How to ENGRAVE Stainless Steel WATER BOTTLES | Using ANY Rotary Tool

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

Has anyone tried engraving or carving a portrait on any mediums? Let me know in the comments, I’m curious!

[@henrysscrollsawworks6917]

Yes there's a guy on youtube at machina designs does motorcycle and computer cases

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

@@henrysscrollsawworks6917 Yup he’s a good dude 🤙🏻

[@allison4481]

Looks awesome.

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

Thank you Allison!

[@dolfantodd]

Dude thanks man. I have been doing designs by hand and by eye, and never figured out a way to trace it to the bottle itself. This is gonna help out so much. Thank you!

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

No problem Todd, thanks for watching!

[@CorneliusCreations]

Dude this was amazing!!!

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

Thank you brother! Learning from you hehe

[@POLISHEDGRAVEL]

I've done face's on aluminum it's a softer metal but little tricky but it is fun

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

Yeah I’ve done one on aluminum and a few more on water bottles, doesn’t get any easier since there no room for any mess ups haha.

[@HeathOakrayzy]

Awesome video and great job on the water bottle it looks really good. Also thanks for sharing so many helpful pointers for us hapless rookies!

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

Thank you very much!

[@DKFIDO1]

Awesome!!!

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

Thank you Deborah!

[@coryr.9659]

Thank you for making this video! Very informative and the pillow as a resting place is a great idea! I have been woodburning for a few years now and I have never thought to use something as simple as a pillow to help with straight lines and just overall comfort. So thank you again I subscribed to your channel you are very talented!

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

Hey Cory, thank you very much for subscribing! I’m glad that you found my pillow trick helpful, I cannot do anything straight without it...haha. Loving your profile logo btw, I’m a fan of the Witcher.

[@martaditrikh564]

Oh my god, that was so interesting and informative Max! I really enjoyed watching the whole process of your work, thanks! The music choice on the background was totally cool. I would definitely enjoy more of such videos!

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

Thank you so much! 😃 I will definitely make more videos, I have a lot of ideas in my head haha

[@martaditrikh564]

You are so cool! 👍🏼

[@user-dt9fo9cy8b]

Thanks for posting that

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

You’re welcome, thanks for watching!

[@coralmylius2282]

Great video ... and results. However I couldn't see the trace on bottle. I guess in reality, it was perfectly clear to you.😊

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

Thank you very much! Yeah black carbon paper trace is sometimes hard to see. You can use white for better visibility.

[@DavidReyes-cp3dx]

You have a unique art form ,rather simple yet elegant in application and results...thanks for the video

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

Thank you David, much appreciated!

[@bobblues1158]

Thank you very much. Just getting started so I appreciate the information.

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

No problem, thanks for watching

[@tatianaarmand1806]

Another great job 👏🏻!!!!

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

Thank you Mom!

[@Bluespade115]

Looks AWESOME!!!!

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

Thank you Cowboy! 🤙🏻

[@alicerosa6766]

You did great! Thank you for sharing 😊.

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

Thank you Alice!

[@giorassiccuriosity1796]

I was looking for a simple 3 letter initial engraving how to’s instead I found a Mona Lisa engraving!

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

Lol that’s how I roll!

[@POLISHEDGRAVEL]

Hi ..as a fellow engraver I would like to thank you for your videos thay helped me greatly and are appreciated would love to collaborate on a small project someday thanks again

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

Hey thanks a lot for checking out my videos! I’ll check out your channel if you have one.

[@POLISHEDGRAVEL]

@@TriadoCustomEngraving yes @polishedGravel

[@Thimo98]

Great video! Those lines are so well done

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

Thank you very much!

[@dennisterry5410]

How awesome thank you for your time and video very informative !!!! Great TIPS !!!!

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

Dennis thank you very much, glad that you found this video helpful! 😃

[@pituaji]

awesome 👌👍

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

Thank you!

[@jasonb3907]

Like a boss! Awesome job and great tips....you've got a new subscriber

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

Thank you Jason!

[@jackrussell16]

You should buy white tracing paper for your black mugs, it’s really nice! Looks awesome though!!

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

Hey Jack, thank you for your sub! I've used white tracing paper in the past and I found it being distracting and hard to tell where I engrave. Might be just me haha. Thank you for your feedback!

