
INTUITIVE AND INTELLIGENT ENGRAVING
Model shown with optional centre vice
DE-3 Desktop Engraver
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LIST PRICE
£ 5,450
With laser-pointing technology, ethernet connectivity, automatic depth regulation and other intelligent features, the DE-3 is the ideal turnkey engraving solution for producing precise text and graphics onto a huge range of materials and objects.
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Discover A World of Engraving Applications with the DE-3
Whether you are a sign-maker, equipment manufacturer or awards and gift supplier, the DE-3 desktop engraver is ideally suited to engrave an impressive variety of giftware, signage, trophies, tools and industrial products. The DE-3’s integrated safety cover and user-friendly operation also make it ideal for use within retail environments.

Engrave onto a range of plastics and composite materials, including PCB circuit boards.

Engrave names and graphics onto acrylic awards and signs with the versatility of the DE-3.

In-store personalisation has never been more popular. With the DE-3 you can offer unique personalised products to increase the profitability of your existing product line. Engrave onto silver, gold and other 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 durable tactile and Braille signage.

Accurate Personalisation At Your Fingertips
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.
Precision Engraving
Easy-to-apply nose cones can be added to the spindle unit to automatically regulate engraving depth on the media surface, delivering consistently precise results.
Fast and Easy Production
Powered by a 20,000 rpm DC brushless motor, the DE-3 harnesses advanced surface detection and other automatic features to make set-up and engraving quick and simple.

