How long does it typically take to complete a sub-surface engraving job?

The time required is dependent upon numerous factors such as the laser power, the type of information (2-D versus 3-D), and the total amount of information required for the engraving. Long gone are the days with the older 3-D laser marking when a simple job took hours to process. With today’s technology, a 3-D image engraved inside a 4″ X 2″ X 2″ may take as little as 3 1/2 minutes. A 2-D version of similar artwork could be completed in as little as 90 seconds. 

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