Electrical & Control Cabinets
Engraving materials for clear and durable identification on control cabinets, electrical systems, equipment and operating assets. Suitable plastics, aluminium and stainless steel can be used to produce function labels, equipment identification, warning notices and technical information precisely and permanently.
Durable Identification for Electrical Systems and Control Cabinets
In electrical engineering and control cabinet construction, identification must be clear, legible and matched to the installation situation. Depending on the application, small identification plates, control panels, equipment labels, fuse labels or robust system identification may be required.
Important factors when selecting a material include the processing method, material thickness, surface finish, contrast, mounting method and possible mechanical, chemical or environmental stresses.
Our Material Recommendations for Electrical & Control Cabinets
The right engraving material depends on the processing method, required material thickness, mounting method and application environment. For electrical applications and control cabinet construction, we particularly recommend the following INNOGRAV materials.
LaserAcryl 1
LaserAcryl 1 is a versatile two layer material for high contrast labels, small identification plates and technical signs. Its microthin surface layer enables fine lettering, symbols and codes without unwanted shadowing.
- Laser engraving and rotary engraving
- UV stable
- Wide range of colour combinations
- 1.6 mm material thickness
- For interior and exterior use
LaserAcryl 3
LaserAcryl 3 combines fine, high contrast engraving with a more rigid material thickness. At 3.0 mm, it is suitable for technical signs and identification where increased dimensional stability is required.
- Laser engraving and cutting
- Rotary engravable
- UV stable
- Microthin surface layer
- 3.0 mm material thickness
LaserFlex
LaserFlex is a thin and flexible engraving material for fine, high contrast identification. Its low material thickness makes it especially useful for small technical labels and control cabinet identification.
- Laser engraving and cutting
- Rotary engravable
- Thin and flexible
- 0.8 mm material thickness
- Wide range of colours
PLY 2
PLY 2 is a proven engraving material for technical identification and signs. Its microthin surface layer enables particularly fine engraving, while the matte, low reflection surface supports good readability.
- Especially suitable for rotary engraving
- Laser marking depending on colour and version
- Matte, low reflection surface
- 0.8 / 1.5 / 2.5 mm material thickness
- Wide range of colour combinations
Aluminium G (matt)
Aluminium G (matt) is a double sided anodised aluminium with a brushed, matte surface. The ALMG3 alloy is specially designed for rotary engraving and is suitable for high quality technical signs and front panels.
- Double sided anodised aluminium
- For rotary and diamond engraving
- Weather resistant
- 0.5 to 4.0 mm material thickness
- For interior and exterior use
Aluminium G (Colours, matt)
Aluminium G (Colours, matt) combines a brushed, anodised surface with a range of colours. The material can be rotary engraved and laser marked and is suitable for coloured front panels, control panels and technical identification.
- Anodised aluminium
- Laser marking and rotary engraving
- Light contrast with laser marking
- 0.5 to 4.0 mm material thickness
- Weather resistant
LaserFoil
LaserFoil is an especially thin, flexible and self adhesive solution for technical identification. It is ideal for control cabinet labels, retrofit identification and slightly curved surfaces.
- Laser engraving and laser cutting
- Self adhesive backing
- Flexible
- Suitable for curved surfaces
- 0.2 mm material thickness
DuraBlack
DuraBlack is CO2 laser markable aluminium for particularly demanding technical identification. It is suitable for areas where abrasion, UV radiation, high temperatures or chemical exposure may occur.
- CO2 laser markable aluminium
- Abrasion resistant
- UV resistant
- For demanding operating environments
- Optionally available with self adhesive film
Stainless Steel (V2A)
Stainless Steel (V2A) is suitable for robust and premium identification in technically demanding environments. Stainless steel 1.4301 offers excellent corrosion resistance and a durable metal surface.
- Stainless steel 1.4301 (V2A)
- Brushed on one side
- Excellent corrosion resistance
- 0.8 mm material thickness
- Laser marking with a suitable marking compound such as CerMark
Multipal
Multipal is a three layer, double sided engravable phenolic resin laminate. The robust material is suitable for rotary engraved technical signs, control cabinet labels and industrial identification.
- 3 ply material
- Double sided engravable
- For rotary engraving
- Flame retardant
- 1.0 / 1.4 / 2.0 / 3.0 mm material thickness
Melamine
Melamine is a three layer, double sided engravable phenolic resin laminate for rotary engraving. Its durable, flame retardant construction makes it suitable for robust information and identification signs in technical applications.
- 3 ply material
- Double sided engravable
- For rotary engraving
- Flame retardant
- 1.5 / 2.0 mm material thickness
AluSign
AluSign is a surface treated aluminium for precise, high contrast laser marking. Laser processing produces deep black identification. The material is particularly suitable for front panels, scales, equipment labels and technical marking.
