Learn How to Laser Engrave Glass like a Pro using a Diode Laser!

[@krazyforthreed8179]

Wow. A KZbinr that gets to the point! Nice TLDR and excellent info post-TLDR. Thank-you. A lot of other tubers should followed your lead…

[@MellowpineLasers]

Glad you liked it.

[@metzgerdan]

Yep no added stories that waste our time

[@benjiz26]

Couldn't agree more, looking forward to learn more!

[@SaltMineRanch]

agreed. the algorithm might not like it, but getting to the point is critical. this is also the core concept in MIT's 20.219 course on producing educational media you can take for free online, if anyone reading this is interested

[@فكّرلِغدٍأفضل]

The most interesting part in your videos is that you show the speed and power used for every single diode machine. Very nice work keep going.

[@MellowpineLasers]

Thank you very much!

[@jamesbate7724]

A year late but, the best explanation so far on the tube, clear, to the point, and all the information we need. Thank you.

[@MellowpineLasers]

Thank you! Glad you found the video helpful. 😊

[@dansmith99612]

I like your style. Not an unnecessary word in the whole video. Going through your library atm. Keep it up.

[@MellowpineLasers]

Thank you so much for your kind words. Means a lot! I always try to keep the fluff out and provide valuable information only in my videos. 😊

[@october001]

Bless you for actually understanding and USING a TLDR!!! I can't tell you (I really don't want to know) how many hours of videos I've watched just to find out the information I was seeking was somewhere else! Yes, I watched your whole video. Liked and Subscribed.

[@MellowpineLasers]

Thanks a lot for your kind words. I understand the struggle of finding specific info in long videos, which is why I include the TL:DR section in all my videos. Glad you like it. Your support means a lot, and I'm thrilled to have you subscribed. 😊

[@KevUK]

This is literally one of the best videos on KZbin. It’s clear, precise. Information is put on screen when needed. Everything is explained. Lots more videos please and thank you for all the time you took making this video.

[@MellowpineLasers]

Thanks a lot man. Comments like these encourage me to put more effort into what I do 😊

[@naildonunesoliveira4037]

Olá. Primeiramente parabéns pelo excelente trabalho que você faz. Gostaria de saber se você já tentou utilizar TIO2 em vidro, pelas minhas pesquisas, diz que é possível a utilização, mas não encontrei nenhum vídeo de alguém que o fez. Você tem alguma experiência do TIO2 com vidro? Tenho visto muitos vídeos o utilizando com piso cerâmico. Agradeço muito se puder responder.

[@davidgilbert6]

This is an outstanding video! It's clear, well organized, informative, nicely produced technically, and keeps a nice pace. This is SO very much better than the typical rambling videos I've suffered through from other presenters.

[@MellowpineLasers]

Wow, Thank youuu!!!! Will try to maintain this...

[@GregCobb]

This is a great video, no testing, just the information we need to get the job done!

[@elevationag6740]

Opening up with a TLDR earned my sub. Perfectly produced tutorial/instruction. Thank you Mellowpine Lasers!

[@MellowpineLasers]

:D Welcome aboard!

[@willdwyer6782]

If you engrave the back side of a mirror and then light it from behind, wherever the reflective paint was removed by the laser, the light will shine through the glass and be visible as an illuminated image.

[@MellowpineLasers]

Yes, you're correct. I used the same technique to create a vanity mirror with touch switch. I have a video on it, you might find it interesting.

[@tenderalvlock]

I usually hate to watch videos to learn...and would rather read instructions. But your video was so awesome. It was clear and concise. I liked that you put everything up on the screen, so it made it easier to understand and I could jot down notes. Also, a bit of humor!! Thank you!

[@MellowpineLasers]

I truly appreciate your kind words, and I'm delighted to hear that you found the video helpful. Making the content clear and informative is always the goal.😊

[@jbgeller]

I really appreciated the up-front summary with minimal padding here. It made me very confident you were going to provide the information I needed later in the video. Great formatting, presentation, and information.

[@MellowpineLasers]

Glad you liked it. Stay subscribed for more informative content 🙂

[@dlmhc8]

I was struggling to get nice, clean engraved pieces incorporated into my stained glass work. FINALLY, your video provided the tips and tricks I was seeking in order to get my engraving to the level I have been looking for AND you showed me how to do it without needing to mess with painting the glass first! The black back drop is brilliant and my results are SOOOO much cleaner and better! THANK YOU for a fantastic post!!

