Engraving Tools

Engraving tools cut precise lines, text, and patterns into metal, plastic, and composites. In a CNC context they’re the cutters that run V-carve toolpaths for part marking, serial number engraving, and decorative surface work. In a manual context they’re used in pantograph engravers and hand-operated engraving machines.

We stock carbide engraving cutters in V-profile and flat-bottom styles, covering the common tip angles and diameters used in CNC engraving toolpaths. Carbide holds its edge at the high spindle speeds engraving requires and outlasts HSS alternatives significantly in harder materials.

All held in UK stock. Order before 4pm and it ships same day.

Choosing the right engraving cutter

Tip angle determines the character width at a given depth — a narrower angle (60°) produces finer, sharper lines; a wider angle (90° or 120°) gives broader cuts that are more legible at smaller text sizes and less likely to clog in aluminium. For CNC part marking in steel or aluminium, a solid carbide 60° or 90° V-cutter at the correct tip diameter for your smallest character covers most applications. Check the product pages for tip width, recommended depth of cut, and spindle speed for each cutter in the range.