# Walnut Hardwood laser settings for Thunder Laser Nova 24

Community-shared laser settings to engrave Walnut Hardwood (wood) on the Thunder Laser Nova 24, a 60W CO2 laser. Engrave: 500 mm/s, 55% power, 1 pass.

- Source page: https://thelaserworkshop.com/community/material/walnut-hardwood-settings-thunder-laser-nova-24-f72aea53-a9d4-4bb6-ad84-78a0f5e2ecf4
- Shared by: Szuch Design
- Status: Community-submitted, not independently verified
- Material category: Wood
- Thickness: 19 mm
- Machine: Thunder Laser Nova 24 (60W CO2 laser)
- Last updated: 2026-02-18

## Engrave settings

| Setting | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Speed | 500 mm/s |
| Power max | 55% |
| Power min | 55% |
| Density | 762 LPI |
| Passes | 1 |
| Defocus | 3 mm |

## Notes from the author

Engrave, Sand and Finish

## Before you run this job

Settings vary between individual machines, even of the same model. Run a test card on scrap material first, never leave the laser unattended, and never cut PVC or vinyl.

## Related settings

- [All Thunder Laser settings](https://thelaserworkshop.com/brand/thunder-laser)
- [Szuch Design materials and settings](https://thelaserworkshop.com/supplier/szuch-design)