The Secret to Etching Pint Glasses with a Diode Laser
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- Опубліковано 27 вер 2024
- The Secret to Etching Pint Glasses with a Diode Laser. After my glass etching video I got a lot of questions on how to etch a tapered glass like a pint glass. Join me today where we go over the secret to etching a tapered glass.
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Thank you for the information. Never thought about lifting one end of the roller up to make it level.
Sometimes is so simple you overlook it! LOL
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I was researching Glowforge and Xtool came up in my FB feed, so I started researching and all info pointed to D1 over Glowforge, so I bought the bundle with the rotary tool. I am getting close, 5 our of 8 boxes have been delivered, so I am binge watching your videos! I started out with Cricut (cutting machine), added sublimation (ink turning to gas to sublimate on various things: T-shirts, tumblers, everything the D1 can do, but a different technique)! I would happily buy your top subscription if you got a better camera. We cannot see anything you do in the app, it's all blurry. That is an important part, along with you setting up you substrate in the honeycomb or rotary device. Love your humor and even your mistakes! Look forward to watching more!
Not sure what to tell you, I shoot and edit in 1080p.
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I appreciate the videos you have made for etching glass. When I first bought my D1, pint glasses were the main idea I had. I have been able to etch the glass using this method, but I’m actually ending up with a super light etch and would like a better image so I could actually sell them. I’m not sure if you have any tips on getting a darker etch or not but I would really appreciate it.
A little more CGC might do it. Sometimes designs need to be inverted in order for them to show up better.
Also slowing the laser or increasing DPI might help.
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What's the process for cleaning off the paint after you're done printing. I'm assuming just use the paint thinner.
Yup.
I'm genuinely asking this... at 12mm/second, how long did it take to etch that image? I'm currently following your steps for a 3"x3" logo on a beer mug, and it's saying it's gonna take almost 8 hours! Is that about right?
Sounds close. Depends on how detailed the image is.
@BuildDadBuild appreciate the reply. I realized about halfway thru my etching that you said 12mm per SECOND... and I was an idiot and set it to 12mm per MINUTE 😅 at least this was just a test piece! Appreciate your videos, brother!
Bro! I don't know how long it.would.have taken me to think of leveling the rollers brilliant!
I am having a lot of trouble. I do the line test to get the rotations per mm. Then I do and engrave a logo and it is very skewed. So then I go do the line test again, and then get that set to where the two ends meet again, then go back and engrave the logo, well its still skewed. I have the cup flat even though it is slanted. And then when I get any type of engraving, the glass from the engraved part chips. So i try new settings, and nothing seems to work.
Try weighting the cup so it doesn't slip while engraving.
@@BuildDadBuild it doesn’t slip
Then your belts are loose or the laser head isn't seated properly.
Just ordered my X Tool D1 using your discount code! Thanks, and keep up the good work!
Awesome!
You'll love it.
Hay sweet. Got a questions can you use card stock To engravean image? And can diode laser cut glass? 🤓🧐
Mine slides when it’s at an angle… any idea how to prevent that? I’m using the ortur rotary
weight the glass.
@@BuildDadBuild I’ll try that.
What is a rolling toolbox?
I ordered the new and improved rotary attachment and it finally shipped yesterday. 2-3 weeks hopefully is all I'm waiting for it to travel from Hong Kong to Wisconsin, but who knows how long it will take.
Its worth it. That thing rocks!
@@BuildDadBuild I'm extremely excited.
Friend,I really appreciate your work. We are looking for reviewers, would you like to review Longer's 3D printer & laser engraver?
Hi nick
Thanks for the educational video, much appreciated.
What's the settings on your laser for engraving this glass 🤔
100% power, 12/mms
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Alright I'm etching some glass for my brother in law and I found that I have like flaking. So I scrape the coat of etching off and get an alright image but I lose all detail. I guess my ? Is am I supposed to scrape off the etched part?
That flaking means you’re putting too much product on the glass. Just enough to coat it.
@@BuildDadBuild thank you for getting back with me on the issue I really appreciate it.
Thanks for the video Nick. First of yours I've watched. You seem to have played / worked with the cylinder engraving tool more than most so I'll ask you. Will this attachment do a small enough diameter to etch the handle of a pool cue? If you think it might, do you have any tips / tricks I might need other than the levelling that you just made very clear. I am buying an Atomstack X7. Also do you suggest air assist?
