Laser Engraving Glass Tiles

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Laser engraving on the back of glass tiles demonstration using tiles from a local home center. This is a great project for a beginner as it is not difficult to set up. How to do it is demonstrated in detail.
Setup and engraving on the first tile is shown using the Longer Ray5 Laser engraver.
Disclosure: This laser was provided to me to test and demonstrate. However, I am not being paid to say anything good (or bad) about this unit. Opinions and experiences shown are unbiased and honest.
Where you can get one:
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Final price: $299.99 (daily price $329.99)
Coupon code (reduce $30): RAY5$30
Time: 24th April to 30th June 2022

[@jakekammerer]

I did this but masked first, then back filled with black spray paint and it looks super good! Almost a printed on look but slightly shiny or sparkly. Used my laser master 3. Did the same with my Mira 9 100w co2 and with a few gentle passes, it will remove the entire color layer and allow for different colors to back fill. Thanks a million for this video!

[@rogersshop]

Sounds great!

[@alanm7186]

Tried this last night and it looks great!! Thank you for sharing this technique!

[@josehuerta16grapix]

Great content, and instructions. Thank you for sharing your work

[@dahlbergt]

What a good idea and great end result! 👍

[@jesusantoniocolonjr.8349]

Awesome work, This idea came to me while I was sleeping and I’m glad I found your video to confirm it’s a doable project. I just came into the laser engraving world so this might be a tough project for me right now but at least now I now that it is something that can be done. Thanks for you videos.

[@LYTOMIZE_Woodshop]

I bought a bunch of these tiles for my wife about a year ago and she's done nothing with them. I am going to repossess them and start using this technique with them. MANY thanks!

[@sabrinabradley5010]

Thank you sharing! This will be my first try.

[@mrgrinch61]

Very nice sign, it looks awesome thank you for another fine video

[@mrgrinch61]

how hard is it to assemble this laser

[@RustyGlovebox]

Definitely will be trying this myself 👍

[@mikekiske]

Thank you, Sir.

[@charlesm.1638]

That is so cool! I am looking at getting a diode laser engraver.

[@Kennykoo65]

Great idea. Will try when my laser finally arrives. Has anyone tied this combined with using ceramark or similar?

[@62saki91]

i got the 20W with 5W head longer ray5, hoping to get a side hustle going this year with it, and maybe have it pay for itself and a few 3D printers ( want a resin and a FBA printer) and just kind of expand nice and slow. ( supposedly the 20W can engrave ceramics, so was thinking of using it for some custom designs laser tile for the bathroom remodel too)

[@rogersshop]

Yes, it will engrave ceramic, but unless you have a titanium dioxide coating on it first (white paint), you won't see much, other than a line in the glazing.

[@Crits-Crafts]

Extremely permanent as appose to moderately permanent? Haha Jokes aside, I love this. Off to the diy shop on Monday to buy some glass tiles

[@rogersshop]

I would say EXTREME! ☺ I had tried before to remove this coating from the back of the tile and it is fused into the glass, so there is no removing it.

[@hotsonaj]

It’s good to engrave the back of mirrors

[@beansandwiched]

I have a 40k co2 engraver. Does anyone know the best setting for this project? I've tried different settings but I just can't get the right one. TIA

[@kombolasha]

Hit the back with some clear coat; it’ll darken up and sparkle real nice!

[@mrgrinch61]

how hard is it to assemble this laser

[@dougeing6521]

Does it actually etch the glass or does it just burn through the white coating? Have you tried a photograph?

[@rogersshop]

It does not etch the glass. Although I did do a video on laser engraving from the back, which worked well. A photo would give the same results. Just make sure to mirror it when printing.

[@littletimmy5940]

I wonder what it would look like if you painted the back after its engraved. Change to Red or Blue (whatever color).

[@rogersshop]

Interesting idea. But, since the laser burns the coating into the glass as black, I don't know if a color would show through unless a way was found to remove the black first. Might be worth experiment ing with, though.

[@calatoriile-lui-adam]

Hello. Can u tell me how u make the wooden board graduated in cm? U have a model for laser?

[@rogersshop]

The grid shown on this laser is actually one made for the Ortur Laser Master and is available on Thinigiverse since the workable area is the same. I've also made custom sizes in CAD for other lasers, such as the Zbaitu M81, which has an extended work area. Can also be created in Lightburn if you are patient and take your time.

[@katebeasley5508]

How do you get your laser to start in the same place every time and stop at the same place? I also have the Longer RAY-5 every time I do a project my laser starts in different spots no matter if i am making multilabel coasters or just one thing I have to reframe to make sure i know where the laser is going to start. I can not do a nice wood burn grid on my wood cuz my laser has a mind of its own. Oh I am new to lasers. Thank you for your help !!

[@rogersshop]

I almost always start from center on my projects. Once you have your starting point set, then "set origin" after selecting "current position", if using Lightburn before starting the project. When complete, the laser will return to that spot. You can also use "User Origin", just be sure to "set origin" before starting.

[@katebeasley5508]

@@rogersshop thank you

[@rwigginphotos]

Really cool - can you get these tiles at HD or Lowes if so, what are they called? Thank you

[@rogersshop]

I have seen them at Lowes. Not sure about HD as I hate that place and would only go as a last resort.

