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RED/BLACK HYDBOND LEATHERETTE SHEET (12"x24")

RED/BLACK HYDBOND LEATHERETTE SHEET (12"x24")

Regular price $15.00 USD
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SKU:HLS-24SWA

Our 12" x 24" Hydbond leatherette sheets are specifically designed for laser engraving and cutting.

This laser-safe sheet features Industry-standard Hydbond adhesive backing for a reliable and secure attachment to hats and other apparel related projects. It is perfect for producing quality laser engravings and cuts for a wide variety of applications. The material is highly resistant to wear and tear, guaranteeing excellent results.

Hydbond Leatherette Specifications

SIZE:

12" x 24" per panel

THICKNESS:

Approximately 1.45mm

BACKING:

These Leatherette sheets come pre-applied with our industry leading Hydbond adhesive.

(Heat activated adhesive)

Prior to applying this material to your garment, ensure that you have removed the white paper transfer.

You CAN remove the white paper transfer before or after you laser engrave & cut your patches.

Note: Non-tacky until heated

TEXTURE:

Real leather duplicated to achieve a heightened sense of authenticity.

MATERIAL:

Non-toxic faux leather designed & manufactured specifically for laser engraving

LAYERS:

The surface layer is composed of the color of the leather you perceive, reinforced by a specific fabric to increase its thickness.

When engraving, the color beneath will be revealed.

The durable gray backing material used in our leatherette provides long-lasting support.

Note:

Rawhide/black will laser black

Black/Silver will laser silver

Dual Heated Hat Press Settings

To achieve optimal results, make sure the bottom platen is set to 320°F and the top platen is set to 280°F.

The pressure should be moderate.

Press for 35 seconds.

Note: Press down on your leatherette patch for a few seconds to get it to hold to your hat before pressing. This will help it stay in place.

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Top Heated Only Hat Press Settings

For users with a hat press that is only heated from the top, we have the perfect settings for you!

1. Set your hat press to 300°F.

2. Pre-Press your hat for 25-30 seconds.

3. Place your patch on the hat immediately after the pre-press & apply enough pressure for the patch to stay in place while the hat is hot.

Press again at the same temperature for 30-35 seconds.

Household Iron or Cricut hat press Compatible

Houshold Iron

When applying the patch, use a moderate to high heat setting and apply mild pressure while moving around the patch for 30 to 45 seconds.

Cricut Hat Press

300°F for 50 seconds while applying medium pressure.

Note:

Remember to place a heat-resistant pad between your iron and the patch to prevent any burning or scorching.

Laser Compatibility & Settings

Most lasers should be compatible with Hydbond leatherette as long as the wattage is 10W or higher.

This includes the following manufactures just to name a few. Epilog, Trotec, X-Tool, Thunder, OM-TECH, Full spectrum, etc.

LASER SETTINGS

Due to the multitude of laser manufacturers and the varying wattages available, it can be quite challenging to provide accurate settings tailored to your specific laser. We recommend conducting a series of experiments using a small piece of our leatherette in order to find the optimal settings for your laser.

It is suggested to initiate a lower power level and gradually raise it until the desired results are achieved.

Leatherette Cleaning

Hydbond Leatherette should be cleaned with a product called LA AWESOME.

LA AWESOME, a non-toxic degreaser is the perfect choice for those seeking an effective solution for business or home use.

To ensure optimal results and preserve the quality of your engravings, begin by spraying a small quantity on a microfiber cloth and softly wiping the leatherette surface to eliminate any char or residue caused by the burning of your laser. You can repeat this process until most, if not all char is removed.

Note: During this process, it is essential to maintain a slight and uniform pressure.

Washing

Hand wash is always our first recommended method.

Wash with soap and water, avoid scrubbing on the patch to preserve engravings.

Noah's Recommendations & Tips

Hey there! This is Noah with Hydbond. Owner & Founder

Thank you for your interest in our leatherette. Our leatherette is extremely easy to work with, so if you are a beginner in the industry or an expert looking to add leatherette to your line of work, you've came to the right place!

Working with our Metallic Leatherette (Black/Silver, Blue/Silver)

Metallics can be hard to work with your first time, but trust me. It's all in the Laser settings! It takes VERY little power in order to reveal the metallic color underneath so keep that in mind when you are trying to dial in your settings. Also, ensure your focus is spot on. It's essential to keep your leatherette as flat as possible while engraving. Any part of your laser lens out of focus, will make a significant impact on the quality of your engravings.

Cleaning

I've been using LA AWESOME as a cleaner for quite some time and it works fantastic! Just make sure not to rub too hard as you can lift some of the color off of the leatherette.

Beginner tips

Make sure to grab a heat resistant silicone or foam pad. You will use these a lot. Place it over your patch right before you press to avoid scorching & patch contamination.

To maintain a flat surface on your laser bed, you CAN remove the paper transfer before engraving. If you decide to do this, ensure that you wipe the glue side with a damp microfiber towel before pressing your patch to remove any dust or debris contamination.

If you ever have any questions, feel free to contact us at any time. My team and I would love to assist!😊 Send us a chat in the box to the right of your screen for quick help!

  • Always speak with a human at Hydbond! Call us: 209-854-7736 or send us a message in the chat box to the bottom right of your screen!
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Vincent Richardson
My only complaint

My only complaint is that I didn't buy more of every color!
Great product. Adhesive is strong just need to see how long it last now.

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Casey Moore

The black and red has the best contrast once engraved my customers always opt for red patches now.

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Michael Rau
Red

I like the color. I would like to see more options with this. Red/gold. Red/ silver. Red/WHT. Also I'm asked often if Red is an option for the engraving layer.

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EVERETT GAMMONS
Tough, thick, and easy to work with.

The material looks and feels like the real think, and not a lot of soot.

When we say bond, we mean it.

Please consider a pair of pliers if you try to remove a patch. You may also want to make a new one..