1、 Type and Characteristics
Classified by Material:
Carbon steel knife: With low Mohs hardness and high brittleness, it is suitable for beginners or for engraving on soft materials.
White steel knife (high-speed steel knife, sharp steel knife): With high Mohs hardness and slightly better toughness, but with a heavy weight, it is suitable for experienced seal engravers.
Hard alloy knife (tungsten steel seal carving knife): high Mohs hardness, good wear resistance, long service life, suitable for general stone carving, and has a good hand feel, suitable for quick entry.
Classified by shape:
V-shaped knife: The blade head is V-shaped, suitable for carving lines and details.
Flat blade: The blade head is straight and suitable for carving flat patterns and text.
Round knife: The blade head is rounded, suitable for carving curved surfaces and rounded patterns.
2、 Application Fields
Casting identification: In casting production, engraving knives can be used to engrave and identify on the surface of castings for better identification and use of casting products.
Personalized Gift: By engraving, unique personality can be added to the gift, commonly used for customizing souvenirs, wedding gifts, birthday gifts, etc.
Commercial signage: In the commercial field, lettering is widely used to create logos and billboards to enhance brand image and attract customer attention.
Artistic creation: Many artists express their creativity and emotions through engraving, whether it is carving or decoration, engraving can add depth and depth to the artwork.
3、 Usage and precautions
Choose the appropriate engraving knife: Choose the appropriate type and shape of engraving knife according to your needs.
Preparation work: Ensure that the workbench is flat and stable to prevent tool sliding or injury; Keep the engraving knife sharp for better carving of details.
Pay attention to posture and strength: The correct grip posture can improve work efficiency and accuracy; Control the force and angle of the engraving knife to achieve the desired scoring effect.
Control speed: Control the engraving speed of the engraving knife as needed to avoid losing control due to too fast or causing disjointed knife marks due to too slow.
Pay attention to safety: When using a carving knife, maintain focus and concentration, and avoid operating while distracted or in an unstable mood; Avoid contact between hands or other parts of the blade to prevent injury; Keep the work area clean and prevent the carving knife from sliding or accidentally injuring others.
4、 Maintenance and upkeep
Regular sharpening: Keep the blade sharp for better carving of details.
Cleaning residues: After using the engraving knife, promptly clean the residues on the blade to avoid affecting the next use.
Proper storage: Place the engraving knife in a safe location to avoid exposing the blade and prevent accidental injury.
In summary, the engraving knife is a widely used tool in multiple fields, with various types and characteristics. When using a engraving knife, it is necessary to choose the appropriate knife, pay attention to posture and force, control speed, and ensure safety. At the same time, regular maintenance and upkeep of the engraving knife are also necessary to extend its service life and maintain its performance.
