The DE-3 desktop engraver uses over 30 years of innovation in engraving technology to deliver impressive versatility and fast, user-friendly automated production.
With laser-pointing technology, automatic depth regulation and other intelligent and intuitive features, the DE-3 produces precise text and graphics onto a huge range of materials and objects. It's the ideal desktop engraving solution for today's user.

Discover A World of Engraving Applications
Whether you are a sign-maker, equipment manufacturer or awards and gift supplier, the DE-3 desktop engraver is the ideal solution for engraving an impressive variety of giftware, signage, trophies, tools and industrial products. The DE-3’s integrated safety cover and user-friendly operation also make it ideal for use in retail settings.
 
Accurate Personalisation
A laser pointer accurately defines the origin point and displays an engraving path preview on the media – set the engraving position at the touch of a button.
Precision Engraving
Easy-to-apply nose cones can be added to the spindle unit to automatically regulate engraving depth on the media surface, delivering consistently precise results.
Fast and Easy Production
Powered by a 20,000 rpm DC brushless motor, the DE-3 harnesses advanced surface detection and other automatic features to make set-up and engraving quick and simple.
Remote Connectivity
Select options such as spindle speed and one-touch machine cleaning without the need for a computer with a hand-held control. Engraving job data can be sent from your computer and stored in the controller after the PC is disconnected.
The DE-3 uses open source technology that works out-of-the-box with all popular engraving software, industry standard tools and materials. The engraver also comes with Dr. Engrave Plus software that offers a number of additional advantages to the user.
	- AI files are now supported along with other standard graphic/vector data
 
	- Standard text engraving, surface levelling and hole drilling are now possible thanks to new levelling and drilling functions
 
	- Includes handy template functions and Excel and CSV databases for fast engraving of serial data jobs
 
Additional Benefits
	
		
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			A compact desktop device with production-class engraver performance. | 
		
		
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			An optional centre vice will hold irregular objects such as hip flasks, compact mirrors, spectacle frames and more securely in place. | 
		
	
	
		
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			Boasts a small footprint with a generous 305 mm (X) x 230 mm (Y) x 40 mm (Z) work area that fits comfortably into office, classroom, workshop and retail environments. | 
		
		
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			A clean and safe engraving solution with a fully-enclosed engraving operation. | 
		
	
Specifications
	
		
			| Model | 
			DE-3 | 
		
		
			| Work table size  | 
			305 mm x 230 mm | 
		
		
			| Maximum work area (Work envelope) | 
			X, Y, Z:305 mm × 230 mm × 40 mm  | 
		
		
			| XYZ axis drive system | 
			Stepper motor, 3-axis simultaneous control | 
		
		
			| Operating speed | 
			XY axis: | 
			0.1-60 mm/sec. | 
		
		
			| Z axis: | 
			0.1-30 mm/sec. | 
		
		
			| Software resolution | 
			0.01 mm/step | 
		
		
			| Mechanical resolution | 
			XYZ-axis: | 
			0.00125 mm/step | 
		
		
			| Spindle motor | 
			Brushless DC Motor | 
		
		
			| Spindle speed | 
			5000-20000 rpm | 
		
		
			| Tool loading | 
			Cutter Holder, Collet Type | 
		
		
			| Maximum material thickness | 
			40 mm(38 mm when using the nose cone) | 
		
		
			| Connection | 
			USB | 
		
		
			| Machine language | 
			RML-1 | 
		
		
			| Power supply | 
			Voltage and frequency | 
			AC 100 to 240V ±10%, 50/60 Hz (overvoltage category: II, IEC 60664-1) | 
		
		
			| Rated current | 
			1.0 A | 
		
		
			| Power consumption | 
			80 W | 
		
		
			| Operating noise | 
			During operation | 
			60 dB(or less) | 
		
		
			| During standby | 
			40 dB(or less) | 
		
		
			| External dimensions | 
			616 mm × 587 mm × 390 mm | 
		
		
			| Machine weight | 
			
			 35 kg 
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			| Installation environment | 
			Indoor use, altitude: 2000 m or less, Temperature 5 to 40 °C, humidity 35 to 80% (no condensation), Environment pollution degree 2   | 
		
		
			| Included items | 
			DGSHAPE software package CD, Power cable, Power adapter, USB cable, Nose cone unit (resin / metal components), Nose unit set screw (fixing screw, spring), Spare set screw (for cutter holder), Solid collet (∅ 3.175 mm), Spanner wrench, Hex wrench, Hex driver, Adhesive sheet, Dust collector adapter, Setup Guide | 
		
	
Specifications, designs and dimensions listed may be subject to change without notice