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      What materials can I cut with Origin?

      Origin can cut materials such as wood, soft metals, plastics, and composites. These are the ones we’ve tested ourselves:

      • Acetate

      • Acrylic

      • Aluminum

      • Brass

      • Copper

      • Corian

      • Cork

      • Delrin

      • Hardwood

      • HDPE

      • Linoleum

      • MDF

      • Plywood

      • Polycarbonate

      • PVC

      • PVC foam

      • Soapstone

      • Softwood

      Note: To ensure the best cut quality, it’s important to use the right cutting bit and speed for your chosen material.

      You can find a list of recommended parameters for different materials in this article. You can also see recommendations for specific bits here.

      To find the ideal combination for your project, we furthermore recommend experimenting with various feed speeds, spindle speeds, cutter types, and cut depths.