Thanks again for your video. I really like your detailed but Not boring approach.
Yes on the pool cue. Air assist is going to be more important if you are cutting.
How does gravity not cause the glass to slide down the rollers while spinning?
I found that using the Cold Galvanizing compound paint from Lowes at 60mm/sec and 95% power left an incredible smooth black etch in the glass, at much slower speed it frosted the glass. I think it left a better image in black than the more expensive charcoal glass spray from Enduramark. It worked on tile the same way at 90mm/sec at 90% power. This is on the 10w version of the D1.
Good to know!
I tried 60mm/sec 95% power with galvanizing compound and it looked really good until I washed off the burnt paint and it left a very faint etching, too fast to really effect the glass. Using xtool d1 pro 10 watt. I think I’m going to try the black tempera technique tommorow.
Do you change speed and power for frosted look? D1 pro 20w.
@@Dhump007 what did you come up with for your settings for the 20w
Can you tell us the 20W settings?
If you do the same method but incline on the opposite side. The glass will be prevent to walk down cause it’ll be on the mechanic edge of the roller , acting like a stopper
This is awesome! And entertaining 😆 Thanks! Trying to figure out my Atomstack Roller in my Lightburn software and the doorstop thing will come in handy!
Check out Louisiana Hobby Guy's UA-cam channel. He's the Lightburn guru.
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I had a question, I’ve done some glass engraving, I’ve noticed when I use Black colored rust oleum paint my colors are different vs when I use white colored paint, would grey be a good idea? What color paint would you recommend as a mask?
This is the only thing I've used to date. But I'd give grey a shot!
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That is one janky ass setup. I love it!
Very cool. You're further making me want to get one of these and quit my day job! LOL This looks a lot easier than using etching cream or a diamond stylus for my rotary tool!
It's hard to notice, but did you adjust the width of the square image to make it still look square when viewing it on a round object ? As for the paint I use Vallejo black primer and apply it with my airbrush.
No. I did not adjust.
what kind of spray do you use on the glass before you engrave it? what other options do u have instead of spray?
Cold Galvenizing compound
How do you removed the cold galvanized compound? Do you just wipe it down with a clothe or need some kind of chemical to remove it? Thanks!
Lacquer thinner
how long did take to laser the duff glass ?
Bout 30 minutes.
Nick.. I've been experimenting with different mediums for etching glass (Dry Moly, Zinc/Galvanizing, Tempera, Tape, etc...), and have found that most mediums are "about" equal. Side note, at least with the galvanizing I am using, I run a second pass to burn off excess material left behind on first pass.... but, I digress..
The point of my post, and I do have one, is to ask you a question: have you tried using "Rub'n Buff" (get yer mind outta the gutter!) on the etched part of the glass?
I have watched several videos of the folks who do chemical etching of glass follow-up with Rub'n Buff to bring color to their glass etchings (gold leaf, copper, ebony, etc...). I am going to experiment on some of my existing test pieces this weekend, but wondered if you had already seen this product.
If you see this and are interested in my results... let me know and I'll be happy to share.
I've never heard of it, but will check it out.
You can share your results on my Discord channel:
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Cheers!
@@BuildDadBuild Just joined and uploaded to #pictures ... enjoy!
Thanks for your video! Mighty helpful. Can you use this technique to engrave images…( not vector files). Thanks much
Sure
Quick question what did you use to put inside the cup so the laser doesnt go through it?
The transfer agent makes it opaque
Awesome, Nick! Keep kicking ass!!
Currently taking names...
LOL
Cheers!
@@BuildDadBuild love it bud hahaha
With the glass tapering, how did you determine circumference? Did you use the opening of the glass or the middle of the glass? Any insight is appreciated! Keep up the awesome videos!
Why do you need circumference? The images are measured by width. If you are concerned with where the image will be placed I would measure the circumference in the middle of the engravable area.
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@@BuildDadBuild are you able to engrave on gun magazines would you say with this laser ?
@@breaking_beatz7764 Depends on the material of the mag. You may need a transfer agent.
Impressive video! Loving your channel!!🥰
Thank you!
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What did you use to clean the compound off the glass once engraving was done?
