CO2 quote preparation
CO2 Engraving Quote Inputs
Prepare a copyable job record before opening the marking calculator. Keep the measured CO2 sample, unsupported operations, and release conditions visible alongside the fields the calculator can model.
Content reviewed 2026-11-02. Use the rows as a checklist or shop record; they do not replace a drawing, machine manual, or inspection requirement.
Source
Drawing, machine manual, supplier record, or timed shop test.
Applicability
Apply only to the stated material, process, and quality requirement.
Confidence
Shop validation is required before reuse in a quote.
Input to capture
Drawing/artwork revision, material and method, quantity, area, measured sample, setup, finishing, shop cost sources, and release policy.
Output to carry forward
A CSV or printed preparation record plus a field-by-field checklist for reviewing the marking calculator result. Inputs are copied manually; no URL parameters or preset transfer is implied.
Showing 5 of 5 rows
| Step | Record or check | Next action | Source / applicability | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Artwork and quantity | Record revision, material/coating, method, quantity, artwork area (mm²), required depth, fill density, and passes. | Transfer supported material/method, area, quantity, depth, fill density, and passes to the marking calculator. | Attach the applicable drawing, machine, supplier, or shop record. | Requires shop validation |
| Timed CO2 sample | Record the selected material-test setting, measured run seconds, usable quality, and sample identity. | Compare modeled time with this CO2 run. The marking model is not a CO2 manufacturer cut chart. | Attach the applicable drawing, machine, supplier, or shop record. | Requires shop validation |
| Work outside the model | Record fixture design, alignment, rotary setup, loading, masking, cleanup, inspection, and packaging separately. | These worksheet notes do not automatically enter the calculator. Add them to the quote review without double-counting modeled setup. | Attach the applicable drawing, machine, supplier, or shop record. | Requires shop validation |
| Shop cost inputs | Record equipment cost/life/hours, electricity, labor, overhead, and maintenance from the shop. | Replace the calculator example inputs; verify the equipment power range can represent the job. | Attach the applicable drawing, machine, supplier, or shop record. | Requires shop validation |
| Release price | Record approved quality, exceptions, shop margin policy, reviewer, and date. | The current marking model uses a fixed internal margin assumption. Review its result and any extra operations before sending a quote. | Attach the applicable drawing, machine, supplier, or shop record. | Requires shop validation |
Quote-input worksheet
Enter your own records. These fields stay in this page until you copy or download them; refreshing clears the draft. Status is a manual shop decision and does not certify a setting.
Review the record below before export.
Record: CO2 engraving quote preparation Status: Draft Job reference and artwork revision: Not recorded Material, coating, method, and quality requirement: Not recorded Quantity and artwork area (mm²): Not recorded Depth, fill density, passes, and artwork type: Not recorded Test record and measured CO2 run seconds: Not recorded Fixture, loading, alignment, and setup minutes: Not recorded Masking, cleanup, inspection, and packaging minutes: Not recorded Shop cost sources and rate review: Not recorded Operations outside the model and cost placement: Not recorded Margin policy, exceptions, reviewer, and review date: Not recorded
Sources and scope
Content reviewed 2026-11-02. A documentation reference supports the stated method or data only; it does not approve settings on another machine.
- LaserCalc Pro marking calculator
The linked calculator is the field and output reference. Its modeled time and fixed internal margin need review against the recorded CO2 sample and shop policy.
- LightBurn 2.1 Material Test
Use a material-specific test for the setting and observed quality. This worksheet adds shop quote preparation; LightBurn does not supply a quote price.
Use the result in the quote workflow
- Attach the record to the job or drawing revision.
- Keep the source and review date with the assumption.
- Escalate to the machine manual or quality owner when the result is outside the recorded boundary.