About the Glowforge
The Glowforge is a type of computer-aided manufacturing similar to the Cricut Maker. The Glowforge can cut and engrave designs into a variety of materials. The material must be flat and with dimensions of no more than 18" x 20" x 2". The cutting area is slightly less at 11" x 19.5". The following materials are compatible with the Glowforge:
| Material | Cut | Engrave |
|---|---|---|
| Wood | Yes | Yes |
| Leather | Yes | Yes |
| Paper | Yes | Yes |
| Acrylic/Plexiglass | Yes | Yes |
| Acetal/Delrin | Yes | Yes |
| Mylar | Yes | Yes |
| Rubber | Yes | Yes |
| Corian | Yes | Yes |
| Glass | No | Yes |
| Coated Metal | No | Yes |
| Marble | No | Yes |
| Anodized Aluminum | No | Yes |
| Titanium | No | Yes |
| Fabric | *Yes | *Yes |
| Phone/Tablet/Laptop cases | No | *Yes |
*Some materials are unsuitable for use in the Glowforge. The UHV Library recognizes the limitations of laser printing and does not guarantee the success of a cutting / engraving or that the material used will not be damaged.
| Click here to submit a file for the Glowforge. |
Charges
Inkjet Printer
This printer is not suitable for print jobs larger than 10 pages.
$0.25 per sheet for VC/UHV and $0.50 per sheet for guests.
Poster Prints
(24" wide paper) $3.00 per linear foot for VC/UHV and guests $5.00 per linear foot
(36" wide paper) $4.50 per linear foot for VC/UHV and guests $7.50 / linear foot
24" x 18" or 18" x 24" (Landscape or Portrait):
- UHV/VC: $4.50
- Guest: $7.50
36" x 24" or 24" x 36" (Landscape or Portrait):
- UHV/VC: $9.00
- Guest: $15.00
24" x 24" (Square):
- UHV/VC: $6.00
- Guest: $10.00
48" x 36" or 36" x 48" (Landscape or Portrait):
- UHV/VC: $18.00
- Guest: $30.00
36" x 36" (Square):
- UHV/VC: $13.50
- Guest: $22.50
Past Projects
Winter Shadowbox Coasters
Chalkboard Art (Design by Tavy Musselman)
Welcome Sign
Glowforge Pro
