

Etched Aluminum Nameplate

Etched Stainless Steel Nameplate
Custom Metal Etching Services for Nameplates, Labels & Tags
✅ What is Metal Etching?
Metal etching is a subtractive manufacturing process that uses acid or chemicals to precisely remove surface layers of metal, creating permanent, high-contrast designs. It is ideal for text, logos, serial numbers, and barcodes on flat metal surfaces.
Our etching process delivers sharp detail, high durability, and excellent wear resistance — perfect for industrial, branding, or identification needs.
🏆 Why Choose Etched Metal Products?
- Permanence – Won’t fade, peel, or wear off
- Precision – Clean lines for barcodes, small text & logos
- Durability – Resistant to heat, UV, moisture, and chemicals
- Professional Look – Ideal for equipment, machinery, or signage
- Customizable – Depth, paint fill, and surface finishes available
🔩 Suitable Metals for Etching
We provide custom etching services on various metals, including:
Metal | Description |
---|---|
Stainless Steel | Durable, industrial-grade, rust-proof |
Brass | Golden appearance, suitable for high-end tags |
Aluminum | Lightweight, cost-effective, anodized option |
Copper | Vintage look, decorative finishes |
Nickel & Zinc Alloy | Limited use (surface etch only) |
🔧 Etching Depth & Paint Filling Options
- Shallow Etch (0.01–0.03 mm): Ideal for fine detail, barcodes, and text
- Deep Etch (up to 0.2 mm): Better for rugged tags and long-lasting signage
- Color Fill Options: Enamel, epoxy, or paint-filled etched areas for visual contrast
🖌️ Design Options
Our etching service supports:
- Serial numbers / QR codes / barcodes
- Company logos / part numbers
- Instructional or safety information
- Bilingual or international text
- Decorative etching for branding
💡 Vector files like AI, PDF, DXF, or CDR are recommended for the best results. We offer free layout help if needed.
🔄 Compatible Finishes & Combinations
Combine etching with other finishes:
- Brushed or Polished Surfaces
- Anodized Aluminum + Etching
- Paint-filled Etching for Contrast
- Etching + Stamping (Hybrid Process)
- Etching + Screen Printing
🛠️ Typical Applications
- Equipment & machinery nameplates
- Control panels and instruction plates
- Asset tags & inventory markers
- Elevator or hotel signage
- Medical or laboratory labels
- Branding plaques for art or packaging
📦 Mounting & Assembly Options
Etched metal products can be delivered with:
- Adhesive backing (3M tape, foam tape)
- Mounting holes (standard or countersunk)
- Magnetic or hook-and-loop backing
- Screw, rivet, or nail-ready designs
- Custom die-cut shapes or rounded corners
🚚 Order Process & Lead Time
- Send your design or idea
- Confirm material, size, and quantity
- We send a proof/mockup for your approval
- Production begins (7–12 days average)
- QC, packaging, and worldwide delivery
MOQ: As low as 100 pcs depending on metal & size
Shipping: DHL, FedEx, air, or sea freight available
🗣️ Why Work with Us?
- Over 10 years of metal processing expertise
- Factory-direct pricing
- International shipping with fast turnaround
- Design support and free samples available
- One-stop service from etching to packaging
✅ Call to Action
Need high-precision etched metal nameplates or tags?
We provide tailored etching solutions for any industry or creative use.