Most acrylic is engraved on the backside to produce a look through effect from the front
surface. Remove the back protective cover layer before engraving. Leave the top
protective cover layer on to prevent scratching while handling the acrylic. Since you are
engraving the backside of the acrylic, you will need to reverse or mirror your artwork
before sending the job to the Legend. Engrave the acrylic at a high speed and low
power. A small amount of power is all it takes to mark acrylic.High power levels tend to
distort the acrylic when engraving.For light surface engraving, do not use any mask on
the acrylic.For deeper engraving that will be paint filled, use a transfer tape or Mylar
mask.There are a large number of acrylic products that are painted on one side to add
color to the clear acrylic piece. You can engrave directly through the paint into the acrylic
for a very nice effect.