Lacquer Thinner
I have found that shimming the rotary can cause the item, like a large glass, to walk down hill causing the engrave pattern to shift.
That's why I did another video showing how to make a jig. I've found anything more than a pint glass doesn't "tilt" all that well.
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I solved this problem by just placing a heavy object in the way in the direction of the walk (in my case a tea tin with some weights in it) - cheap, fast, and at least for my purposes results have been great.
Hi how you doing this is Junior I was wondering what settings you use to make that cut I just bought a machine last week 10 watts.
I used the settings for stainless steel.
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Awesome video!! Thanks Nick!!
Thanks, Justin!
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Great information. What roller are you using ?
The original rotary that came with the xTool before they upgraded to the RA2
@@BuildDadBuild Oh, that's why I didn't recognize it. Thanks sir.
have you tried the water cleanable stuff you do ceramic tiles with on glass?
Yes. Works great.
Your videos are great and so helpful! Have you seen or tried the Sculpfun S9? I'm looking for a larger work space and deeper cuts. I wonder also if a camera can be added to any of the diode lasers? Or if you can mix and match accessories, like the rotary?
I got to use the S6...it was a decent unit. Have not had the pleasure of working with the S9.
Some of the accessories are mix and match. You just need to make sure you've got the same connectors!
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Great video again. Do you think the fry moly would work as the coating?
You mean remove the coating?
I mean apply dry moly like you do on metal. I was just wondering if it would would work like the tempera coating.
Not sure.
Dude, game changer. Thank you!
Happy to help!
Cheers!
Hi! I have a question and I hope you can answer it. When you laser engrave onto a pint glass, does it come out smooth or is the glass going to be jagged like it was chipped away?
I wouldn't say jagged, but you can feel the roughness of the etch.
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@@BuildDadBuild Would you recommend to put some kind of clear coating over the glass to smooth it all the way around? Thanks for the reply!
I like your little stand you have for your laptop where’d you get it at.
Amazon of course! 🤣🤣
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Thank you
Oh my gosh Wowzers. Can this be done on a 5W laser? lol
I believe so.
@@BuildDadBuild sweet 😁 thanks
Is the xTool D1 a blue laser? I want to get a better pair of glasses than the ones that came with it. Suggestions of laser safety glasses? Thank man!
Yes it has a blue beam.
These are the ones I have and love them!
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Colored or tinted glassware. Do we know if we need the spray?
Yea. Anything transparent for the most part
have you done a mirror yet, where do you get all your pics from ? i just got my x tool d1 never tried anything like this before
I haven't done a mirror yet.
I get my pics from all over. I design some of them. And find others online.
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Just curious, how slow is necessary to get "frosted" look with cgc? Mine are mostly greyish.... I have a d1 pro 20w
Not sure. I haven’t run any with the 20w
@@BuildDadBuild you said to use "stainless" settings, I believe you were using laserbox at the time, xcs has 3 different stainless settings, I can translate to 20w if I can ever figure out where to start..
Why not to use rubber ring on glass bottom or sth printed to have top and bottom of glass at the same height? IMO it's way easier and more precise than door stops. Smoething like "O" = glass top, "o" = glass bottom, "o-O" - printed/engraved ring with hole that outside diameter fits "O" and inside diamiter that fits bottom "o" of glass. Even painters tape wraped few times on glass bottom should work fine :). Don't understand me wrong, I still appriciate your effort 😉. Keep it up.
I have seen those methods, and I agree with them. I feel like this is the simplest solution for those out there that don't want to print something, etc. But if you've go the way to do it, more power to ya, brother! I actually use a roll of painters tape for my 30oz tumblers!LOL
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This is the method I use, too. I was worried the differing circumferences from the top of the glass to the bottom would roll at different rates on the rotary causing skewing/shifting of the image. Have used a roll of masking tape in a pinch, too. :)
Bro please tell me you watched the Xtool d1 20w livestream..... Dude KILLER....... THEY BUILT A 20W DIODE LASER THAT YOU JUST SWAP OUT FOR THE 5 0R 10 W IN YOUR D1....
Hell yeah!
They're supposed to be shipping me one to play with!
