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Looking to etch HL2 into my case window

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quiksilverx181

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HOw would i etch it? I printed the HL2 sign off of the internet, what would i use to etch it? How can i make it look nice? I cant afford a decal :(
 
You will need to purchase etching bit #105 and #107 located at your nearest Home Depot, Lowes or sometimes Walmart. Since these bits are 3/32 you will also need to purchase a new collet, don't forget this or else the bits will just slide right out while you are etching.

Also pick up a sheet of acrylic if you don't have one already, I purchased 1/4" acrylic but they say 1/8" is best. Choose whichever suits your needs.

Print out an image that you would like to etch, don't forget to invert/flip the image. Tape this to the back of a sheet of acrylic. Peel off the protective layer ontop of the acrylic on the other side and this is where you will start etching. I found it best to have your eyes over what you are etching because depending on the thickness of the acrylic you purchased it creates a reflective mirror, kind of like viewing an object in a glass filled with water. So don't forget to always have a constant viewing angle while etching.

I used the flexshaft for better precision. While working you will need to have a firm grasp on the flexshaft handle. The reason being is that sometimes the bit wants to go somewhere on its own accord. Start out with 5,000-10,000 rpms, and use light pressure while still maintaining a firm grip. Practice before you actually start, because there isn't really any margin for error if you are doing a large piece like the Vash window. If you would like to accomplish a layered effect you can turn the rpms all the way to 35,000 again with light preassure trace the image do this only if you are incorporating 2 seperate images it allows things to look more 3D than just 2D. I haven't tried this yet for Project: Vash, but it works.

Good luck with your etching!
 
And there it is folks, a short and simple etching how to by our very own modding princess.
The HL2 is fairly easy to do, you may need a brief touch up to the graphic when you resize it then do as she says.

Like the girl says... Girls kick @$$
 
Bookmage said:
And there it is folks, a short and simple etching how to by our very own modding princess.
The HL2 is fairly easy to do, you may need a brief touch up to the graphic when you resize it then do as she says.

Like the girl says... Girls kick @$$
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amen to that! heh thanks for the help guys (and girls :) )
 
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