What is leatherette used for in laser engraving?

Leatherette is a synthetic material designed to mimic real leather while producing clean, high-contrast engraving results.

Will this work for hat patches?

Yes. Laserhyde leatherette and adhesive materials are specifically tested for professional hat patch makers using heat press applications.

Is this a laser safe material?

Yes, all Laserhyde leatherette and adhesive materials are laser safe and offer a Oeko-Tex 100 safety standard certification

What lasers work with this material?

Both CO2 and diode lasers are compatible. For best results, we recommend laser systems above 20 watts. For detailed hat patches, RF tube lasers can provide excellent precision and cleaner fine details.

What do I clean leatherette with?

Our recommended cleaner is a 60 to 40% ratio of LA awesome cleaner/degreaser to water. Lightly spray and wipe with a microfiber towel. Avoid harsh alcohol-based cleaners, as they may damage the top surface or dull the engraved fiber layer.

Does this leatherette have a fabric or foam backing?

We primarily use a premium solid foam backing material for our sheets. In our testing against other competitors who use primarily double fiber layer backing, we found that the cutting results were not as solid as the foam backing, and rigid stability was lacking in a fiber only backed layer. In our patch pull test, we found that the fiber only backing style, peeled off more consistently than our premium solid sponge style backing, which had a better bond to the hat.

How do I find the correct laser engraving settings?

When it comes to leatherette types and colors they all can vary on different lasers, so for the best optimized results we recommend creating a material test in lightburn software to find the best results based on color, lines per inch, power, and speed, see this VIDEO for more info

MATERIAL SPECIFICATIONS

Listed Size: 12×20

Thickness: ~1.85mm

Top Color: Black

Upper Engraving Color: Silver Foil

Bottom engraving Color: Black

Finish: Smooth Distressed – Matte

Adhesive: Laserhyde low-temp thermoplastic film (optional or pre-applied)

Water resistant

Washable up to 60C and dry clean friendly

UV printable leatherette

Black & Silver Latigo Leatherette Sheets | Laserhyde Deluxe™

Laserhyde Deluxe™ Black & Silver latigo leatherette sheets feature dual fiber layers in silver foil and black paired with a satin matte finish top layer with a semi-smooth, distressed leather-style texture for a clean, premium look. Designed for both laser engraving and UV printing, these leatherette sheets deliver bold results with excellent flexibility and durability.

Each sheet with optional adhesive features our strong, industry-leading low-temperature thermoplastic poly film, making it an excellent choice for heat-sensitive materials such as polyester fabrics and acrylic or plastic sheet panels.

Laserhyde Deluxe leatherette and adhesives are engineered for excellent water resistance, reinforced strength, and long-lasting durability. With its reinforced premium construction, Laserhyde creates hat patches that are thicker, bolder, and offer a stronger more reliable adhesive bond to your products, making it a great choice for laser engraving businesses, custom hat decorators, and creative patch projects.

ABOUT LASERHYDE™ DELUXE ADHESIVE

Laserhyde™ Adhesive is an OEKO–TEX® Standard 100 certified, water-resistant, two-sided thermoplastic adhesive designed to bond to both soft and hard materials. Its low melting point helps protect heat-sensitive fabrics, performance materials, and acrylic sheets while still delivering strong, reliable adhesion.

Laserhyde Adhesive is safe for dry cleaning and wash temperatures up to 60°C and works well with apparel, beanies, footwear, leather, wood, plastics, acrylics, and more. Bonding temperatures will vary depending on the material.