tooler82 182 Posted July 19, 2016 After engraving on a sheet of Laser-it anodized aluminum, there's smoky film. I've tried various ways to clean it, but most of the time it scratches. Does anybody engrave and have a good solution? I've used tissues, techwipes, paper towels, toilet paper, etc. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cal 393 Posted July 20, 2016 I just had a piece engraved. The guy cleaned it with paper towel and rubbing alcohol. Cal Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tooler82 182 Posted July 20, 2016 I mean I'm using tissue paper and such and it's scratching it. I don't know what to do. I usually run it a few times and use the one that doesn't happen to scratch. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dakotagrafx 7,293 Posted July 20, 2016 Would it be the same principal as plastic glasses that you never use a paper product to clean as it scratches,fogs then? Always use a soft cloth ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tooler82 182 Posted July 20, 2016 It may be. What's weird is I can't find a solution anywhere, even though it's the most commonly used product in engraving. I mean trophies and plaques etc. I may see about getting a microfiber cloth somewhere and see if that'll work to clean it after engraving. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tooler82 182 Posted July 20, 2016 Hard to see I guess but here's a picture. They're small, but I don't want any scratches. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dakotagrafx 7,293 Posted July 20, 2016 paper scratches scratches soft surfaces - it doesn't scratch glass as it is harder but softer materials it scratches 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Go-C Graphics 856 Posted July 20, 2016 You need to look into getting a better product. Anodized aluminum shouldn't been scratching like that if it's done properly. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
