How to Install the Leg Extensions of the LOKLiK iEngrave™

After purchasing the LOKLiK iEngrave™, it is time to install the often-overlooked accessories, the leg extensions. Although it may seem like a simple add-on, proper installation plays a crucial role, preventing wobbling, inconsistent engraving and cutting, and enhancing the device’s overall performance. A wrong installation could easily reverse all the above benefits. This is why it is crucial to follow these step-by-step installation instructions.

Follow these steps if you are engraving on thinner materials such as a wallet, thin wood, leather cards, coasters, rolling pins, etc.

Step 1: Take out the leg extensions. The LOKLiK laser engraving machine comes with 2 sets of leg extensions. One is 1 by 4, and the other a 2 by 4. For this part, we will be using the extension leg 1.

Step 2: Attach the extension pad to the leg extension and screw it in until the pad is in contact with the extension. Repeat this process for all four extensions, ensuring they are all from the same set.

Step 3: Flip the metal base upside down on a sturdy desk. Screw all 4 extension legs to the screw ports at the corners of the unit’s base.

Step 4: Flip over the metal base to stand on the extensions. It will give you the perfect room to engrave on thin items.

Thicker materials such as tumblers, over 15 mm wood, cast acrylic, etc, require a higher working space. To achieve this, you have to raise the metal body even higher.

Step 1: If you have already followed the steps above, remove the extension pads from all the legs. Then, take out leg extension 2 from the packaging.

Step 2: Stack both leg extension 1 and leg extension 2 together and screw them tightly.

Step 3: Attach the extension pads to the end of the legs and screw them.

Step 4: Screw the extension legs to the ports at the corners of the base. The legs should not wobble if they are tight enough.

Step 5: Flip over the metal body to stand on the extensions, and you will be all set to engrave on thick materials.

The leg extensions elevate the laser engraving machine, allowing enough airflow beneath it. This helps dissipate all the fumes produced while engraving and cutting, and in cooling it down. The raised legs also increase the workspace clearance, providing some extra room for accessories such as cords. Lastly, it improves the engraver’s general balance and minimizes the vibrations during operations for a quiet and comfortable working environment.