Calibrating your laser engraver is one of the most important steps you can take to ensure clean, precise, and efficient work. Without proper calibration, makers often face misaligned cuts, wasted material, and extra production time. If you’ve ever had to guess where your engraving will land, struggled with inaccurate job placement, or slowed down projects with repeated framing tests, chances are your camera or machine needs calibration.
In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to calibrate laser engraver systems, specifically using the built-in camera with LightBurn software. You’ll learn why calibration matters, how to do it correctly, and tips to maintain accuracy for the long term. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced maker, this article will help you understand the laser engraver calibration process and give you confidence in every project.