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Nick, I appreciate this video, as I'm new to the laser engraving game...my girlfriend wants to personalize and give stemless champagne flutes to her bridesmaids and I think this vid will definitely help me...but my concern is the tulip shape of the glasses...they're actually pink-colored coated steel stemless flutes...so not EXACTLY like the pint glasses, but sort of.....clear as mud?
You really want to look at the RA2 Pro. It will be SUPER HELPFUL
ua-cam.com/video/JrVSyI-O-mk/v-deo.html
Cheers!
They now sell a pro version of the roatating tool. it has different clamps and adapters for any shape. Xtool RAD 2 Pro
Just ordered mine!!
Noice!
What did you use to strip compound
Lacquer thinner
Nice job, how about etching a wine glass?
Sure can!
We've been using the rastolium cold galvanizing spray paint, but aint, but our glasses keep coming out with the image black Rather than frosted white. How do I combat that?
Thanks
That’s either too much product or you are running too hot.
@@BuildDadBuild Will give that a try! Much appreciated.
What rotary tool are you using
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This one:
www.xtool.com/collections/accessory/products/rotary-attachment-risers-8-packs-for-d1
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Great stuff!!!
You think this would work on clear acrylic?
I wouldn't want to try and get that off on clear acrylic. Try tempura paint.
Thank you!
Would love to see this compound work with your Fiber Laser....
Don't need it.
@@BuildDadBuild would you care to mansplain that comment? lol I have a 30W Raycus and have not found a way of Engraving on Glass...
@@guindonmike You can't engrave on glass with a fiber as far as I know.
@@BuildDadBuild Brilliance Laser Ink, Cermark, there's a few, but never tried the compound you were using, I made the remark that I would love to see if the compound stuff worked with the Fiber like the other sprays do...
@@guindonmike Then you already know more than me! LOL I just use my CO2 for glass...no spray needed.
Heyyyyy!!! Thanks for doing a pint glass!
Anytime, brother.
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Is it possible to etch glass without painting it first?
Not with a diode laser. You need something for the beam to focus on. Diode lasers can't "see clear"
Can you use regular spray paint for this?
Honestly, I don't know. Haven't tried it.
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Did you go to RISD?
I don’t know what that is. LOL. So I’m going to say no.
Have you used the tempura paint method?
I have not. But I do have tempura paint sitting in a box in the garage...LOL
Try it pleassse
@@jamesc2212 coming soon brother…coming soon
Can this be used to engrave on polymers and metals and how deeply will it engrave on metals?
It will not etch metal. You need a fiber laser or extremely powerful CO2.
You can mark some metals using a transfer agent.
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thanks
I would love to see you use ONLY Palmolive dish soap, no spray cans. Thanks daddy
Te best solutions keep. it. so. simple!
How long did it take?
20 minutes?
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SO SIMPLE! man now I can’t help but think about making a 3D printed model to be printed that holds the entire piece but can be adjustable ?….
Knock yourself out! Think of this as a jumping off point. Let me know what you come up with!!
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What were the settings? I think I missed it
I used the stainless steel settings. I think 100% power and 12 mm/s
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@@BuildDadBuild Thanks! What do you use to take off the paint
@@carlosdiazplaza1690 lacquer thinner
You said 100% but what's the power of your laser? Many thanks
That one is 10W
Can you engrave an unopened full bottle of liquor using the same process?
Yes
Great tutorial and work around. 100 ways to skin a cat and that wedge is as simple as it comes
Yeah, I've seen some CRAZY jigs out there. LOL And 3D printed parts...craziness.
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I HAD TO BUY IT AT 0NLY $359 WITH THE COUPON CODE.. THEYRE DOING ANOTHER LIVE NEXT WEEK..
LOL
what's the dif. between 99% alcohol and liquor thenar? Cant you use either or?
You can probably use either. I just had lacquer thinner available.
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Is that washable ?
Yes.
Engrave a photo
Are you Tyson fury’s dad?
I don't know who that is. So I hope not!
