Question 1

Can I place an order over the phone or verbally?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We take verbal orders, but must have a written "paperwork" trail to follow and keep track of.

Question 2

Do you engrave jewelry?

Accepted Answer

Typically no (there have been exceptions). We usually recommend that you contact a jeweler.

Question 3

Do you engrave guns?

Accepted Answer

No. Please contact a machine shop or gunsmith.

Question 4

How much will my engraving cost?

Accepted Answer

There is a $15.00 set-up fee to target in the area that needs to be engraved. If you have multiple items the same size, shape, and area to be engraved it is a one time fee. If you have more than one area on an item or different items, each would require the setup fee. Also, since we charge by run time in the machine and we won't know how long your engraving would take until its finished I can only give you a rough estimate.

Question 5

How large of an item can be engraved?

Accepted Answer

Our  laser engraver can engrave items up to 18" x 32"" and up to 8" high.
Our heat press can handle images up to 13 x 8" at one time/press

Question 6

How long will it take to engrave my item(s)?

Accepted Answer

We try to strive for a 3-5 days turnaround time. Large quantity items may take longer, as well as items that need to be ordered. We can do same day engraving, if we have the item(s) in stock or on hand, for an additional rush charge.

Question 7

What if the item is not in your inventory and needs to be ordered?

Accepted Answer

We can usually get items ordered within a day from our regular suppliers if  the warehouse has it in stock.

Question 8

What format does my file need to be in?

Accepted Answer

We can work with all images, but we prefer vector format files in .ai, .eps, .pdf.  Vector formats work best as they do not distort when re-sizing and they also have clean edges, whereas raster format files are pixilated so they don't have clean edges and do not come out as well when engraved and do distort if resized. If you are unsure what these two file formats are please see Wikipedia's image file format page.

Question 9

Can you use photographs for projects?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we can directly print photos on metal,

but photographs need to have good contrast and high resolution to work well. It is suggested that photographs be at least 300 dpi. Also, most photographs typically need to be reworked in some way to allow good printing which will be a fee of $50.00 per hour of work time with a 1/2 hour minimum.

Question 10

What is laser marking?

Accepted Answer

Laser Marking Material (LMM) such as Cermark, or Thermark is applied to the item, wherever the laser hits the LMM a reaction is created where the LMM bonds to the material creating a permanent black mark. LMM Cermark works on stainless steel, aluminum, tin, copper, brass, chromed steel, titanium, tungsten carbide and lead-coated steel. The material is also expected to work on niobium, tantalum, silver, gold, palladium, platinum and pewter.  It will not work on metals that already have a coating on them, such as a clear coat or lacquer. Marks on metal have withstood  military lubricants, salt water spray, high heat and abrasion tests.

Question 11

What material can be laser engraved?

Accepted Answer

Below are just a few of the materials that can be laser engraved, cut, or marked with our CO2 Laser.

that the marking process requires the use of a Laser Marking Material (LMM) such as Cermark or Thermark

Question 12

What material cannot be laser engraved?

Accepted Answer

PVC coated or constructed items cannot be laser engraved, they will produce a gas that will damage the laser.

We only engrave items you buy from our inventory or catalogs. We can engrave your items but you will need to inquire beforehand. All engraving starts at $30.00

Artful Engravings

Engraving your imagination

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Frequently asked questions

Can I place an order over the phone or verbally?

Do you engrave jewelry?

Do you engrave guns?

How much will my engraving cost?

How large of an item can be engraved?

How long will it take to engrave my item(s)?

What if the item is not in your inventory and needs to be ordered?

What format does my file need to be in?

Can you use photographs for projects?

What is laser marking?

What material can be laser engraved?

What material cannot be laser engraved?

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We only engrave items you buy from our inventory or catalogs. We can engrave your items but you will need to inquire beforehand. All engraving starts at $30.00

Artful Engravings

Engraving your imagination

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Frequently asked questions

Can I place an order over the phone or verbally?

Do you engrave jewelry?

Do you engrave guns?

How much will my engraving cost?

How large of an item can be engraved?

How long will it take to engrave my item(s)?

What if the item is not in your inventory and needs to be ordered?

What format does my file need to be in?

Can you use photographs for projects?

What is laser marking?

What material can be laser engraved?

What material cannot be laser engraved?

Shop

Awards Trophies Plaques Gifts

Info

Hours and Location Contact About Past Engraving Job photos

Support

FAQ (530) 899-0926 info@artful-engravings.com 591 E. 10th Ave. Suite 5, Chico, CA 95926

Awards
Trophies
Plaques
Gifts

Hours and Location
Contact
About
Past Engraving Job photos

FAQ
(530) 899-0926
info@artful-engravings.com
591 E. 10th Ave. Suite 5, Chico, CA 95926