Laser Engraving, Cutting & Fabrication Services in Cincinnati
Family- and veteran-owned. Professional engraving, fabrication, and cutting services for industrial, signage, and custom projects. From single items to large-volume orders. Fast proofs, consistent results, and free quotes.
Pricing for Custom Engraving
Engraving projects start at $60.00. Pricing is based on engraving time ($1–$3 per minute), material, quantity, and design complexity. You may choose from our materials or supply your own. Contact us to confirm suitability of materials for engraving. We can also source materials through trusted suppliers to help manage cost without compromising quality.
Laser Engraving, Cutting & Marking Materials
High-Contrast Metal & Substrate Marking
Industrial CO₂ lasers + ceramic marking deliver a smooth, black mark that permanently bonds to metal and coated parts—no impact to material integrity.
- Ideal for QR codes, barcodes, serials, branding
- Clean, durable identification for tools, medical and industrial components, panels and parts
Precision Cutting & Engraving — Wood, Acrylic, Textiles
Crisp cuts and deep, consistent engraving across wood, acrylic, leather, textiles, cardboard.
- Signage & displays with tight tolerances for inlays and precise designs
- Parts & cut-outs from 1 to 1,000+
Etching — Glass, Crystal & Stone
Fine detail with a bright, frosted finish that lasts. Perfect for architectural accents, signage, decor, awards.
- Uniform, elegant etch—no structural compromise
- Great for awards, commemoration, signage, and recognition
Transform Materials into Functional, Branded Goods
Fabrication & Prototyping
We don’t just engrave—we build. Combine cutting, engraving, and assembly for production-ready parts and displays.
- Signage & inlays: layered acrylic/wood for crisp contrast
- Panels & plates: control panels, nameplates, tags, backers
- Jigs & templates: fixtures for repeatable setups
- Small-batch parts: short runs with tight tolerances
File prep: Vector paths (SVG, AI, EPS, PDF). Separate cut and etch layers when possible.
Pro Tip & Material Suitability
⚠️ Pro Tip: We engrave—never print. Your design is permanently etched with crisp precision.
- Wood: deep engraving with natural contrast.
- Glass, acrylic & crystal: bright, frosted etch.
- Metal: ceramic marking bonds for a permanent, smooth, black mark.
- Leatherette: engraves black, gold, or silver (product-dependent).
- Color fill: black, gold, or silver and more on request.
Providing your own item? Some plastics and unknown coatings may haze or melt. Email us with photos and details; test engraves available.
Artwork Guidelines
• Upload your logo or design with your order (or send it with your quote request).
• Preferred files: SVG, AI, EPS, or PDF (vector). We also accept high-resolution PNG/JPG (300+ DPI, black & white preferred).
• Fonts: Google Fonts are included. For custom fonts, attach the font files or convert text to outlines.
Tips & Tricks
• Keep text simple and bold; avoid ultra-thin lines and tiny type.
• Do: provide original artwork files from your designer when possible.
• Avoid: screenshots, low-res images, or photos of printed logos.
File help is included with all services. We clean up, convert, and vectorize your art as needed and send a proof for approval. Email us at info@lightforcelaserengraving.com or call (513) 265-9508.
Our Process
- Share Your Specs — item or description, quantity, deadline, artwork.
- Fast Proof — we provide a digital proof within 24 hours.
- Production — 3–7 days after approval (rush available); more time may be needed for specialty materials or large orders.
- Shipping and Delivery — nationwide shipping; free local delivery on qualifying orders.
- Reorder — We save all layouts and personalization lists.