[@pedroelcubano1]

Awesome buddy... Beautiful

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

Thank you Pete! 🙌🏻

[@CoolDude-ip9no]

Thank u very much, brother 🙏

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

Thank you!🙏

[@brokenmarbles70]

You can also glue it directly on and just carve through the paper, but cant re-use😂 thats really nice work, subd💪

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

Thanks!

[@phantomcouncil]

Nice drill piece I use Dremel with shaft to have feel of using a pen

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

Hey West, thanks! Flex Shaft definitely helps with having more control while using the Dremel 🤙🏻

[@gustavcarlsson6090]

Well done. Good luck with your channel. I'm a new subscriber for sure👍

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

Thank you very much for subscribing! 😃

[@ararar99]

What does it looks like after 2 years of use? Would the engraved area cause the black paint to start chipping/breaking out with time/use? Cheers! Great instructional video (y)

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

Looks better than laser engraving haha. Nothing will happen to it, all of my customers are extremely happy.

[@henrysscrollsawworks6917]

Great job I really want to learn to do this I use a scrollsaw mostly love it

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

Thank you! And I want to use a scrollsaw...haha. I remember using one back in high school haha.

[@muqllidagah9336]

Просто чудо ! 👍🙏😍

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

Спасибо!

[@Theresa914]

Amazing, 1st video I have seen on engraving with rotary tool. I will have to try it. Can you suggest a set of burrs that come with what you used please?

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

Thank you Theresa! I used Fox Germany Tungsten Carbide burrs. I bought a set on eBay for about $40.

[@Whatsthe_dill]

What king of rotary do you prefer for engraving? I want something as close to a pen as possible that's either plug in or cordless

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

Hey Dillon, Dremel makes Stylo which is pen like although it’s not meant for heavy use and not as strong. I have a foredom micromotor system that does not require a flex shaft, I love it although it’s expensive in $500 range. There are other micromotor systems out there, just look on Google and find one that fits your needs.

[@ronaldbeverly1213]

Do you putva protective spray over the top to prevent it from chipping

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

Hello Ronald, I haven’t had to do anything extra, all engraving seems to last without any type of chipping.

[@ashyluv2]

Looks awesome!! Cornelius Creation recommended this video! Pretty awesome how you did it! Question, do you seal the finish product with anything?

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

Hey thank you very much! No coating or sealant needed

[@jaredjenner9707]

What kind of burrs do you use and where can they be purchased.. just starting out and curious!! Thanks and keep up the good work!!

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

Hello Jared, thank you! I used Tungsten Carbide (TC) Fox burs in this video. I got mine on ebay but there are other sellers that you can find online. I should make a video about them.

[@jaredjenner9707]

@@TriadoCustomEngraving is it the Bud Set Champion CC Cut Cup Bud? They are just round with the middle missing? Sorry that doesn’t sound like I know what I am talking about but I don’t haha!! Just wondering what the end of the burs look like cause it is expensive to ship to Canada

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

@@jaredjenner9707 Fox Germany Jewelers Round Carbide set of 11 pcs. That’s the one that I got. I wouldn’t get anything that’s not round. Those are for actual jeweler stone setting.

[@javapua]

Glad I found your channel. If the metal is stainless steel, is it necessary to use tungsten carbide because SS is so much harder than a copper or brass? Is the speed of the tool a factor also? Thanks

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

So the rule of thumb for me, is using metal that’s stronger than what you’re engraving. In this case tungsten carbide works best when it comes to engraving stainless steel. Some tungsten carbides burs are built different and have different cuts, so I find myself trying different burs and see what works best. High Speed Steel burs will burn up quick if you use them on stainless steel but work good on copper since it’s a softer metal. I haven’t messed around much with speed since I only set my Dremel at 25-30,000 rpm. I find it to be the optimal speed for what I do. You will know when your engraver is too slow because it will catch and jump a bit, especially when you’re engraving against the rotation. Engraving with fast speed won’t cut as much but you’ll have the best control. All in all it’s all about personal preference and knowing what you like with results that you get.

[@thomaslastname3500]

When you get a commission for something like this, how do you know how much to charge? Still addicted to these videos, you’re awesome

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

Thanks again Thomas. I charge by the hour.

[@d0o0nna93]

This is amazing! 🧡🧡 Just a quick question doesn't the black paint of the water bottle easily peels off once engraved?

