Training in electrolytic metal engraving

Discover the different steps of electrolytic engraving and learn how to create engravings of photos and lettering on metallic substrates.

  • Discover the electrolysis engraving equipment
  • Learn how to prepare metal surfaces for engraving
  • Create your own engravings on metal
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4 hours of training (1/2 day)

Engraving of photos & lettering

Exercises and simulations

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Who is this training aimed at?

  • You would like to discover electro-etching. You want to learn the principles of this technique and discover the materials needed to make your first engravings.
  • You want to customize metal supports. You want to learn how to prepare different materials and to create engravings of photos or lettering on metal.
  • You like precise and meticulous work. This training is aimed at meticulous individuals who are comfortable with tasks that require precision and care.

Objectives of the metal engraving training

  • Knowing the safety rules and knowing how to use the equipment.
  • Knowing the different types of liquid electrolytes.
  • Understand the principles of creating printable designs for engraving.
  • Knowing how to choose your stencil printer.
  • Knowing how to choose your electrolytic generator.
  • Knowing how to choose and prepare the metal support.
  • Knowing how to engrave by electrolysis.

Public

Anyone who wishes to engrave by electrolysis.

Prerequisites

Being precise and meticulous, with basic computer skills.

Duration and rhythm

4 hours.

Pedagogical methods

Didactic contributions, debates and exchanges, exercises and real-life situations.

On the program

From discovering the equipment to creating your first engravings, the training covers the different stages of electrolytic metal engraving.

Safety & equipment

  • Safety
  • The different printers
  • The different generators

Creation & engraving possibilities

  • The creations
  • Photo engraving
  • The engraving of lettering
  • The various possibilities of creation

Preparation & electrolytic etching

  • Surface preparation
  • The preparation of the engraving
  • Electrolytic etching

Want to learn how to engrave?

Do you have questions about the training, the price, or the upcoming dates available? Contact the school team for all the necessary information.

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Frequently asked questions

Electrolytic etching is a technique used to create engravings on metal surfaces. The training covers, among other things, the preparation of surfaces and the etching process, as well as the creation of photos and lettering.

The training allows you to discover the different stencil printers and the different electrolytic generators. It also covers the different types of liquid electrolytes and metallic supports in order to understand the equipment needed to perform a gravure.

The program addresses various creative possibilities, including: photo engraving and lettering engraving. The trainees also learn to prepare the surfaces and the engraving before moving on to the actual production.

The training is tough 4 hours. It combines didactic input, time for discussion, as well as exercises and simulations. The dates of the sessions will be determined with the school.