[@MellowpineLasers]

You are welcome!!

[@JoleenCombs]

Hi, I make stained glass as well. Have you experimented at all with scoring glass via laser? If so, have you found any techniques/settings that work particularly well?

[@dlmhc8]

@user-nn5xb3ly8h Yes! I have had the best luck with 100% power and speed set at 10 (on the xtool software). When done, use an exacto knife to clean out grooves/etching. I also have used "rub and buff" to make the etching "pop" in certain pieces...especially when etching in clear glass.

[@SwervingLemon]

Lightburn now has a material test pattern built into the laser tools menu. Thanks for the tip on engraving from the clear side of the glass. That's made it WAY easier to get consistent results! Edit: Forgot to add - thank you! The format of this video is awesome. Love the concise delivery and clear explanations.

[@MellowpineLasers]

Yes you are correct about the test pattern. Glad the video was helpful.

[@AndréVandeRiet]

After seeing the video, my first try with the black stock and setting 500mm/90% on my 5 Watt laser turned out GREAT !!!!!

[@caseyhutson3572]

Most videos i view i say, "Please get to the point", then i come across yours, and BOOM, you instantly gave the info needed. Honestly that made me stay for the whole video. Excellent presentation and excellent info! Thank you!

[@MellowpineLasers]

Ha Ha, glad you like it. Stay subscribed for more.

[@nater3796]

I liked and subscribed because you gave the short version before the details. I hope this catches on becasue I can't tell you how many vids I stopped watching becasue they couldn't stop wasting my time. So, thank you for doing that! And, also, thanks for the advice for engraving! I will save you for when I get my setup ready.

[@MellowpineLasers]

You are welcome! Glad you found the video helpful and liked the quick TL :DR before the details. 😊

[@lindaraines474]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge. I am a beginner and don’t know much about the laser.

[@AcryliWoodDesigns]

As always, I love your sense of humor!

[@MellowpineLasers]

Thanks! 😀

[@myfaceback100]

Great video you made it easy to understand as I only have my laser a week and still learning the basics 👍

[@DaBalloonGuy67]

The moment I see engraving glass. I clicked the like button, subscribed and rang the bell. I took a screenshot of the power and speed settings for reference. Thanks for such an awesome video.

[@MellowpineLasers]

Really appreciate the sub. Will try to bring out more awesome videos. Your support and encouragement means a lot.

[@madebykarmolina]

That is the most helpful information I have found about engraving packed into a single video. Good job!

[@MellowpineLasers]

Glad it was helpful!

[@christinereisig8596]

Nicely done 😊 !!! I just spent a ridiculous amount of time looking at other videos that didn’t explain crap- m’so SO happy to find your channel! Thank you SO SO MUCH for the actually useful and insightful content- Legitimately and for real-

[@MellowpineLasers]

You're welcome!

[@rudysubiyakto]

Thanks for the lesson, Sir Very details for me, before i watch your video, i want do the same methods as what you do, & finally i found your video & made me more easy, thank you so much

[@nicolette8909]

Echoing what everyone else is saying - THANK YOU. After going through a bunch of different videos, this included everything so quickly and efficiently. I appreciate it so much. I am absolutely subscribing and looking forward to more!

[@MellowpineLasers]

Glad you liked the video. Thank you for subscribing. 🙂

[@metzgerdan]

Thank you for the tutorial. Clear and no added fluff

[@MellowpineLasers]

Glad it was helpful!

[@AlsterJW]

I absolutely love the quick reference at the top of this video - very much appreciated!! Excellent Content!

[@MellowpineLasers]

Thank you so much!!

[@garbage_person]

Wonderfully informative video. Thanks for experimenting and sharing your findings.

[@FridgeMagnetFred]

Top instructional video, I've been failed to engrave on glass/acrylics today I did my first successful run, thanks you for a clear instructional video

[@MellowpineLasers]

You're welcome!

[@chrisdoume8004]

The best video to engrave glass on yt. Thank you, continue. Hellas

[@MellowpineLasers]

Thank you. I'm glad you liked the video 😊

[@musicamex]

You are a very good teacher! Lots of detail and details. Thank you!

[@MellowpineLasers]

Thank you for your kind words. Glad you liked the video. 😊

[@CoreyMayeaux-zw2ek]

Straight to the point. I like it. Thank you

[@StumblingBumblingIdiot]

Nice video especially with me being a noob! I REALLY appreciate the settings you used as that at least gives a decent starting point rather than just saying to run a test grid to determine your own settings. Of course you still need to run a test grid but can always try a quicky with the settings you provide :) Subscribed and looking forward to more! TLDR is great! I watched the whole thing pretty much anyway (skipped some parts like how it works towards the end as I already knew that.).

