Engraving
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How deep can laser engraving go?
This will vary based on the substrate, the tone of the artwork, and the speed and power settings used. For…
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Education
Benefits of Using a Laser Engraver Over a Rotary Machine
The major benefit of using a laser engraver is the production time you save. Laser engraving is much faster than…
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How do I create a checkering pattern with my laser?
Note: Instructions are done in CorelDRAW. For most background graphics, I draw the repeating element. For checkering, a diamond shape…
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Education
Shop Talk: Using a Laser for a Wordy Wall Sign Job
Not long ago, we completed one of the wordiest sign projects of individual letters and logos I can remember doing.…
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Education
Engraving Acrylic
When it comes to the perfect substrate to use in your laser engraver, you can make a very good argument…
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Education
A Checklist for Engraving Glass Ball Ornaments
The keys to successfully engraving glass ball ornaments are: Low power Low resolution (DPI) Quality stock Darker colors for greater…
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Education
Try This: Laser Engrave a Business Card Holder
Laser engraving is one popular method used to engrave personalized images/photo-related products, including family portraits, couples’ photos, and photos of…
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Education
3D Printing vs. Laser Engraving
On the surface, 3D printing and laser cutting/engraving systems may not appear to have a lot in common; however, they…
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What types of wood are suitable for awards and plaques?
There are various wood types that work well for awards, depending on the personalization that will be worked into the…
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Tips
Select the Correct Focus for Your Laser
To create a precise laser engraving, you must use the right lens, appropriate working tables, and a corresponding exhaust system.…
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What are the benefits of bringing a laser in-house?
You need to produce promotional items with your client’s logo for an event next week – what do you do? Pay high…
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Education
Make Educated Purchases When It Comes to Your Next Laser System
Ultimately, image quality and speed might be the deciding factors even after price has been considered. These two aspects of a laser…
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Be Outgassing Aware: A warning to laser users
Not all materials are laser-safe, and some can produce an outgassing hazard when laser processed. PVC and Polycarbonate products produce hazardous…
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How do you engrave wood with a laser?
The process starts with a computer design software, such as CorelDRAW or Adobe Illustrator, where an image is downloaded or…
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Education
Try This: Engraved Denim
Denim is everywhere. From head to toe, you can find any garment and accessory made of this fabric – it’s…
