Our process allows you to deep etching system designed especially. etch Stainless Steel, Brass, Bronze, for laser engravers.

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ADD MORE DEPTH TO YOUR ENGRAVING BUSINESS LASER2ETCH is the first chemical Our process allows you to deep etching system designed

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Our process is chemical etching methods by utilizing compatible with all types of laser.

1 ADD MORE DEPTH TO YOUR ENGRAVING BUSINESS LASER2ETCH is the first chemical Our process allows you to deep etching system designed especially etch Stainless Steel, Brass, Bronze, for laser engravers. Our unique 3 step Aluminum and more. Diversify into process dramatically reduces the more profitable markets by offering amount of space, equipment and high value premium quality products processes required by traditional and services. Our process is chemical etching methods by utilizing compatible with all types of laser. the skill and equipment already at Chemical etching has a wide variety the heart of your business. If you of applications allowing you to already own a laser then chemical expand your product range. Nothing etching has never been more beats deep etched metal for quality accessible. and permanency L2E 01

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3 BENEFITS & APPLICATIONS BENEFITS Depth - Deep etch a variety of metals in mins Material - Etch Steel, Brass, Aluminum & more Profit - Produce high value products Detail - If you can laser it you can etch it Time - Fast Etch frees up valuable Laser time Size - Produce work 20" wide x any length Color - Easy to infill after processing Reverse Etch - Etch large background areas Dual Process - Combine Etching & Laser APPLICATIONS Military - Memorials, Recognition of service Sports and Achievements - Awards, Trophies Legal/Compliance - No smoking / Caution Commercial - Company signs, Wayfinding Industrial - Labels, Rating plates, Part ID Memorial - Memorials, Plaques Architectural - Hotel, Lift, fire Escape Signs Commemorative - Plaques, Gifts Decorative - Jewellery, Art, Metal posters L 2 E 0 3

4 3 STEP ETCHING PROCESS Spray Metal with L2E Etch resist Laser image by removing resist Etch in L2E Etching machine SPRAY First spray coat the material with L2E Etch resist. The etch resist will act as a barrier to protect the material in the etching machine. LASER When the resist has dried use your laser to create the desired image by removing the resist from the areas you want to etch. ETCH Place the material in the L2E etching machine. The spray will etch the exposed areas. Adjust conveyor speed to etch to desired depth. L2E 04

5 ETCHING FAQ'S What is chemical etching? Chemical Etching is a subtractive manufacturing process that uses a high pressure temperatureregulated spray to remove material to create a permanent etched image or shape in metal. What are the advantages of chemical etching over laser? The main advantage with chemical etching is that it etches the whole surface area at the same time. A laser has to mark each area individually often making many passes to achieve depth. With chemical etching the amount of detail and size of the etch area does not effect the process time. This means that you are able to deep etch even large & complex designs in minutes. What is L2E Etch resist? L2E etch resist is a specially designed laserable ink resist. It is applied via a spray gun or air brush. The user mixes the resist with 3N thinners to the desired viscosity. This vastly reduces shipping costs and allows the user greater control depending on their preferred spraying method What Chemical is used? LASER2ETCH uses a chemical called Ferric Chloride (40% strength) Ferric Chloride is inexpensive, widely available and by far the least hazardous chemical used in metal etching. It does not produce dangerous fumes, It is odourless, it is not absorbed through the skin and does not cause burns. The machine holds 20 gallons of Ferric Chloride. How do i dispose of used chemical? Typically an average customer using the L2E will need to change the etching solution every 6-12 months. Your local chemical supplier is usually able to collect and dispose of your used chemicals. The L2E is designed to make it easy to return the chemical to its original container. The L2E has triple squeegee rollers before the rinse section to eliminate chemical carryover so rinse water is safe to go direct to drain. What metals can I etch? Ferric Chlorde is ideally suited for etching stainless steel, nickel, copper, bronze, brass, aluminium and more. How do i strip the resist? L2E Etch resist is easily removed in a simple caustic soda solution, no harmful solvents are required. what metals can't i etch? Due to the chemistry required to etch exotic metals such as gold, silver and titanium specialist equipment is needed. Magnesiuim and Zinc also require specialist equipment. Our parent company is able to supply this equipment. visit L 2 E 0 5

L2E ETCHING MACHINE Conveyorised spray etching machine with integral rinse section Conveyor width 20 effective 550mm Conveyor control DC shunt motor with digital speed control Conveyor drive 1 to 1

6 L2E ETCHING MACHINE Conveyorised spray etching machine with integral rinse section Conveyor width 20 effective 550mm Conveyor control DC shunt motor with digital speed control Conveyor drive 1 to 1 polypropylene drive gears Pump High torque magnetic drive unit Filter Lift out filter on input side of pump Heater 2kw titanium element Temperature control Digital readout electronic thermostat Spray banks 4 top spray bars Spray jets Quick release fan jets Carryover gap 4 sets squeegee rollers to prevent solution carryover Rinse section Top and bottom spray bars Load unload trays 2 x clip on trays Dimensions Length 35 + clip on trays 2 x 10 (875mm + 2 x 250mm) Width 31 (787mm) x height 39 (1000mm) Services Single phase, ½ water in, 1 ½ drain Safety Low liquid level cut out Chamber access magnetic interlock Fume extraction Contact info@laser2etch.com for price and shipping L2E 06

7 WORLD LEADERS IN ETCHING TECHNOLOGY SINCE 1983 LASER2ETCH IS A DIVISION OF MASTERETCH have been a leading manufacturer of etching equipment for over 35 years with installations in more than 44 countries. In that time we ve gained a reputation for delivering innovative etching solutions across a broad range of industries including signs and awards, automotive, electronics, printing and more. LASER2ETCH is our first etching system designed especially for laser engravers. It marks the culmination of two years work at our dedicated R&D facility in Corby, UK. Our unique 3 step process makes chemical etching more accessible than ever before. We have the experience and knowledge needed to help you succeed. L 2 E 0 7

8 JOIN US AT BOOTH 325 JUNE 15TH-16TH CLEVELAND OHIO REGISTRATION OPEN NOW Unit 4 Pywell Court, Pywell Road Corby, Northants, England NN17 5WA Tel: INFO@LASER2ETCH.COM /LASER2ETCH /LASER2ETCH

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