[@MellowpineLasers]

Glad you liked the video and thanks for subscribing. Really appreciate the detailed feedback. :)

[@allsecured]

I don't know where to begin. I'm so glad I found your channel. I was getting very frustrated trying to engrave glass. Thank you for the TLDR, then the long explanation, and then side tips. Thank you also for actual settings for the Xtool 20w. You are the man!

[@MellowpineLasers]

You are so welcome!

[@angelakennedy7004]

Your video is awesome. I'm a newbie. I can't wait to learn more.

[@stevegpsych68]

Ditto on all the other comments.....not one word was a waste of time. Very well done sir and very informative. Thankyou. Liked and subscribed.

[@MellowpineLasers]

Thank you so much for your kind words and for subscribing! I'm glad you found the video informative. 😊

[@colind2955]

I just love how you explain every factor to consider very impressive with your video not only are they on point they are so informative. A very big thankyou . I subscribed looking forward to more great videos.

[@MellowpineLasers]

Thanks a lot for those kind words! Means a lot! Will keep trying my best to always come up with informative videos with no fluff. 😊

[@istayhighi1540]

Awesome. I was able to engrave a design into my tempered glass desktop case. Worked really well. Thanks for the vid.

[@MellowpineLasers]

That is a really cool use case for lasers.... I'm glad you found the video useful! 😊

[@murf6997]

Thank you for this video. Well organized, helpful, and your voice and manner on the camera makes it easy to watch. Please keep up the great work!

[@MellowpineLasers]

Glad you found it to be useful. Sure I'll be making more videos.

[@mikel81160]

Just came across this video while surfing. THANK YOU for this, this is EXACTLY what I was hoping to find when I started looking for the information on etching glass. all I currently have available right now are a couple of 3018 routers and they will only support a 5.5 watt laser.

[@MellowpineLasers]

You're very welcome!

[@timothywhite934]

New to using diode laser and was looking for info. Found this video and it is exactly what I was looking for. Speed is great, Information is precise, and writing info is easy to follow as well. Pleas make more, as I have a lot to learn, and I like what I have learned from you so far.

[@MellowpineLasers]

Happy to help, more videos coming your way.

[@kennethlaubscher9495]

Thanks

[@PhilippeLhoste]

It is good to see real numbers given, for various powers. And you even give a methodology to get our own results. You have precise approach of the job, I like it. Thanks for the video.

[@MellowpineLasers]

It's my pleasure

[@Cashmeister96]

Very informative and straight to the point. You've got yourself a new subscriber.

[@MellowpineLasers]

Thank you so much. And thanks for the sub... ❤️

[@TTC1940]

thanks for all the time you put in making this video

[@ICA_Design]

Great video! Best one I've seen with the most detailed information that answered my questions as to why when I had them!

[@MellowpineLasers]

I am so glad we could be of help. This is just a start. We are planning on doing so much more. Let's do this together. Spread the word around.

[@krisknowlton5935]

I use tempra paint and like you said I spray it on. Something else I've tried that works well is candle black which is the soot from a candle. It is fast to put on and there is no drying time and washes off with water.

[@MellowpineLasers]

I have seen that method, but never tried, will try it some day.

[@bo_b12]

Cool idea, thank you!

[@gabrielsimons_artlife]

Thank you for the video this was the most concise explanation I have seen and I have watched a ton of videos.

[@denisvitorino8022]

so good :D Loved it!! Super well scripted !

[@freefifty]

Has to be the best how do video that I’ve seen, he doesn’t try to make himself look good! Get’s right to the subject. I will be trying this on my 5 watt with black paper (not a fan of paining). Next I’m looking for info on engraving mirrors!

[@MellowpineLasers]

Thank you for your kind words. I always try to minimize fluff and get straight to the point. 😊 The black cardstock method works well for most of the projects, but I personally think paint produces slightly better results when it comes to engraving photos with intricate details. To engrave mirror, you can engrave the back of the mirror and remove the reflective coating.

[@nathanwolf5547]

Thank you. This was so clear and interesting. Very useful

[@hitten03]

Thanks. TLDR will definitely watch the whole video

[@jmoses9905]

i just had to watch the first minute and a half and, done! Great video!

