot of people complain that it is hard to work but a 6" high density foam roller took care of that. The roller enables you to get a much thinner coating thereby saving you $$. Speaking of thinning, you can but you loose quite a bit of adhesion. I thinned it down to 50% mask 50% water. It went on quick, easy, and thin and then promptly blew off in big pieces under the air assist of my laser. Bottom line; use it as the manufacturer directs and you will be very pleased.
I found this to be an excellent mask and far less expensive than other places, however it is by far the toughest to work. While others have a consistancy of molassis, this is more like molassis in January. Because it is so thick it makes it hard to get a good coat on acrylic which in turn makes weeding a little more work.
