Custom Laser & Print

Journal

Notes from the bench

2026-10-01

What a one-off print actually costs

Why a 20 mm part is not a two-dollar part, and how material, machine time, and a minimum order show up in the price.

2026-10-08

Wood versus acrylic on the P3

How to choose between an engraved wood sign and an edge-lit acrylic panel for a door, a desk, or a gift.

2026-10-12

How to brief a prototype so the first print fits

What to put in a design brief: the job the part does, the dimensions that matter, and how many revision rounds you actually need.