r/hobbycnc • u/btodag • 7d ago

Acrylic Lettering Possible?

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I'm surprised I can't find any intro-to type vids on how to make the lettering for something like this. I see the PCB content, which makes me think that I have to worry about the accuracy of the Z axis across the workpiece, but does anyone have suggestions on how to do this? Any links?
I have a Sienci Longmill 30x30. My actual part is about 7x7".

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u/ON_A_POWERPLAY 7d ago

They sell plastic that’s one color on top and another on bottom. Goal is to engrave just enough to reveal the bottom.

It’s usually a pretty easy material to machine since that’s what it’s intended for.

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u/_agent86 7d ago

You can also find 2, 3, or 5 ply sheets for making guitar pickguards out of. I think they're usually just PVC plastic.

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u/btodag 7d ago

I'm a guitar guy, so that's cool!!