[@rwigginphotos]

@@rogersshop thank you so much - enjoy your videos

[@clarencejackson5454]

How do handle the raised notches on the back, when engraving from the back, and what home supply store did you use?

[@rogersshop]

These tiles are flat, no raised areas. Purchased at Menards

[@clarencejackson5454]

@@rogersshop thank you.

[@chriskaras6817]

Haven't bought my first laser yet out of these two which do you recommend for a start? Thank you

[@rogersshop]

What is your primary "ended use"? I have 9 different brands of lasers, which each having a designated use. Also, what is your budget? The saying, "You Get What You Pay For", pretty much holds true on these diode lasers.

[@chriskaras6817]

@@rogersshop I probably will use it for glass tiles because I thought what you did was cool and wood projects. And if I don't mount it to a spoil board couldn't I set it on top of a end table or night stand and engrave right on it?

[@rogersshop]

@@chriskaras6817 Sure. But, having it mounted to a board with layout grid is really handy for repetitive projects. engraving a t low speeds would not be an issue, but if you get into the 3,000 mm per minute range, the laser frame will "walk" if not fastened down. Not just this brand, but most.

[@danyodice1048]

Roger how long does it take to burn the spoil board? What settings do you use? I made a spoil board but it will take 10 hours to burn. Maybe I'm doing something wrong.

[@rogersshop]

It depends on the laser, finished size, and the number of special items I add to it. Example is the Longer Ray 5 spoil board I did recently. At 410mm square with numbers and some extra patterns took about 2 hours. For settings, it depends on the laser power and material. For MDF, I usually use multiple passes as a lower power to avoid scorching. 3,000 mm per minute at 60% power would be a starting point, but you should do a test engrave first to try it out and adjust as needed. This would be for a 5 watt laser.

[@danyodice1048]

@@rogersshop I have the xtool D1 10watt. I import as jpeg into light burn. Mine is 372x392 mm. I created it in Photoshop. Is there a better way? Thank you for the help.

[@rogersshop]

@@danyodice1048 here is a free download from Thingiverse www.thingiverse.com/thing:5098673 I used this grid pattern on my xTool since it was easier than making my own. engrave time is less than an hour. I have made custom grids in Lightburn for other lasers when needed, but this was easier, and I tend to be somewhat lazy on certain things!

[@danyodice1048]

@@rogersshop thanks for taking the time to help.

[@stegmeierj]

Hey Roger, would ya mind sharing the svg of the kitchen and laundry signs otherwise what font was used please

[@rogersshop]

I can't share those as they are licensed to me to use, but not give out. They can be found on Designbundles.net, but you will need to purchase the rights to use it.

[@stegmeierj]

Do ya remember what bundle?? They are a favorite of mine

[@rogersshop]

@@stegmeierj Popular sign that sells very well on the glass tile: designbundles.net/plusstore/820147-laundry-wash-dry-fold-self-service-farmhouse-sign#gtmList=5&gtmPos=1&aaQ=becacba0a1f1a94837226bba957196f7&aaI=product_trending

[@vernecottingim3466]

I have the 5 watt so I will have to play with the settings, I take it you are using the 10 or 20 watt ?

[@rogersshop]

5 watt in this video. This was before I upgraded it

[@vernecottingim3466]

@@rogersshop couldn’t get same result with your settings for some reason 🤔

[@theglasshopper]

Will this work on colored stain glass sheets?

[@rogersshop]

No. these tiles have a coating on the back that is engraved, not the glass.

[@fingerstylesabahan8517]

What Watt is this laser???

[@rogersshop]

10 Watt (output)

[@TalkingGIJoe]

Not bad for a 5.5 watt laser...

[@misaza26]

I need to engrave liquor bottles for my clients. So the machine is not going to be for income but to provide something that I want to give my clients so I don’t want to spend more than $1000. However I’m not sure which machine to buy that I can engrave liquor bottles like Black Label and keychains and wine glasses.

[@rogersshop]

Glass will need to be coated before engraving. A 10 watt output laser is best, but a 5 watt also works, just takes longer. To engrave more than one line on a bottle, you will need a rotary attachment to keep everything in focus. A popular coating is cold galvanizing compound. I'll do a video on this some day.

[@aaroniouss25]

I have this laser also, do you have a file for your spoil board?

[@rogersshop]

The grid I used on this laser is actually for an Ortur LM2, but it fits, so I used it: www.thingiverse.com/thing:4917083

[@aaroniouss25]

Awesome thank you

[@mikeledee8786]

What was the speed and % power please? Thanks

[@rogersshop]

1,000 mm per minute @ 70% power with a 5 Watt output laser. But, do a test first! Not all lasers function the same!

[@mikeledee8786]

@@rogersshop I have a 10watt, thanks

[@rogersshop]

@@mikeledee8786 Do a test engrave. Doubling the speed or reducing power by 50% is not accurate as this is not linear. I started out with testing on a small tile to establish a baseline before going to the large ones.

[@mikeledee8786]

@@rogersshop Thanks

[@patrickmichaels1362]

Extremely permanent

[@edwinmoctezuma137]

Ortur laser master 2, 300 mm speed, 100% power and still not burning like your. I'm starting at 1500 mm speed then 1200 mm then 500mm and then 300mm speed and nothing, yeah is your secret.

[@rogersshop]

Make sure you are using mm/min and not mm/sec and if engraving from the front, set focus height to the bottom of the tile, not the top.