DE-3 Desktop Rotary Engraver
For over 30-years, Roland DG has lead innovation in rotary engraving technology and continues to break new ground with the DE-3 desktop rotary engraver. Featuring laser-pointing technology, automatic depth regulation and other intelligent enhancements, the DE-3 is one of the smartest, most intuitive rotary engravers on the market.
Discover More Applications with DE-3 Engraving
Effortlessly scribe and engrave onto a huge range of giftware, signage, trophies, tools and industrial products. Personalise brass, aluminium, copper, engraving plastic, wooden items and more, with the speed, precision and ease of the powerfully compact DE-3.
Engrave onto a range of plastics and composite materials that include PCB circuit boards.
Scribe names and graphics onto glass and acrylics with the versatility of the DE-3.
Engrave onto gold, silver and other high-value metals to create profitable personalised giftware.
Add text and graphics onto plaques and signs with crisp, clean precision, and without the surface burning that laser engravers produce.
Personalise industrial tools, nameplates and safety signs in metal, plastic, and other materials.
Create ADA compliant signage with the addition of all-in-one ADA Signage Kit.
Laser Pointer
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 for accurate engraving and personalization every time.
Precision Engraving
Easily-applied nose cones can be added to the spindle unit to avoid scratches to delicate materials and deliver consistently precise results.
Fast and Easy Production
Powered by a 20,000 rpm DC brushless motor, the DE-3 utilizes advanced surface detection and other automatic features to make set-up and engraving a quick and simple process.
Handy Panel Control
New Software and Open Architecture
The DE-3 desktop rotary engraver is open source technology that works out-of-the-box with all popular engraving software, industry standard tools, and materials. Also included with purchase of the DE-3 is Dr. Engrave Plus software that offers new user advantages.
- Now supports AI files and standard graphic/vector data
- Levelling and drilling functions enable standard text engraving as well as surface levelling and hole drilling
- Features automatic layout tool for importing Excel and CSV files for quick engraving of nametags, product serial numbers, and other variable data projects
Additional Features
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A desktop machine that performs like a production class engraver |
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Additional center vise available that holds objects up-to 152 mm (X) by 148 mm (Y) by 35 mm (Z) |
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Small footprint machine with an ample 12” by 9” work area fits comfortably into offices, classrooms and workshops |
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Offers a safe and clean engraving solution with a fully-enclosed engraving operation |
Protect Your Investment
Take your business forward with complete peace of mind thanks to Roland DG’s renowned post-sale service. Roland DG Care warranties cover you for much more than device maintenance.
- Factory-trained service engineers
- Quick installation and first-time set-up
- Expert advice and training
At the forefront of advanced machine manufacturing for 37-years, Roland DG continues to provide practical and reliable technology with unmatched service and support.
DGSHAPE by Roland DG further builds on this reliability promise by improving user experience with fast and effortless engraving machines, designed for those just starting out and for engraving experts looking for a more intuitive solution.
Additional Information
Specifications
| Work table size | 305mm x 230mm 12.0079in x 9.05512in |
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| Maximum Work Area (Work Envelope) | 12” (X) x 9.1” (Y) x 1.6” (Z) 305 mm (X) x 230 mm (Y) x 40mm (Z) |
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| XYZ Axis Drive System | Stepper motor, 3-axis simultaneous control | |
| Operating Speed | XY axis: | 0.1 ～ 60 mm/sec. |
| Z axis: | 0.1 ～ 30mm/sec. | |
| Software Resolution | 0.004” (0.01 mm) /step | |
| Mechanical Resolution | XYZ-axis: | 0.00125 mm/step |
| Spindle Motor | Brushless DC Motor | |
| Spindle Speed | 5,000 ～ 20,000 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 100V – 240V ± 10%、50/60Hz（Overvoltage category: Category Ⅱ, IEC60664-1) |
| Rated Current | 1.0 A | |
| Power Consumption | 80 W | |
| Operating Noise | While Operating： | 60 dB（or less) |
| Standby： | 40 dB（or less) | |
| External Dimensions | 2'02" (W) x 1'9" (D) x 1'2" (H) (616 mm (W) × 587 mm (D) × 390mm (H)) |
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| Machine Weight | 75 lbs (35 kg) | |
| Installation Environment | Indoor use, altitude: | 2000 m or less |
| Temperature | 5 to 40 °C | |
| Humidity | 35 to 80% (no dew condensation) | |
| Environment pollution degree: | 2 | |
| Bundled Accessories | "Power cord, 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, DGSHAPE Software Package CD, Setup Guide" | |
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