Frequently asked questions

• perfect reproduction of the electrode;
• accuracy and rapidity of engraving;
• copper electrodes processing: laser guarantees the highest accuracy;
• graphite electrodes processing: 3 times more rapid than on copper.

ML Engraving can engrave a graphite electrode for the roughing processing and a copper electrode for the finishing processing under specific requests. Clients frequently ask for the direct laser engraving, instead of making the electro-erosion processing.

• Minimum engraving depth: 0,002 mm;
• Maximum engraving depth: it depends on the king of texture required. For 3D textures ML Engraving reaches 0,600 mm depth;
• Minimum diameter of laser beam: 0,05 mm;
• Maximum distance between laser head and mould: 380 mm;
• Maximum surface to be worked: 3000x2500 mm;
• Maximum weight: 10 tons.

• 3D file of the Model (.step,.iges,.stl,etc..);
• 3D file of the Mould (.step,.iges,.stl,etc..);
• Render file (.jpg,.pdf, etc..).

2) the texture to ba applied. You can choose among:
 

• ML Engraving catalogue code (or any other catalogues on the market);
• a physical sample such as rock, fabric, wood, leather, etc. We will turn it into a file texture;
• your personal idea.