Focus on Engraving Know your engraving


You can pretty much engrave onto any product these days. Here we provide an overview of what you can engrave and the best method for it.


Glass


Laser etching produces a matte effect on glass. Using a glass laser engraver letters, logos and graphics can be superficially etched into glass. For glass etching with a laser on cone- shaped objects like beer glasses it is recommended that a rotary engraving device is used, which will automatically turn your work during the engraving. Vases, crystal awards, barware, mirrors and paperweights all look beautiful when etched, perfect for personalised gifts.


Wood


Wood is a very popular engraving material, with the focus very much on the personalisation aspect. Here the laser is a very versatile tool, with endless possibilities. Options range from light colour, different brown shades to very dark, depending on the wood variety and laser settings. Photo engraving, letter cutout, name and logo personalisation, one laser is capable of doing them all.


Textiles Metals


Metal engraving is used for the marking of text, logos, pictures etc. and can be done several ways. Laser engraving is done without contact and results in a permanent, resistant and high contrast marking. Rotary engraving cuts away the metal using an engraving cutter similar to a drill. Direct part marking by dot peen or scribing uses a pneumatically driven marking pin to stamp a series of very small, closely spaced dots to form straight or curved lines.


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It is also possible to engrave textiles, such as fleece, denim and leather. The laser beam melts the material while cutting. When customised with a laser, many fabrics produce a great colour contract. Fleece and micro-fibres typically produce a darker look, while denim and sturdy cottons tend to result in an almost bleached appearance.


This list is not exhaustive and there are many more materials that you can engrave with a laser. When it comes to laser engraving the only limit is your imagination. Why not take a look at just some of the options available in the market over the next few pages?


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