Ethernet Connection

Hand-Held Control

New Software and Open Architecture
The DE-3 is open source technology that works out-of-the-box with all popular engraving software, industry standard tools, and materials. Also included with the DE-3 is Dr. Engrave Plus software that offers new user advantages.
- Now supports AI files and standard graphic/vector data
- Newly added levelling and drilling functions enable standard text engraving as well as surface levelling and hole drilling
- Retains handy template functions and Excel and CSV databases for fast engraving of serial data jobs
Additional Features
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A compact desktop device which performs like a production class engraver. |
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Additional centre vice available to securely hold irregular objects such as hip flasks, compact mirrors, spectacle frames and more. |
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Small footprint device with generous 305 mm (X) x 230 mm (Y) x 40 mm (Z) work area, to fit comfortably into office, classroom, workshop and retail environments. |
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Clean and safe engraving solution with a fully-enclosed engraving operation. |
Work table size | 305 mm x 230 mm | |
Maximum work area (Work envelope) | X, Y, Z:305 mm × 230 mm × 40 mm | |
XYZ axis drive system | Stepper motor, 3-axis simultaneous control | |
Operating speed | XY axis: | 0.1-60 mm/sec. |
Z axis: | 0.1-30 mm/sec. | |
Software resolution | 0.01 mm/step | |
Mechanical resolution | XYZ-axis: | 0.00125 mm/step |
Spindle motor | Brushless DC Motor | |
Spindle speed | 5000-20000 rpm | |
Tool loading | Cutter Holder, Collet Type | |
Maximum material thickness | 40 mm(38 mm when using the nose cone) | |
Connection | USB or Ethernet (10 BASE-T/ 100 BASE-TX) | |
Machine language | RML-1 | |
Power supply | Voltage and frequency | AC 100 to 240V ±10%, 50/60 Hz (overvoltage category: II, IEC 60664-1) |
Rated current | 1.0 A | |
Power consumption | 80 W | |
Operating noise | During operation | 60 dB(or less) |
During standby | 40 dB(or less) | |
External dimensions | 616 mm × 587 mm × 390 mm | |
Machine weight |
35 kg |
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Installation environment | Indoor use, altitude: 2000 m or less, Temperature 5 to 40 °C, humidity 35 to 80% (no condensation), Environment pollution degree 2 | |
Included items | DGSHAPE software package CD, Power cable, 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, Setup Guide |
Item | Model | Description | ||
Engraving cutters |
ZEC-A2013 |
Cemented carbide dia. = 3.175 mm x 114 mm (L) x 0.127 mm (W) | ||
ZEC-A2025 | Cemented carbide dia. = 3.175 mm x 114 mm (L) x 0.254 mm (W) | |||
ZEC-A2051 | Cemented carbide dia. = 3.175 mm x 114 mm (L) x 0.508 mm (W) | |||
ZEC-A2076 | Cemented carbide dia. = 3.175 mm x 114 mm (L) x 0.762 mm (W) | |||
ZEC-A4013 | Cemented carbide dia. = 4.36 mm x 165 mm (L) x 0.127 mm (W) | |||
ZEC-A4025 | Cemented carbide dia. = 4.36 mm x 165 mm (L) x 0.254 mm (W) | |||
ZEC-A4051 | Cemented carbide dia. = 4.36 mm x 165 mm (L) x 0.508 mm (W) | |||
ZEC-A4076 | Cemented carbide dia. = 4.36 mm x 165 mm (L) x 0.762 mm (W) | |||
Engraving cutters (for aluminum or brass) |
ZEC-A2013-BAL | Cemented carbide dia. = 3.175 mm x 114 mm (L) x 0.13 mm (W) | ||
ZEC-A2025-BAL | Cemented carbide dia. = 3.175 mm x 114 mm (L) x 0.25 mm (W) | |||
ZEC-A4013-BAL | Cemented carbide dia. = 4.36 mm x 165 mm (L) x 0.13 mm (W) | |||
ZEC-A4025-BAL | Cemented carbide dia. = 4.36 mm x 165 mm (L) x 0.25 mm (W) | |||
Parallel engraving cutters |
ZEC-A2150 | Cemented carbide dia. = 3.175 mm x 114 mm (L) x 1.52 mm (W) | ||
ZEC-A2190 | Cemented carbide dia. = 3.175 mm x 114 mm (L) x 1.91 mm (W) | |||
ZEC-A2230 | Cemented carbide dia. = 3.175 mm x 114 mm (L) x 2.29 mm (W) | |||
ZEC-A2320 | Cemented carbide dia. = 3.175 mm x 114 mm (L) x 3.175 mm (W) | |||
ZEC-A4150 | Cemented carbide dia. = 4.36 mm x 165 mm (L) x 1.52 mm (W) | |||
ZEC-A4190 | Cemented carbide dia. = 4.36 mm x 165 mm (L) x 1.91 mm (W) | |||
ZEC-A4230 | Cemented carbide dia. = 4.36 mm x 165 mm (L) x 2.29 mm (W) | |||
ZEC-A4320 | Cemented carbide dia. = 4.36 mm x 165 mm (L) x 3.175 mm (W) | |||
ZEC-A4380 | Cemented carbide dia. = 4.36 mm x 165 mm (L) x 3.81 mm (W) | |||
ZEC-A4430 | Cemented carbide dia. = 4.36 mm x 165 mm (L) x 4.34 mm (W) | |||
Quarter round cutters (for plastic) |
ZEC-A2013-QR | Cemented carbide dia. = 3.175 mm x 114 mm (L) x 0.13 mm (W) | ||
ZEC-A2025-QR | Cemented carbide dia. = 3.175 mm x 114 mm (L) x 0.25 mm (W) | |||
ZEC-A4013-QR | Cemented carbide dia. = 4.36 mm x 165 mm (L) x 0.13 mm (W) | |||
ZEC-A4025-QR | Cemented carbide dia. = 4.36 mm x 165 mm (L) x 0.25 mm (W) | |||
Diamond engraving cutters | ZDC-A2000 | Diamond dia. = 3.175 mm x 127 mm (L) | ||
ZDC-A4000 | Diamond dia. = 4.36 mm x 178 mm (L) |
All 4.36 diameter tools require ZC-E436 Collet
Item | Model | Description | ||
Collets for end-mill |
ZC-23 |
Diameter 6 mm, 5 mm, 4 mm, and 3 mm collets: 1 pc. each | ||
ZC-23-3 | Diameter 3 mm collet: 1 pc. | |||
ZC-23-4 | Diameter 4 mm collet: 1 pc. | |||
ZC-23-6 | Diameter 6 mm collet: 1 pc. | |||
ZC-23-3175 | Diameter 3.175 mm collet: 1 pc. | |||
ZC-23-6.35 | Diameter 6.35 mm collet: 1 pc. | |||
Collet for 4.36 diameter cutters | ZC-E436 | Diameter 4.36 mm collet: 1 pc. | ||
Nose cone |
ZDN-200 (Metal) | Inner diameter 2 mm, outer diameter 4.2 mm, for engraving text | ||
DN-500R (Plastic) | Inner diameter 5 mm, outer diameter 8 mm, for engraving text | |||
Spindle unit | ZS-35S | Replacement spindle unit | ||
Adhesive sheet for securing material | AS-10 | 210 mm x 140 mm, 10 sheets | ||
Centre vice | ZV-23CS | Loadable material using jig for nameplate: 152 mm (X) x 148 mm (Y), and 35 mm (H) Loadable material using jig for either pen or tube: 90 mm (X) x 146 mm (Y), and Max 20 mm thick |
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T-slot table | ZTT-35 | Table size: 292 mm (X) x 220 mm (Y) Dimensions: 355 mm (W) x 230 mm (D) x 40 mm (H) |

Warranty and Support
DGSHAPE by Roland ensures that your machine is always up and running with a 1-year warranty plus support from a network of dedicated dealers and certified service engineers. From our helpful customer support team to an abundance of training and education, Roland cares about your customer needs before and after your machine purchase.
Why Choose Roland DG?
People buy Roland DG equipment because they know it will do what they need it to do - and more. Our mission is to be the best, not the biggest, which is why our solutions are the most reliable in the industry.
- More than 40 years of trusted technical excellence
- Robust, flexible technology and repeatable results
- Unparalleled post-sales service and support
Get in touch today and find out why Roland DG is the first choice for print businesses worldwide.