Owing to an increase in demand and needs, engraving tools are no longer used by big industries alone. These days, these tools come in many shapes and sizes to suit the needs of different users, big or small. 

If you love taking on arts and craft projects outside of work hours, a handheld electric engraver is a tool that can help explore your creative side. With your very own engraver tool, you can mark personal property and create personalised gifts for loved ones.

That said, not all handheld electric engraving tools are created equal. Consider the following factors when shopping for a handheld engraving tool for your needs.

Handle grip

To get smooth and precise results when etching a material, you will require a firm and comfortable grip on your engraver. This all boils down to one thing — the ergonomic design of the engraver.

The right handheld engraver for your needs should allow firm control while enhancing hand comfort. It should provide a soft grip and not be too heavy for you to handle.

Engraving materials

Most handheld engravers are multi-functional tools that can be used to etch common materials such as metal, wood, plastic and leather. However, some engraving tools don't work on all common materials. 

When selecting an engraver for your craft needs, it's important to choose a tool designed to be used on the different types of materials you intend to work with.

Engraving templates

Which kind of templates do you need for your engraving jobs? Most handheld engravers come with a variety of standard design templates, including letter, number and shape templates. If you're looking to carve and engrave something special, you might benefit from using an engraving tool that includes custom design templates.

Engraving operation

The perforating head of an electric engraver uses an electric motor and drive mechanism to deliver cutting action. Because of this operating mechanism, electric engravers may produce some vibration while engraving. 

Strong vibrations can make it difficult to achieve smooth engraving results. Models that produce minimal vibration are easy to work with.

Energy efficiency

Because electric engravers run on electricity, you might want to consider the energy performance of your engraving tool. Energy-saving models are expensive to purchase, but they're a cost-saving choice in the long run.

With the correct electric engraving device in your hand, there's no shortage of fun craft projects to undertake. Consult an industry expert if you need help choosing the right engraver for your needs.