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Spirit GE User Manual
Chapter VI - Engraving and Cutting Techniques
6.1 Raster Engraving
A laser engraver can process text, scanned image, digital picture, or design by “laser firing” grids /
dots of individual pixels into a raster image. Think of this as simply “printing” your job onto any
particular material. An example of a raster engraved piece would be a photo engraving on tile, as
shown in the picture below.
6.2 Vector Cutting
A laser engraver can process text, design, and images composed of lines through continuous-firing of
the laser to cut out various shapes. When performing vector cutting operations, imagine the laser
head as a pair of scissors cutting out the lines specified in your design. An example of a vector cut
piece would be a customized dining mat, as shown in the picture below.
