Thanks very much for the tutorial. I've literally got a can coming through the post in 30 minutes, and everything is set up ready thanks to your video.
Yes, some sprays do work sell for brass. Make sure you check the manufacturers site before buying. For example, Cermark gives directions on their site on how to use it with brass.
You'll have to research each brand of spray individually. Cermark has a large write-up on their site. Here's a clip from it: "The Cermark application is not a product made for human or animal consumption. However, materials marked with the Cermark application, have been evaluated for health risk. especially when marking materials such as utensils, medical devices, or other material products used by humans or animals. If the laser is set at the appropriate laser settings the Cermark application has not presented any health risk up to this moment."
Thanks for the great video. I've seen some stainless etched with an effect of grey (matte, similar to the original stainless) look. The spray I use is similar to what you used and gives a nice crisp black... but I'm wondering if there's a way to achieve a more subtle marking with a CO2 laser. Ideas?
I've achieved a subtle look in the past by applying a very light layer spray and decreasing power or increasing speed. You could also try hitting it with a buffing wheel using a very light abrasive after lasering.
Most of the laser etching spray providers list their products as "food safe", but I'd contact them directly and ask before buying. Thanks for watching!
Would you recommend both products for a diode laser? And if so any knives (metals) it would work best with? I always feel bad for asking these types of questions, but I can’t seem to find a clear answer in my google search. Thanks! ❤
Both products work great for diode lasers, I've used both with a 20W diode with good results. If you watch my WeCreat video, you can see me testing moly spray with it. I'd recommend getting a can of Moly for testing, since it's cheap and then use the laser marking spray for the final product. th-cam.com/users/shortsi26kWoYF400?si=7qd7A28dvN7WdXLb
I have used the mono spray with a 1000mw laser before, and it has worked for me, but I did have to go really slow at high power, so it's not every practical for a large marking.
Usually, anywhere that's having a sale. This time of year, you can find great deals. But, I usually only buy a dozen at a time ... if you are looking to do volume, you'll have to find a Chinese wholesaler.
Watch my video on engraving metals with an Infrared Laser: th-cam.com/video/k1TJPv0RHoE/w-d-xo.html
Thanks very much for the tutorial. I've literally got a can coming through the post in 30 minutes, and everything is set up ready thanks to your video.
You're welcome 😊
Very good video, thanks for the lesson
Thanks, Colin!
Bro thats fucking cool, legit fire stuff you making keep up man 💪💪🔥🔥
Thank you!
Can this be used to remove car paint effectively?
There are hand-held fiber lasers out that can remove both paint and rust.
Hi Love your video. I have a 100w co2 laser. Could I use the same principale on brass? It’s for a trophy. Thanks
Yes, some sprays do work sell for brass. Make sure you check the manufacturers site before buying. For example, Cermark gives directions on their site on how to use it with brass.
Can I use my dry PTFE spray instead of the Dry Moly?
Unfortunately, I've never tested PTFE spray.
Can the knife be used to cook afterwards ?
Or is it health risk with that black spray
You'll have to research each brand of spray individually. Cermark has a large write-up on their site.
Here's a clip from it: "The Cermark application is not a product made for human or animal consumption. However, materials marked with the Cermark application, have been evaluated for health risk. especially when marking materials such as utensils, medical devices, or other material products used by humans or animals. If the laser is set at the appropriate laser settings the Cermark application has not presented any health risk up to this moment."
Can you buy those sprays in different colors? Or is it just black?
I've seen them in black, copper and silver colors.
Thanks for the great video. I've seen some stainless etched with an effect of grey (matte, similar to the original stainless) look. The spray I use is similar to what you used and gives a nice crisp black... but I'm wondering if there's a way to achieve a more subtle marking with a CO2 laser. Ideas?
I've achieved a subtle look in the past by applying a very light layer spray and decreasing power or increasing speed.
You could also try hitting it with a buffing wheel using a very light abrasive after lasering.
@@MakeTechCreate excellent ideas! thanks
What product do you use?
Great video! I assume however this product is not good safe so that butcher knife is then for decoration?
Most of the laser etching spray providers list their products as "food safe", but I'd contact them directly and ask before buying. Thanks for watching!
Can you share the info about your engraver ? What watt laser and setup ?
I did a video on that laser here th-cam.com/video/ssUn6fAODM8/w-d-xo.html
But, recently upgraded to a 700x500 80w laser from Omtech.
Would you recommend both products for a diode laser? And if so any knives (metals) it would work best with?
I always feel bad for asking these types of questions, but I can’t seem to find a clear answer in my google search. Thanks! ❤
Both products work great for diode lasers, I've used both with a 20W diode with good results. If you watch my WeCreat video, you can see me testing moly spray with it.
I'd recommend getting a can of Moly for testing, since it's cheap and then use the laser marking spray for the final product.
th-cam.com/users/shortsi26kWoYF400?si=7qd7A28dvN7WdXLb
Is your speed 60 inches or 60 mm
mm/Sec thanks
Can this be done with a 1600mW laser?
Both sprays can be used with a diode laser, but you'll have to determine the feeds and speeds for your machine.
@@MakeTechCreate So this technique can work with a not-so-powerful laser?
I have used the mono spray with a 1000mw laser before, and it has worked for me, but I did have to go really slow at high power, so it's not every practical for a large marking.
where do you source your knives?
Usually, anywhere that's having a sale. This time of year, you can find great deals. But, I usually only buy a dozen at a time ... if you are looking to do volume, you'll have to find a Chinese wholesaler.
I wish I had the time to research this. I say that like it’s a bad thing - lol
Nice job
Thank you!