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October Laser Material Specials: Metals & TroGlass
October material specials: Durable metals and eye-catching acrylics
This October, we're helping you get more from your laser with exclusive material specials. Whether you need industrial-grade metals for permanent marking or creative acrylics for laser cutting and engraving, these offers make it easy to stock up and save.
Terms & conditions:
- Offers valid for Australian customers only
- The free sheet must be of equal or lesser value then the cheapest sheet in the order.
- Valid 1-31 October 2025
![Detailed fire truck image engraved on black metal using Trotec laser engraving machine](/static_processed/4da93b8c26903d1b16b34b46d418d025/detailed-fire-truck-image-engraved-on-black-metal-using-trotec-laser-engraving-machine.jpg?{"image":"https://backend.troteclaser.com/static/images/News/2025-04-Speedy-100-cross/Speedy-cross-photo-engraving-anodized-aluminum.jpg","edits":{"resize":{"width":640,"fit":"cover"}},"outputFormat":{"format":"webp"}})
Metals: Anodised Aluminium & DuraBlack®
When it comes to laser marking metals, anodised aluminium and DuraBlack® are trusted worldwide for their durability and clarity.
- Anodised aluminium delivers a smooth, consistent surface that produces sharp, high-contrast engravings. It is widely used for compliance plates, asset tags, serial labels, and rating plates.
- DuraBlack® is purpose-built for the harshest industrial environments. Resistant to UV, heat, abrasion, and chemicals, it ensures critical information such as safety signage, equipment IDs, and product labels remains legible over time.
These materials are relied upon across manufacturing, rail, utilities, and defence industries where compliance and long-term readability are essential.
October Special
Buy 5 full sheets, get 1 free – a cost-effective way to keep your workshop ready for production.
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Processing metals with a laser
Anodised Aluminium
Get reliable results with minimal setup.
- CO2 lasers engrave matte and gloss premium lines directly — no sprays, coatings, or secondary steps required (contrast is better with coloured and black aluminium, silver shades deliver minimal contrast)
- Fiber and MOPA lasers deliver sharp, permanent marks ideal for compliance plates, tags, and serialisation
- Diode lasers can also be used, with darker colours producing the strongest contrast for easy readability
DuraBlack®
Simplify outdoor marking without compromise.
- CO2 lasers create a crisp, high-contrast white mark in a single step
- No chemical pre-treatment or top coat is needed, saving time and cost
- As the only laser-markable metal certified for outdoor use, DuraBlack® ensures permanent readability in even the harshest environments
![Laser-cut acrylic sign with black diamond shape and MY JEWELLERY text made using Trotec laser cutter](/static_processed/0df451b0e76acdf763842ba085b2a4ba/laser-cut-acrylic-sign-with-black-diamond-shape-and-my-jewellery-text-made-using-trotec-laser-cutter.jpg?{"image":"https://backend.troteclaser.com/static/images/News/EN_AU/2025-news/troglass-metallic-jewellery-sign-freestanding.jpg","edits":{"resize":{"width":640,"fit":"cover"}},"outputFormat":{"format":"webp"}})
Acrylics: TroGlass Sparkle, Metallics & Mirror
For engravers and creatives, TroGlass is a premium range of acrylics for laser cutting and engraving that unlocks endless design possibilities.
- TroGlass Sparkle adds shimmer and shine to signage, gifts, and decorative items.
- TroGlass Metallic offers a brushed, modern finish perfect for trophies, awards, and branding projects.
- TroGlass Mirror delivers the brilliance of glass with the durability of acrylic, making it popular for point-of-sale displays, jewellery, and custom interiors.
All TroGlass sheets are optimised for laser processing, ensuring precise engraving and clean cutting without secondary finishing.
October Special
Buy 4 quarter sheets, get 1 quarter shee free – a cost-effective way to experiment with new finishes.
Shop TroGlass Sparkle Shop TroGlass Metallic Shop TroGlass Mirror
![Laser-engraved acrylic samples labeled GS Cast and XT Extruded using Trotec CO₂ laser cutter](/static_processed/c289235972c9dd28feb51edb22d9ca9a/laser-engraved-acrylic-samples-labeled-gs-cast-and-xt-extruded-using-trotec-co-laser-cutter.jpg?{"image":"https://backend.troteclaser.com/static/images/knowledge/material_handling/acrylic/comparison-laser-engraving-acrylic-cast-and-extruded-467.jpg","edits":{"resize":{"width":640,"fit":"cover"}},"outputFormat":{"format":"webp"}})
Cast vs Extruded Acrylic
TroGlass products are manufactured as either cast or extruded acrylic.
- Cast acrylic is made in individual sheets, offering excellent optical clarity, durability, and chemical resistance - perfect for detailed laser engraving.
- Extruded acrylic, by contrast, is rolled into sheets, giving it more consistent thickness and easier cutting, though with less engraving depth.
Both options are engineered to deliver high-quality, reliable results on laser machines.
