Alright Dave Posted January 3, 2022 Report Share Posted January 3, 2022 Hi All, I am completely new to engraving, I have a pantograph engraver and would like to start engraving trophies etc as a hobby. I have done a few samples but every time I do one I get dots every time I stop. Can anyone advise me where I am going wrong? I have attached a photo so you can see. Sorry it is not the best photo but hopefully gives you a rough idea what I mean. Many thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lockdecoders Posted January 4, 2022 Report Share Posted January 4, 2022 either pressing to hard possibly or a fault with the template maybe. Just what comes to mind. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobblers.keys Posted January 4, 2022 Report Share Posted January 4, 2022 If you are engraving trophy plates you don't use the motor. It looks to me like when you come to the end of the letter the cutter is still spinning causing the deep circle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Youngcobbler Posted January 6, 2022 Report Share Posted January 6, 2022 You are moving too slow just get a little faster. Practicing should be good. If something need re engraving then you can go over it again. Obviously you are new so you being extra careful which is understandable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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