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Etching sheet metal can be beneficial when permanent markings or indicators need to be made. These etching can be made either by hand or with the aid of pneumatic/electric tools.
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Liquid error: wrong number of arguments (given 1, expected 2)Etching sheet metal can be beneficial when permanent markings or indicators need to be made. These etching can be made either by hand or with the aid of pneumatic/electric tools.
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[[Category:Etching Metal]]
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[[Category:Etching Metal]]
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==Steps==
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==Steps==
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===By Hand===
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===By Hand===
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# Acquire a scribe. Ensure the scribe used sports a tip harder than the metal being scribed.
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# Acquire a scribe. Ensure the scribe used sports a tip harder than the metal being scribed.
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# Sketch out the design to be etched. Drawing out the design on paper will allow for sufficient practice before doing so on metal, as etchings in metal
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# Sketch out the design that is to be etched. Drawing out the design on paper will allow for sufficient practice before doing so on metal, as etchings in metal cannot be removed without major sanding.
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# Etch the design into the metal.
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# Etch the design into the metal. Use straight edges and any other tools needed to fabricate the final product.
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# Apply finish. If needed
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# Apply finish. If needed or desired, apply paint or other finish in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
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===By Tool===
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===By Tool===
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# Acquire a marking tool. Most are electric, but pneumatic versions are also available.
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# Acquire a marking tool. Most are electric, but pneumatic versions are also available.
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# Practice the design to be etched. Using etching tools can be tricky with little
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# Practice the design that is to be etched. Using etching tools can be tricky with little or no prior training, and are not forgiving in what they do to sheet metal. Practice using the tool on scrap metal before using it on real projects.
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# Etch the design. Most etching tools are very straight forward in their operation. Once the user learns sufficient handling, the desired design can be etched. Ensure proper time gets allocated for the project, so the etcher does not rush their work.
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# Etch the design. Most etching tools are very straight forward in their operation. Once the user learns sufficient handling, the desired design can be etched. Ensure proper time gets allocated for the project, so the etcher does not rush their work.
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# Apply finish. If needed
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# Apply finish. If needed or desired, apply paint or other finish in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
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== Warnings ==
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== Warnings ==
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* When working with sheet metal and various etching tools, use safety glasses.
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* When working with sheet metal and various etching tools, use safety glasses.
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* If using an electric/pneumatic tool to complete etching, use hearing protection as needed.
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* If using an electric/pneumatic tool to complete etching, use hearing protection as needed.
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