Tool Location

Laser Cutters

 

Tool Type

Subtractive

Additional Information

Overview

The Rotary Engraver attachment is an add-on piece of hardware that can allow the laser cutter to engrave on round/cylindrical objects. This means the laser engraver is not limited to merely 2D surfaces and can work on items such as drinking glasses, rings, pens, etc.

Capabilities

Workpiece Length

The rotary attachment for the Speedy 300 can engrave objects that are up to 19.09" long.

Workpiece Diameter

This tool can engrave objects with a diameter of up to 7.24".

Workpiece Weight

The engraver can support a weight of up to 6.6lbs.

Materials

The rotary attachment is an extension of the laser cutter. It can work with all the same materials as a laser cutter. The most common materials used with the rotary attachment are

  • Glass
  • Metal (Especially Aluminum and Stainless Steel)
  • Wood

For additional information about materials see Laserable Materials.

Safety Features

To immediately stop a rotary engrave, simply lift the lid the same as with any laser job.

Example Work

Rotary Engraved Drinking Glasses

One of the most popular and coolest uses for the rotary attachment

Rotary Engraved Lathed Pens/Pencils

A nice addition to a pen/pencil lathing project.

Laser Engraved Water Bottle

Note that while metal water bottles engrave well, plastic water bottles should never be engraved using the laser.

How To Use This Tool

References:

[1] Trotec Laser. Operation Manual: Trotec Speedy 300. [online]. Available at: https://www.troteclaser.com/fileadmin/content/images/Contact_Support/Manuals/Speedy-300-Manual-EN.pdf  [Accessed 7 Jul. 2018]

Author Information

Article was written by Reed Morris and edited by Jeff Park.

Last Updated: August 12 2018.

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