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

Hello Donna, thank you very much! No the paint doesn’t peel since it was factory powder coated. Essentially you’re scratching through paint and getting it down to the metal. Hope that helps.

[@d0o0nna93]

@@TriadoCustomEngraving Thanks a lot for the info! I dream to engrave like the way you do. 😊 Keep it up! Looking forward to more videos like this

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

@@d0o0nna93 You’re very kind! I’m looking forward to making more videos 😁

[@etcher-art]

Great video again my friend Very helpful and educational in so many ways. Do you buff the engraved area? As I find it feels quite rough once engraved and has a scratchy texture, or maybe the powder coated cups are different 🙌🏻

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

Thank you so much! For this one I leave it as is, I like the rough texture that tungsten carbide leaves behind. I think the only ones that I buff out are the stippled cups because I always have some paint left over between the holes and it makes it easy to erase them with a rubber bit.

[@etcher-art]

@@TriadoCustomEngraving yeah my stippled cup has that scratchy feeling so think I need to get that buffer out 😉

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

@@etcher-art For sure!

[@thetopoff]

hi, what speed to use for engraving?

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

Hello. I typically stay around 25-30,000 rpm.

[@thetopoff]

@@TriadoCustomEngraving thanks bro 👍

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

You’re welcome, let me know if you have any other questions, I’ll be happy to assist.

[@haidenzeroonesix5939]

Hi! Awesome work man 👋 which size do you go on shading? Like a little bigger round burr like 3,2mm or still smaller ones?

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

Thank you Haiden! I normally use smaller ones for outlines and use bigger for shading. I think size 21 for Fox Germany burs.

[@tomsaunders4332]

what dremel handpiec do yoy use

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

Hey Tom, I primarily use my Foredom K1060 micromotor. I also use Dremel 4000 with flex shaft attachment.

[@CoolDude-ip9no]

Brother, may I ask, how much do u charge for your engraving?

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

Hit me up on IG or FB, same name there

[@seannoh672]

Has rust developed in the engraved areas?

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

It’s a stainless steel bottle should be good to go. Same as engraving with laser, should not rust.

[@henrysscrollsawworks6917]

Do you use regular transfer paper or something different

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

I use carbon paper for everything, it’s easy to use and cheap as well.

[@henrysscrollsawworks6917]

@@TriadoCustomEngraving but do you use the ratio style transfer paper or the regular

[@henrysscrollsawworks6917]

@@TriadoCustomEngraving and thanks for getting back so quickly

[@henrysscrollsawworks6917]

@@TriadoCustomEngraving tattoo trans or the regular carbon paper

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

@@henrysscrollsawworks6917 I’ve never actually used tattoo transfer paper. The stuff that I use I regular carbon paper.

[@1egobreaker]

Do you have an Etsy?

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

I don’t, do you recommend it? I’ve been doing business mostly through IG and FB

[@juezazteka7413]

What engraver would you recommend for a beginner?

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

Hey Juez, I think Dremel 3000 along with Dremel Flex Shaft is a good start. What are you trying to engrave?

[@juezazteka7413]

@@TriadoCustomEngraving I have taken drawing as a hobby and after seeing your videos i would like to give that a try, I would probably try plexiglass, plastic, glass or stuff that i have around the house that i can mess up and learn from. Thank you for your response and good morning.

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

That’s awesome! I’ve drawing since I was a little kid and when I found this I really enjoyed it, so I’m sure that you will too! I just bought me Dremel Stylo which is meant for light work such as what you’re describing. I’m planning on making an unboxing video here soon to give everyone idea of what it can do. I bet does really well on glass and plexiglass. It’s only ~ $40 give or take.

[@juezazteka7413]

@@TriadoCustomEngraving $40 sounds great! tjank you for all your help sir.

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

@@juezazteka7413 No problem, happy engraving!

[@cricketts801]

I want one that has skanky crickets all over it.

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

Haha Skanky! Did you finally quit Destiny?

[@cricketts801]

@@TriadoCustomEngraving nah. Just on vacation.

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

@@cricketts801 Haha gotcha!

[@Panzer-Geomancer]

The technique is good but I dislike the motive a lot. What is that guy proud of? Nature did not prepare deer for dealing with homo sapiens armed with high speed projectile weapons. If he would have killed a bear in hand to hand combat I'd understand his joy and pride.

[@TriadoCustomEngraving]

I guess it not for everyone, I’m not a hunter just an engraver lol