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Legend Plates and Engraved Electrical Panel Labels
Carolina Laser, Inc. is your online source for engraved electrical panel labels and legend plates. Our experience in engineering and manufacturing makes the difference. Don't trust your project's success to a trophy shop! We serve thousands of satisfied customers worldwide. Order online using our fast and easy online ordering system, or request a quote for custom items.
- Engraved electrical panel labels
- Custom engraved with your text
- 30mm and 22mm legend plates
- Control panel nameplates
- Machine data plates
- Quantity discounts
- Indoor or outdoor use
Built by Automation People
Our company was formed in 2009 by an Automation Engineer and a Purchasing Agent from the factory automation industry. Stress free, fast and accurate order fulfillment is our priority. Learn more about us here.
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The fast, easy way to order! Online ordering provides the fastest lead time and best price.
Most Popular Products
22mm Legend Plates
Order custom engraved 22mm legend plates online! These fit standard 22mm selectors, push buttons and indicator lamps. Select colors and enter text using our secure website.
30mm Legend Plates
Our 30mm legend plates fit standard 30mm operators from Allen Bradley, Square D, Schneider and many others. We have several styles to fit your panel layout.
Engraved Nameplates
The easiest way to order engraved labels and nameplates. Select your colors and enter text using our secure website. Stock sizes range from 1/4" x 3/4" to 4" x 20". Custom sizes are available by quote.
Engraved Tags
Engraved tags are perfect for conduit, key and valve tagging. Online ordering is available for stock sizes.
All About Legend Plates
What is a Legend Plate?
A legend plate is a flat plate that surrounds a push button or switch. Descriptive text is engraved into the plate. The engraved text provides greater wear resistance than printed labels. They are used in industrial and commercial areas where printed labels will not last. They are sometimes called lamacoid labels or engraved tags.
Legend plates are available in a variety of colors and sizes. They can be customized with your choice of text and color. A peel and stick backing makes them easy to install.
Our easy online ordering system makes obtaining custom legend plates easier than ever. Just enter your text and select your colors to preview your plate. Our automated system will process your order in record time. You don't have to settle for pre-printed plates that do not fully describe the function of your system.
Uses of Engraved Legend Plates
- Electrical switches, buttons and indicator lamps
- Field devices like limit switches, proximity switches and sensors
- Electrical junction boxes, motor control centers and disconnects
- Hydraulic and pneumatic systems
- Safety and warning signs
Some Definitions
- Phenolic
- A layered material made from paper or fiber and resin. It is hard, rigid and somewhat brittle. The term phenolic is often used generically to refer to any layered plastic material. If your RFQ calls for Phenolic, we may ask you to clarify.
- Norplex, Micarta
- Brand names for Phenolic.
- Acrylic Engraving Stock
- A layered plastic material used for making legend plates and engraved labels. It is flexible and easy to laser process. Suitable for indoor or outdoor use and cost effective. Widely used in commercial and industrial facilities. Largest selection of colors. Acrylic Engraving Stock has replaced phenolic in most applications.
- Lamicoid or Lamacoid
- A generic term that refers to a layered plastic material. Examples include lamicoid tags, lamacoid labels or lamacoid tags. These can be made from either phenolic or acrylic engraving stock.
- Legend Plate
- An engraved plate that surrounds an electrical operator (push button, selector switch, etc).
- Engraved Nameplate
- A rectangular engraved plate that mounts above or below an electrical operator.
- Engraved Label
- An engraved plastic plate used for labeling electrical and safety devices in a manufacturing environment. Could include legend plates or engraved nameplates.
Engraving Materials
We use top quality Acrylic Engraving Stock to create our products. This is a durable, layered plastic sheet made from acrylic. It is a modern alternative to Lamicoids or Phenolic.
Some of our products are available in Stainless Steel. Perfect for harsh environments like food processing, meat packing and chemical industries.
Materials and Colors
Benefits of Engraved Nameplates
- Abrasion resistance
- Long service life
- High contrast, easy to read
- UV resistance
- Cost effective
- Many available colors
- Easy to customize
How They are Made
Plastic
The plastic has two layers in different colors. The laser removes the top layer to expose the inner layer. The resulting product is durable and legible.
Stainless Steel
Stainless steel legend plates are laser cut and fiber laser marked. The fiber laser creates a permanent mark in the surface of the stainless steel. The marks will not come off with anything short of a belt sander.
Materials
Standard Plastic with Adhesive Backing
Features
- Smooth Matte Finish
- 12 Color Choices
- Cost Effective
- 3M 9502 Peel and Stick Adhesive
- Acrylic-Based Engraving Stock
- Indoor or Outdoor Use
Heavy-Duty Plastic Adhesive Backed
Features
- Wear and Abrasion Resistant
- Light Textured Finish
- Six Colors to Choose
- Good Resistance to Solvents and Oils
- 3M 467MP Peel and Stick Adhesive
- Modified Acrylic-Based Engraving Stock
- Indoor or Outdoor Use
304 Stainless Steel (#4)
Features
- #4 Brushed Stainless Steel Finish
- High Resistance to Solvents and Oils
- Excellent Wear and Abrasion Resistance
- Indoor or Outdoor Use
- Fiber Laser Engraved
- 304 Stainless Steel
Get A Quote
Need something special? We can quote from your files.
- HMI overlays
- Special sizes
- Large quantities
- Non-standard products
We Ship To
- United States
- Canada
- Mexico
- Australia
- Puerto Rico
- US Virgin Islands
Others please check with us.
Save on Larger Orders
| Order Quantity (items) | Discount |
|---|---|
| 25+ | 5% |
| 50+ | 7.5% |
| 100+ | 10% |
| 200+ | 15% |
| 400+ | 20% |
