Why isn't there any white laser markings ink/powder/paste/spray? (lemmy.ml)

submitted 9 months ago by SecurityPro@lemmy.ml to c/lasercutting@lemm.ee

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I recently purchased my first laser. I'm interested in adding color to my engravings. Specifically I want white text engraved on black metal. However I've searched online and can't find any white marking materials.

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[-] glimse@lemmy.world 4 points 9 months ago

Maybe it's hard to make white ink that plays well with lasers?

I've had good success with paint filling (painting then sanding the surface) but it's much more work

[-] stevestevesteve@lemmy.world 2 points 4 months ago

Gotta be - black absorbs light so heats and fuses well I imagine

[-] Sphks@lemmy.dbzer0.com 3 points 9 months ago

Wait. Marking ink is a thing !! Why didn't know about it before ?

Is this dangerous to use?

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