Custom Cut Acrylic & Laser Services in Los Angeles
We stock clear, white, black, and colored acrylic sheets (1/8" & 1/4") and cut to your exact dimensions. Laser cutting, engraving, custom signs, and plastic fabrication — all in Downtown LA.
We stock clear, white, black, and colored acrylic sheets (1/8" & 1/4") and cut to your exact dimensions. Laser cutting, engraving, custom signs, and plastic fabrication — all in Downtown LA.
Full-service acrylic and plastic fabrication — from raw sheet to finished product.
CO₂ lasers vaporize cast acrylic cleanly, producing flame-polished edges that often need zero post-processing.
Cast acrylic (PMMA) has a higher molecular weight than extruded. The laser beam melts and vaporizes it more uniformly, leaving glass-clear edges. It's the preferred choice for most cutting and engraving applications — especially edge-lit LED signs.
Extruded acrylic is less expensive and cuts faster, but can leave slightly gummier edges. It works well for larger projects where edge quality is less critical.
| Thickness | Common Uses |
|---|---|
| 1/16" (1.5mm) | Overlays, thin parts |
| 1/8" (3mm) | Signs, displays — most popular |
| 1/4" (6mm) | Enclosures, awards, structural |
| 3/8" (9mm) | Thick panels, heavy signage |
| 1/2" | Specialty projects (cast acrylic max) |
Note: Avoid polycarbonate (Lexan) on CO₂ lasers — it discolors and produces toxic fumes.
We supply the cut acrylic — our sister studio handles full sign fabrication and assembly.
Acrylic Shop LA specializes in precision material cutting. For finished reception logos, dimensional letters, backlit panels, wayfinding signage, and retail displays, visit Signs by A.L.C. — same building, same team, dedicated sign studio.
Visit Signs by ALC ↗We cut a wide range of laser-safe plastics — not just acrylic.
Different plastics behave very differently under a CO₂ laser. Some cut cleanly; others are dangerous. Here's a quick guide to what we can and can't cut:
Not sure if your material is laser-safe? Bring a small sample and we'll test it.
Plastic thicknesses vary by type. Always best to test unfamiliar materials with a small sample first.
Ask About Your MaterialBuy cut-to-size sheets or bring your own. We maintain a large in-house inventory.
Cast clear acrylic in 1/8" and 1/4" thickness. Ideal for displays, edge-lit signs, and any application requiring transparency.
Opaque cast acrylic in white and black. Popular for signage, displays, and engraving (white on black engraves to bright white).
Wide selection of cast colored acrylic sheets. Custom colors available on request — or bring your own specialty material.
You're welcome to supply your own material. Contact us first to confirm it's laser-safe and compatible with our equipment.
We handle the full job — you send the file, we cut, pack, and ship or have it ready for pickup. $65 project minimum. Quotes generally within 24 hours. Standard turnaround 3–5 business days with next day rush available.
Have It Cut For You → Call 213-866-4738Samples of laser cut acrylic, custom signs, and plastic fabrication projects.
Quotes accepted via form or email only. No phone quotes. Visits by appointment.
We cut acrylic from 1/16" to 3/4" thick. Thicker acrylic requires slower speeds but produces equally clean edges.
We stock clear, white, black, and colored acrylic in common thicknesses. You're also welcome to bring your own material.
Cast acrylic produces cleaner, flame-polished edges when laser cut and is preferred for most applications. Extruded is less expensive and works well for larger projects where edge quality is less critical.
We accept AI, DXF, or PDF vector files for cutting. PDF is often the safest export. JPEG/PNG are accepted for photo engraving only.
Yes. Laser engraving on acrylic creates a frosted white effect — especially striking on clear acrylic when backlit with LEDs.
Quotes generally within 24 hours. Standard turnaround is 3–5 business days with next day rush available. Large orders may require additional time.
$65 project minimum for laser cutting services. Rental, repair, and training are priced separately.
Yes. We offer heat bending, solvent bonding, and hardware assembly as part of our fabrication services.
Pricing depends on material, complexity, and quantity. $65 project minimum. Email your files for a free quote.
Yes — we cut leather, laser-safe rubber, mylar, EVA foam, and other laser-safe materials. We never cut PVC, polycarbonate, Delrin, ABS, MDF, or any material that releases toxic fumes.
$65 project minimum. Fast turnaround. Professional results. Get a free quote today.