Very bad quality
This comment? I agree. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Hay sweet. Got a questions can you use card stock To engravean image using a flat glass And can diode laser cut glass? 🤓🧐
diodes can NOT cut glass. Card stock on the inside of the glass can be a "hack" of sorts
@@BuildDadBuild Hi there thanks 🙏🏻😋 hot diggity cool 😎 I’ll try it out. And learned so much from you and done stuff. Thanks
hello, enjoy your video's. Wanted to pass along a tip. You should try tempura paint instead of the galvanizing spray. I have gotten the same results with tempura paint as the with the spray. Pros: tempura easier to clean up and non toxic, also way cheaper. Cons: takes a bit for a thick coat of tempura to dry, so I use heat gun to flash dry it.
Just wanted to pass it on, in case you wanted to give it a shot.
There is actually a box of tempura paint sitting in the shop right now!
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Hello! How thick of a coating are you putting on? Mine is streaky and see thru after like 5 coats
@@cynthiasparks7545 I personally use a foam brush and one heavy coat of tempura paint. Lightly drag the tempura with one stroke, dont go over it again without reloading your foam brush.
@@cohode6290 Did you mean Tempera? I have been looking for tempura paint but none found!
@@TheDanzman1211 Yes, bad spelling on my part.
Idk what I would do without you! Your videos are everything!
Wow, thank you!
Have you done a coffee cup yet? Thank you for sharing your time and talent again. You always give me a good laugh and I walk away with a good deal of knowledge! Keep on rocking!
I have not. However, I have had enough interest that I need to head to the thrift store and find some practice mugs!
Cheers
what do you do with steins? glass steins with handle?
Ofset with weight
Thank you for such a VERY useful video. However, I cannot get that compound in my country. What else can be placed on the glassbefore engraving?
Also, is the compound easy to remove?
I've heard tempura paint works...
Great video, only thing is that it’s 2 yrs old, any chance you have a newer video using XCS? I’m super new to engraving and I’m ready to mess up my wife’s kitchen glasses with my new rotary lol
Use Lightburn.
I use that spray can but doesn't give me that frosting etching. It gives me that black etching
You’re using too much.
1:04 is it food safe after lasering? I want to engrave flat melted wine bottles to use as chees plate
yes
I came across this video because I'm interested in laser etching ( bought a laser kit that attaches to my 3D printer). As I find the information interesting and good, I just can't stand your theatrics . Sorry, I came for information not comedy. Thanks for trying to provide the information I'm looking for.
I know. I’m a horrible person for trying to make it entertaining. Cheers bub. Have a good one. 👍🏻
I’m not saying your horrible for making your videos entertains. I’m saying you DON’T need to do that to have good, interesting, informative videos. Maybe it’s just me but I like to learn from good videos, not having a person try to do humor so people will watch and learn. Thank you.
I love your videos I’m in the look for a laser to have fun with and so far the X TOOL 20w package is what I’m looking to get and your making it more easy for me to make the purchase.Thank you for making these videos
I'm just going to get an IR laser. I hate messes. 😁
Good on ya!
Hi Nick . Got a dum question on Flat Glass for a laser. Laser glass Acrylic etching
You’ll have to do a speed and power grid for best settings.
@@BuildDadBuild thanks done that . Going to do another power test. I saw your on call galvanize compound spray paint so got the paint. Hope this actually works. .
You mention use laserbox basic - all over google it's saying don't use on a D1 Pro, any idea why - oh great video....
Their new software is XCS. This is an old video.
@@BuildDadBuild And that's what I've got on my system....
Can I ask what version of XTool that your using. I want to be able to etch glass quickly. Thanks in advance
I think that was the xTool D1 10W
If you have a 3D printer (chances are, if you have a laser you have a 3D printer as well...) just print a 1/8" (3mm) thick donut. The OD the same diameter as the large end of the glass and the ID just a hair bigger than the diameter than the small end....slide it on the small end of the glass and Bob's your uncle. Should only take about 30 minutes to print and is a lot more stable than wedging up the rotary. Now, if you're just doing random glasses...maybe not the best way as its gonna take 5 minutes in CAD and 30 minutes or so to print, but if you're doing production type stuff...the little work up front pays off after the first glass.
Agreed...and I have a 3D printer on the way! Cheers
I like tempera paint better only because it comes off with just water.
I've got a box of paint in the shop brother. Just haven't gotten around to it yet.
Cheers
I seen a vid of a guy using a brillo pad to remove the stuff and it does come off easy that way.
would love a redo of this video with the new rotary from xtool.
Good Job ! You Rock! thanx for sharing