Q: How thick can the material be for engraving?
A: The maximum material thickness is 40?mm, or 38?mm when using the nose cone.
Q: Does the DE-3 support vector file formats?
A: Yes, it supports AI (Adobe Illustrator) files and standard vector graphics files.
Q: Can I engrave variable data, like serial numbers or names from a spreadsheet?
A: Yes, you can import Excel or CSV files to engrave names, serial numbers, or other variable text fields.
Q: Does the DE-3 have automatic depth control?
A: Yes, it features automatic depth regulation to maintain consistent engraving depth.
Q: How do I align the engraving position on the material?
A: The DE-3 uses a laser pointer to define the origin point and preview the engraving path for precise setup.
Q: What is the spindle speed?
A: The spindle speed ranges from 5,000 to 20,000 rpm.
Q: What is the machine’s work area?
A: The work table measures 305?mm × 230?mm, with a maximum work envelope of 305?mm × 230?mm × 40?mm.
Q: How fast can the machine move?
A: The XY axis speed ranges from 0.1 to 60 mm/sec, and the Z axis speed ranges from 0.1 to 30 mm/sec.
Q: What resolution does the DE-3 offer?
A: Software resolution is 0.01 mm/step, and mechanical (step) resolution is 0.00125 mm/step.
Q: What software is included with the DE-3?
A: The DE-3 comes with Dr. Engrave Plus software for design and engraving management.
Q: Can engraving jobs be stored on the machine?
A: Yes, job data can be sent from your computer and stored on the controller even after the PC is disconnected.
Q: What kind of connectivity does the DE-3 support?
A: It supports USB and Ethernet (10BASE-T / 100BASE-TX) for data transfer.
Q: How noisy is the engraver?
A: Operating noise is 60 dB or less, and in standby it is 40 dB or less.
Q: What is included in the box?
A: The package includes a power cord, power adapter, USB cable, nose cone unit, collet, hex wrenches, adhesive sheet, dust collector adapter, Dr. Engrave CD, and setup guide.
Q: What maintenance does the DE-3 require?
A: Periodic cleaning, checking/tightening of the collet and spindle, and laser pointer calibration.
