Martin Todorov
Riccardo Muscarella
Emma Rossi
Matteo Moras
Lucas Schmidt
Roberto D'Adago
Roger Jungo
What You Can Engrave on Glass with a CO2 Laser
CO2 laser engraving produces a permanent frosted mark on glass by micro-fracturing the surface layer - no abrasives, acids, or contact tools required. Common applications:
- personalised wine glasses, tumblers, and glassware gifts
- engraved glass bottles and decanters
- mirror engraving - decorative panels, framed mirrors, and signage
- flat glass panels for interior design and architectural elements
- corporate awards and trophy glass
- glass photo frames and keepsake items
Standard CO2 laser engravers cannot cleanly cut glass due to uncontrolled thermal fracturing - only surface engraving is possible.
How to Choose a CO2 Laser Engraver for Glass
Choosing a CO2 laser engraver for glass requires understanding that power calibration matters more than tube wattage - and that glass type determines safe operating parameters.
- Laser power - 40-80W is sufficient for most glass engraving; typical settings run 20-40% power at 300-500 mm/s scan speed. Higher power increases cracking risk rather than quality.
- Work area - a 500×300 mm table handles small glassware and bottles; 600×400 mm and 900×600 mm formats cover flat glass panels and mirrors; 1200×900 mm suits large decorative panels.
- Rotary attachment - essential for cylindrical glassware: wine glasses, tumblers, bottles, and vases. Without it, curved surfaces cannot be engraved accurately.
- Glass type - soda-lime glass engraves consistently. Tempered glass may crack under laser heat - test before production. Borosilicate is more heat-resistant and generally safer.
- Price - glass laser engraving machine price varies by work area; entry-level models (500×300 mm) are the most accessible starting point for glassware and small-format work.
Why Buy from Virmer
Virmer is the official Wattsan distributor in Europe, with machines in stock and no customs delays for European buyers. Glass engraving results depend on power and speed settings - book a free demo before you buy to see results on your specific glass type. The full range of CO2 CNC laser cutters and engravers is available with full technical support included.
