What Determines the Precision of Laser Engraving on Custom Challenge Coins

One of the next cool methods to create Custom Challenge Coins would be Laser engraving with King Gifts client. It is as if one were using a superprecise light beam to cut patterns into materials. But nailing it can be difficult. The level of precision of the engraving, however, depends on all sorts of things, such as the laser settings, the particular material of the coin, and even the design.

Factors affecting laser engraving precision

A big factor is what sort of laser we use. Laser devices operate at different powers and are adjustable at different speeds. A laser that is too fast, or too powerful, could ruin the custom medallions design. The focus of the laser beam is also very important. If it’s not, good luck getting books and magazines into sharp focus.

How to get the perfect custom challenge coin engraving settings

We fiddle with the laser settings to achieve the best engraving. We tweak the power, speed and focus until everything looks just right. Someone tuning a guitar is the correct analogy. We do a lot of tests in scrap before we do the real coin.

How materials and design affect your laser engraved designs

All materials aren’t formed equal. Other metals, such as enamel pin flag brass and aluminum, can respond differently to the laser. Additionally, the design complexity could be a factor when it comes to the engraving. A simpler design could be easier to get right, and a super detailed design might require more tweaks to look good.

Improving accuracy using novel technology and methods

We employ some high-tech tools and tricks to ensure our engravings are tip top. For instance, using a computer to control the laser is a lot more precise than doing it by hand. We also maintain our equipment super clean and in great shape, which really helps a lot.

It's all done with careful tuning of the setup

It takes a lot of careful setup to get those bulk key chains custom little details just right. We take great care to make sure everything is set up perfectly and the laser is perfectly calibrated. It takes longer, but it’s worth it when you can finally look at the coin and all those cool designs are exactly as they should be.