[@christospavlatos8567]

Great job bro! You are amazing! A lot of youtubers must learn from you!!!

[@MellowpineLasers]

Thanks man

[@sultankuto8724]

Thanks for the valuable information, Goodwill to you

[@nagoorkhan6682]

Super explaining about Lazer beams on engraving

[@MellowpineLasers]

Thank you :)

[@PoppysWorkshop]

Great video! I plan to follow your recommendations. Thank you for the detailed explanation to the options.

[@MellowpineLasers]

You're welcome!!

[@nicolewilkinson576]

I’ve just got my first 5w diode laser and this video was fab, easy to listen to not loads of waffle and to the point . Thank you so much a video on reverse engraving on wood to make letters stand out to a good depth would be ace, and also one on engraving photos from picking a photo onward please x

[@MellowpineLasers]

Glad you liked it. I have a video on engraving wood, do watch it and let me know.

[@shawnmurray7232]

I used white automotive primer and had no problem engraving glass with my Atomstack X7 Pro diode laser & with pretty good results.

[@DanJNaas]

Great job. Really enjoy your videos. Straight forward, great information, excellent science, and wonderful delivery. Thanks. 👍

[@MellowpineLasers]

Thank you so much. Stay subscribed!

[@lorenzomerlalaguna883]

TLDR!!! awesome to get to the point right away!!! double like to you video

[@MellowpineLasers]

Thank you so much for your kind words. Glad you liked the video, your support means a lot 😊

[@hr1722]

Loved the video, straight to the point with very good examples. The settings for the different Watts are really a big help. Keep on making these videos.

[@MellowpineLasers]

Glad it was helpful. More videos coming soon. We would really appreciate it if you could please share our channel with other laser users you know.

[@MakerPop0514]

Good lord! What a fantastic explanation and video! Keep it up!

[@MellowpineLasers]

Thank you very much!

[@NinjaHempKnight]

Thanks for the great video. I have and xTool D1 10w and I have improved my laser engraving and cutting thanks in part to your channel. Keep making videos! Project Idea if you would like to tackle it. I would love to see a video where you teach us to make custom finger joint boxes. For instance. A wall hangable 3 tier shelf system for holding flat stock like wood or actylic. Having the shelves slightly angled up would keep the material securely in place. There are box generators online, but knowing how to size the slots for your material and make matching tabs would be a great and practical project.

[@MellowpineLasers]

You're welcome. That seems like a good idea for a video, will give it a try sometime in the near future.

[@jeffmastin]

Fyi i think the opposite of blue is orange, not yellow. Thanks for all the tests using different wattages. Very helpful

[@kathleenmcnamara1838]

Great video! Any testing with colorful glass?

[@ZX10R203]

Just found your video and it gave me a good baseline on how to engrave glass. I found that the best way to get an even coat was to dilute the tempera paint with rubbing alcohol and use an airbrush to get an even fast drying coat. Then let it dry in from of a fan or use a heat gun in low to medium setting. But all in all great video.

[@MellowpineLasers]

Thanks man. Do subscribe. Nice tip btw, I'll try it.

[@pettigrewwoodworks]

Excellent info, well presented! Thanks for sharing.

[@MellowpineLasers]

Glad you liked it. Thank you for the appreciative words. 😊

[@Quimerateck]

A real quality video, excelent information man

[@extemos6476]

NIce videos my dude! I like how informative your videos are. Thank you.

[@MellowpineLasers]

Thank you bro, and you're welcome

[@ryanstafford9717]

great video. thanks. this will help a lot of beginners, and some intermediate folks like myself. cheers. keep it up! earned a follow from me

[@MellowpineLasers]

Thanks for the follow. Really appreciate your comment.

[@payola5000]

Dude, you're a laser hero

[@KC-xr2tm]

I like this video very much. It was very informative. Thank you .

[@MellowpineLasers]

So nice of you

[@bidem2737]

nice vid bro, so helpful, greetings from argentina

[@MellowpineLasers]

Thank you.... happy to help

[@annesorieux2167]

MERCI !!thank you so much for your vidéo .It helps me a lot

[@jimmym2719]

Very well presented and composed with all points included, awesome job bro. Thanks for sharing 💕

[@MellowpineLasers]

Thanks a million 😊.... Will try to keep this up

[@tajuana_on_a_mission]

Great video! I was only considering a CO2 because I thought I couldn’t etch acrylic and glass on a diode. Thank you so much for this amazing review

[@MellowpineLasers]

Glad I could help!

