Laser Engraving FAQs
What is Laser Engraving?
Laser engraving is a process that vaporizes materials into fumes to engrave permanent, deep marks. The laser beam acts as a chisel, incising marks by removing layers from the surface of the material. The laser hits localized areas with massive levels of energy to generate the high heat required for vaporization.
Can you laser engrave firearms?
Laser engraving is the preferred method to add serial numbers, NFA trust & owner information, logos, and custom graphics to firearms. Fiber Laser systems can produce deep engraving required for serial numbers, NFA trust and owner information.
What type of material can be engraved with the fiber laser system?
Metals — Stainless steel, cast/forged steel, die-cast / anodized aluminum, titanium, iron, and non-ferrous metals.
Exception: Copper, brass, and gold are not recommended due to the absorption range of the material.
Glock Polymer 2.0 Plastic — The high-quality, hard polymer of Glock frames provides exceptional clarity for custom stippling patterns and designs.
Exception: The Polymer 80 (P80) Pistol Frame is not manufactured with Glock Polymer 2.0 plastic and is not recommended for laser engraving.
Why are Glock Frames different from other manufacturers?
The Glock's frame is made from a high-strength nylon-based polymer invented by Gaston Glock, called Polymer 2.0. This plastic was specially formulated to provide increased durability and is extremely resilient. Glock’s high-quality polymer is the only polymer that consistently engraves sharp and crisp.
Note: The Polymer 80 (P80) Pistol Frames are not manufactured with Glock Polymer 2.0 and is not recommended for laser engraving.
Can you engrave on wood?
Combat Cats Creations has a Fiber Laser Engraver which is specifically designed for metal materials.
The C02 (carbon dioxide) laser engraving system is best for non-metals such as wood, cloth, leather, ceramics, stone, glass, etc.
Can you do ATF markings?
Yes! Our laser engraver system has the power for compliance with the strict ATF National Firearms Act (NFA) requirements for firearms markings.
What engraving services do you provide?
Our laser engraving system is specifically designed for metal materials which is perfect for:
Tamper Resistant Marking — NFA Trust and ownership information, serial numbers, and packaging codes
Custom Graphics, Badges and Symbols
Company Logos and Seals — provide a vector file of your company logo
Glock Frame Stippling
AR Polymer Magazine identification and graphics
Mailboxes — address, family name, or design
ID Tags
Personalized Gifts
Customized Metal Items
And much more…