P2 Ultra metal settings
TYVOK P2 Ultra metal marking settings for cards, tags, and labels
Use this page to plan a metal-first sample board. Metal settings should prove readability, finish, and durability before customer work.
Visual check
Match the material to the machine path
Industry-leading laser sites do not leave settings as isolated numbers. They connect the material, the test file, and the machine decision.
Starting points
Material paths to test first
Use these as structured first tests. Record the exact material, finish, and result before repeating a job.
| Material or job | Start here | Proof note |
|---|---|---|
| Black metal card | Start with text, logo, and QR samples on the same card type. | Check readability under normal light. |
| Asset tag | Test serial text and QR code together, not separately. | Keep a record of the exact material and finish. |
| Brass or copper tag | Run a small sample board before promising a finish. | Metal alloys and coatings can behave differently. |
| Tool marking | Choose a safe non-critical tool surface first. | Avoid marking safety-critical parts without proper validation. |
Next step
Move from settings to a buying decision
FAQ
Material setting questions
Are these exact TYVOK P2 Ultra settings?
No. They are starting paths and test logic. Actual settings depend on material finish, focus, speed units, power, and desired result.
Why start with a test file?
A test file gives you repeatable proof before you engrave a paid product or buy a large batch of blanks.
Where should I go after this page?
Use the related lesson, the use-case buying path, and the TYVOK P2 Ultra product page to connect material proof with the buying decision.
Browse the TYVOK material library
Choose the material first, then move into machine settings, test files, and product examples.
More TYVOK project cases to sell
Use these project cases after choosing a material path, then move into machine settings and product selection.
More TYVOK B2B and event project paths
Use these project cases to connect serious buyer intent to machine choice, material proof, and Academy lessons.
High-intent TYVOK project paths
Use these pages for searches where the buyer already has a sellable project in mind: QR codes, menu boards, pet tags, keychains, and repeat small-business work.