[@nonyabidness5784]

This is fantastic and informative. Thank you!

[@MellowpineLasers]

Glad you found that useful 😊

[@newfuturefriend]

thanks brother this best video ... teach us .. respect

[@merkfritz]

Excellent video! Thank you for creating this, it was very helpful.

[@MellowpineLasers]

Glad it was helpful.

[@torvaga]

Nice video. My best result on a test piece was white spraypaint. From what I learned while exploring glass etching it's titanium oxide in the paint that reacts with the laser and "melting" into the glass causing the etch. There are probably other explanations to this as well, but as mentioned a white paint with TiO worked like a charm for me :)

[@dannon18]

Loved the video. Thank you for all the research and posting the results. You're awesome!

[@csg887]

Great video, thank you for posting! I'm new to laser engraving and this helped me a lot.

[@MellowpineLasers]

Thank you so much for watching. Glad to be of help.

[@DanielRisacher]

Thanks for this! My technique for etching glass is to not use the laser at all... I use the same 3018 CNC, but with a drag knife attachment instead of the diode laser. I cut a mask into sticky vinyl, transfer to the glass and use Armour Etch to mark the glass. Armour Etch is a paste that you spread on glass, and it will etch it in a few minutes. One of the advantages of this technique is that you can etch curved surfaces without a rotary attachment - but of course the downsides are that it's more steps and requires a different tool. I will try your technique if I'm ever etching onto a flat surface!

[@MellowpineLasers]

Try engraving with a laser, its easy and you can engrave complex designs. Which 3018 CNC are you using?

[@alwayscensored6871]

@@MellowpineLasers My 3018 came today, has a 2.5W, but for the price it is a bargain for a beginner. Will halve your 5W speeds and see what happens.

[@my-pixels]

Absolutely amazing and detailed video! Thank you for all the effort you put into it 👍

[@DmitriKoslov1]

Hey, great video! Great pacing, valuable information! Ok, so slowing down and turning up the power makes it etch the top surface instead of the bottom, do we have to adjust the focus?

[@ThatEngineerGuy_]

I won’t buy a class but I’ll always let the ads roll fully. Thanks for the wisdom

[@natenez]

Very informative and exceptionally well put together

[@MellowpineLasers]

Thank you, glad you liked it.

[@larsdeutsch7779]

Excellent guide! Great job !

[@MellowpineLasers]

Thank You. Glad you liked the video. 😊

[@francovoges3645]

This is a very good video thanks please make more

[@MellowpineLasers]

Thank you so much. Please check out my other videos.

[@awags2281]

Very well done with quality and information looking forward to watching more.

[@MellowpineLasers]

Thank you. More quality content coming your way soon....

[@keithfan8947]

Great stuff and you are a good teacher. Thank you!

[@MellowpineLasers]

Thank you so much. Stay subscribed for more

[@mrcampbellforChrist]

Thanks a million... this video inspired me to do a test grid and it's a success. Never made a test grid before I'm using XCS xtool software 10w pro..

[@MellowpineLasers]

Glad it helped. xTool machines are good in general. I hope to bring out more videos and ideas like this one.

[@Lolikuki-g3]

Excellent job you are amazing for sharing this. Can you make a video on what laser to by fir someone wants to start you seem to get to the most valuable information. Thank you.

[@MellowpineLasers]

Thank you. I will make one as soon as I collect all the latest info.

[@Kaisgal106]

have you ever tried lazering Obsidian disks? if you havent could u try it ? and if you have what was the best method u found for them?

[@JoleenCombs]

This was incredibly helpful!! I love how thorough you were in your testing and that you included the settings (you'd be surprised how many creators don't). Do you think matte black vinyl might work well, especially for curved surfaces where cardstock might gap and even painting might be difficult?

[@MellowpineLasers]

Glad you liked the video! Vinyl might be an easier option for curved surfaces, but it is not safe to laser cut or engrave vinyl (unless you use laser safe vinyl).

[@Dekweekschuur]

Nice explaining, thnx WHat happening with the black cardboard. do you need a new sheet every time.

[@MellowpineLasers]

Yes you will need a new sheet every time but it is cheaper than other methods. The surface of the cardboard burns off, however, at times you can flip the sheet and use it.

[@victororo462]

Thanks for the video!! I'll be trying this out! Yeeehaw!

[@MellowpineLasers]

Good luck.. Yeehaw😁

[@Thracium]

High quality research and Information sharing! Thanks