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Attempting a new shape for the first time

If you cannot determine the actual diameter of the object, select the closest object you are familiar

with and use that number. Its helpful to develop a list of diameters for glasses you offer and keep it

posted next to the engraver for quick reference. If you are using Libby Glass, the below table lists

some common sizes and may be helpful if just getting started.

Beer Mug 2.8"

Coffee Cup 3.4"

Rocks Glass 3.0"

Fluted Champagne 2.2"

Large Wine 3.4"

Medium Wine 3.0"

Small Wine 2.7"

If a small portion of the engraved image drops out or an area of the cut is missed, recut the entire

image by repeating the job. Do not move the engraving head laterally; this will create a shadow or

duplicate image. It’s always better to lift the head and inspect the work before removing the object.

Accurate realignment is virtually impossible.

Be aware of the limitations of the engraving head when sizing the engraving job. Figure 3.1 shows

an example of how the head could run into the head or tail stock as well as the lip of a glass or

object.

CHAPTER 3 Tips & Tricks

Figure 3.1•Close-up view

of the front of the carriage

resting on the mug. Engravable

area is limited to the edge of the

mug or glass LESS the distance

between the spindle and the feet.

carriage

feet

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Vision Cylindrical Instruction Manual Page 11