Does SendCutSend Engrave Lettering?

[SLK001]

I have this:



This is a massive rework of the original dash panel from my vibratory compactor. I obtained and then welded metal disks to fill the original holes. The original holes held switches that had long since rusted away. My only objection to this rework is my hand lettering of the labels. It also turns out that the hour meter no longer works and has to be replaced. Hence, the need for a new panel (or, another massive rework). This time, I would like to have the lettering engraved in the metal for a more polished look. Also, the two top holes don't line up properly with their holes, even though this is the original panel.

Of the center indicator, there are only 5 or 6 idiot lights that have to be maintained, in addition to a new hour meter. I have the design almost ready, but I don't know any place that can engrave the lettering.

 

[400bird]

Not that I've seen. You could do two layers and cut the lettering and not the top layer, but that's just going to collect lots of dirt.

 

[benmychree]

I'd think of finding someone who does CNC engraving; speaking for myself, I know that doing multiple setups of a complicated layout such as that invites mistakes of all types, possibly an overlay of multicolor vinyl engraving stock that would cover the steel .

 

[Karl_T]

I did a laser engraved lamacoid type label over steel for a similar need. Just send them a.dxf of your lettering.

Do not remember vendor I used. Here's one possible.

Create Your Own Custom Sign - Lasercrafting

Choose Dimensions, Font, Color, and Style - Each Custom Sign is Laser Engraved on High Quality Sixteenth Inch UV Rated Signage Material

lasercrafting.com

here's another

26-50 Sq In 1/8in Thick Single Sided Lamacoid

26-50 Sq In 1/8in Thick Single Sided Lamacoid

www.sanzospecialties.com

 

[cjanderson_90]

Not that I've seen. You could do two layers and cut the lettering and not the top layer, but that's just going to collect lots of dirt.

You could do this, and the add 1/8" or 1/4" spacer rings and then hopefully dirt could pass through both plates?

 

[ttabbal]

What I have done in the past is pretty basic. I took an anodized aluminum plate and drew up the layout in a CAD program. I used circles with a crosshair in the middle for holes, then used a laser to remove the color. That gives you nice looking labels and drill locations at the same time. You could do the same with paint if you don't want to get an aluminum plate that big. Or anodize it. This sort of thing can be done with even the cheap diode laser setups, you don't need anything special for it. With steel, a clear coat after engraving might be a good idea, or your labels will be a cool orange color after a while outside.