Custom Metal Engraving
With over a decade of experience in custom metal engraving, TMNetch is your trusted partner for premium metal engraving services.
As a leading etched metal nameplate supplier, we specialize in custom engraved metal plates, tags, signs, business cards, labels, and panels tailored to your specifications. Whether you need laser engraved metal, photo engraving on metal, or custom metal nameplates with logo precision, our expert craftsmanship makes it extremely durable and detailed.
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What Makes Our Metal Engraving Services Outstanding
At TMNetch, custom metal engraving involves so much more than simply applying text to metal, it is creating durable, high-precision work on your most demanding applications. We specialize in chemical etching on materials like stainless steel, aluminum, and copper. This process allows us to create clean, detailed designs that won’t wear off over time.
Whether you need custom metal nameplates, tags, control panels, or safety plates, our team ensures each product is made to perform in tough environments. We also offer finishing options like laser flow code implementation, laser cutting, color filling, sandblasting, and brushing to ensure longevity and resilience in any environment.
Every piece we make is built with care, precision, and attention to detail. If you’re looking for engraved metal parts that not only look great but also last, TMNetch is here to help.
Custom Metal Engraving Applications Across Industries
At TMN, we specialize in crafting precise and durable custom metal engravings, vital across industries from oil and gas to transportation and military sectors. Our engraved products are built to last, even in harsh environments, helping our clients stay compliant, efficient, and safe.
Nameplates
In oil and gas, cemeteries, transportation, and military operations, etched metal nameplates serve as solid identifiers. Our etching process ensures each plate resists corrosion, extreme weather, and daily wear.
Tags
In industries, custom engraved metal tags are crucial for identification and communication. At TMNetch, we craft tags that are clear, durable, and built for industrial use.
Sling Tags
In rigging and lifting, sling tags mark slings with vital information. Our custom sling tags are designed to withstand the demands of the field and keep safety front and center.
Safety Plates
Our custom metal safety plates clearly display warnings and compliance info to help meet regulatory standards and improve workplace safety.
Control Panels
Control panels must be durable and easy to read. Our precision-engraved control panels combine precision with durability, ensuring instructions are always visible and reliable.
Common Materials for Custom Metal Engraving
Whether you require rugged industrial nameplates or eye-catching custom signs, we have a wide variety of metal engraving materials available at TMNetch, including stainless steel, aluminum, and brass, to suit a variety of industry requirements, environmental conditions, and design objectives.
Stainless Steel Nameplates
Our most durable option is stainless steel, corrosion-resistant and suited to rough environments. We provide thicknesses between 0.016 and 0.075 inches, and they can be mill finish or anodized to protect. These custom stainless steel nameplates are perfect for factories, machines, and outdoor use.
Aluminum Nameplates
Our aluminum nameplates, with thickness ranging from 0.012 to 0.125 inches and a satin finish, offer flexibility and lightweight construction without compromising engraving quality, ensuring both performance and aesthetic appeal.
Brass Engravings
Discover the timeless elegance of brass with TMNetch's offerings, ranging in thickness from 0.020 to 0.062 inches and featuring a satin finish. Ideal for commemorative plaques or signage, our brass creations promise refinement and durability.
Detailed Material Specifications
| Product or Material | Alloy | Thickness | Serial Numbering Height |
|---|---|---|---|
| ALUMINUM | 1100, 3003, 5005, 5052 | 0.012 in., 0.016 in., 0.020 in., 0.025 in., 0.032 in., 0.040 in., 0.050 in., 0.063 in., 0.080 in., 0.090 in., 0.125 in. | 0.063, 0.093, 0.125, 0.186, 0.375 |
| BRASS | 70/30 (260), 85/15 (230) | 0.016 in., 0.020 in., 0.032 in., 0.040 in., 0.050 in., 0.063 in., 0.093 in., 0.125 in. | 0.063, 0.093, 0.125, 0.186, 0.376 |
| BRONZE | 90/10 (220) | 0.045 in. | 0.063, 0.093, 0.125, 0.186, 0.377 |
| CRS | DQ, Half Hard | 0.020 in., 0.050 in., 0.075 in. | 0.063, 0.093, 0.125, 0.186, 0.378 |
| MONEL | 400 | 0.020 in., 0.032 in., 0.063 in. | 0.063, 0.093, 0.125, 0.186, 0.379 |
| NICKEL SILVER | 770 | 0.020 in., 0.032 in. | 0.063, 0.093, 0.125, 0.186, 0.380 |
| STAINLESS STEEL | 304, 316, 321, 410, 430 | 0.016 in., 0.018 in.|0.024 in., 0.030 in., 0.036 in., 0.048 in., 0.060 in., 0.075 in. | 0.063, 0.093, 0.125, 0.186, 0.381 |
Custom Metal Engraving: Additional Techniques
In addition to standard custom metal engraving techniques, we offer a range of advanced processing techniques to further enhance the quality, durability, and visual impact of our custom metal nameplates, tags, and signs.
By integrating these advanced techniques, we offer unparalleled customization and superior quality metal nameplates, meeting the highest standards of durability, functionality, and visual appeal for industrial use, automotive branding, or decoration.
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Custom Metal Engraving Process
TMN specializes in top-tier custom metal engraving solutions for diverse applications. Our services encompass design consultation, material selection, and production, tailored to fulfill our clients' unique requirements. Whether for industrial labeling, branding, or decorative purposes, our metal engraving guarantees precision, longevity, and visual appeal across all custom metal nameplate products.
Process Overview:
Design
Initiated with crafting the design for the engraved metal nameplate, incorporating text, logos, or graphics. Utilizing design software or traditional drafting methods, we ensure the desired aesthetics meet both branding and functional needs—whether for custom engraved metal tags, signs, or plaques.
Material Selection
Following design approval, we choose the ideal material for your custom metal nameplate based on its durability, finish, and application. Our material options—such as stainless steel, aluminum, and brass—are well-suited for everything from metal laser engraving to chemical etching and color filling.
Chemical Etching
The engraving process commences with chemical etching, wherein the design is etched onto the metal surface. This involves applying a protective mask, exposing only the areas to be etched. Subsequent immersion in an etching solution selectively removes metal, forming the desired design.
Laser Cutting
After etching, laser cutting enhances design accuracy. Our metal laser engraving service uses a high-powered laser to cut or refine details, which makes it possible to have complex patterns and precision shaping, particularly with custom engraved metal business cards, control panels, or detailed signage.
Color Filling
Once the engraving is complete, the recessed areas are filled with enamel paint, improving contrast, readability, and brand visibility. This step is often used to custom metal plaque engraving, safety plates or custom engraved metal labels.
To finish, an epoxy resin coating is added to the entire surface as an additional protection layer- sealing in bright colors and making the engraved design durable and lasting even in adverse conditions.
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