- Surface treated aluminium
- Deep black laser marking
- Ideal for fine details and scales
- 0.5 and 1.0 mm material thickness
- UV resistant
Which Material Is Suitable for Which Electrical Application?
| Application | Recommendation | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Control cabinet labels | LaserFlex / LaserFoil / LaserAcryl 1 | Thin, high contrast identification, with flexible or self adhesive options |
| Equipment & asset identification | LaserAcryl 1 / PLY 2 / LaserFoil | Wide range of colours and thicknesses for clear technical identification |
| Front panels & control panels | AluSign / Aluminium G (matt) / Aluminium G (Colours, matt) | Premium metal surfaces for labelling, scales and function identification |
| Fuse, electrical & fire alarm labels | LaserAcryl 1 / LaserFlex / PLY 2 | High contrast colour combinations and legible small format labels |
| Rigid plastic signs | LaserAcryl 3 | 3.0 mm material thickness for increased dimensional stability |
| Self adhesive & curved surface labels | LaserFoil | 0.2 mm thin, flexible and self adhesive |
| Robust rotary engraved plastic signs | Multipal / Melamine | Double sided engravable phenolic resin laminates |
| Demanding technical environments | DuraBlack / Stainless Steel (V2A) | Robust metal identification for increased stress |
| Fine laser marking & scales | AluSign / Aluminium G (Colours, matt) | Precise laser marking on aluminium |
What Should Be Considered for Control Cabinet Identification?
Readability & Contrast
Equipment names, circuits, functions and warning notices should remain easy to recognise even in small formats. Strong contrast between the surface and engraving improves readability.
Material Thickness
Thin materials are often required for small labels. For larger signs and front panels, thicker materials can provide greater dimensional stability. Available options range from 0.2 mm LaserFoil to plates several millimetres thick.
Processing Method
LaserAcryl, LaserFlex and LaserFoil are suitable for laser processing. PLY 2, Multipal, Melamine and Aluminium G (matt) are particularly interesting for rotary engraving. AluSign and Aluminium G (Colours, matt) enable precise laser marking.
Mounting
Identification plates can be bonded, screwed or mounted in other ways. LaserFoil already has a self adhesive backing. Depending on the version and custom processing, additional mounting options are available for many other materials.
Environmental Conditions
Temperature, moisture, UV radiation, cleaning agents and mechanical stress should be considered when selecting a material. For more demanding conditions, metal solutions such as DuraBlack or Stainless Steel (V2A) may be suitable.
Colour Coding
Different colour combinations help visually distinguish functions, system areas and technical information. Plastic materials such as LaserAcryl 1, LaserFlex and PLY 2 are available in various colour combinations.
Custom Cuts for Electrical & Control Cabinet Identification
Many INNOGRAV engraving materials can be ordered as full sheets, strips or custom cut pieces. This allows small identification plates, front panels and series labels to be processed economically.
Depending on the material and version, additional processing such as drilled holes, rounded corners or self adhesive backing may also be available.
Find the Right Engraving Material for Electrical & Control Cabinets
Do you need material for control cabinet labels, equipment identification, control panels, fuse labels or other electrical identification? We can help you select the right material, thickness, surface finish and processing method.
Frequently Asked Questions About Engraving Materials for Electrical & Control Cabinets
Which material is suitable for control cabinet labels?
Depending on the required material thickness and mounting method, LaserFlex, LaserFoil, LaserAcryl 1 or PLY 2 are suitable options. LaserFoil is particularly thin, flexible and self adhesive, while LaserFlex provides a thin, flexible solution for fine identification.
Which material is suitable for self adhesive identification?
LaserFoil is supplied with a self adhesive backing and is especially suitable for fast installation, curved surfaces and retrofit identification. Depending on the version, self adhesive solutions may also be available for other materials.
Which material is suitable for front panels and control panels?
AluSign, Aluminium G (matt) and Aluminium G (Colours, matt) are suitable for high quality front panels and control panels. AluSign produces deep black laser marking, while Aluminium G (matt) is particularly suited to rotary and diamond engraving.
Which materials are suitable for fire alarm and electrical labels?
LaserAcryl 1, LaserFlex and PLY 2 are suitable examples for clearly distinguishable fire alarm, fuse and electrical labels. The available colour combinations support clear visual assignment.
Which materials are flame retardant?
Multipal and Melamine are phenolic resin laminates offered for robust technical identification. Both are double sided engravable and are particularly suited to mechanically engraved technical signs.
Which material is suitable for particularly robust metal identification?
DuraBlack and Stainless Steel (V2A) are suitable for demanding technical environments. DuraBlack is a laser markable aluminium with high resistance, while stainless steel 1.4301 offers excellent corrosion resistance.
Can the materials be supplied as custom cuts?
Many INNOGRAV engraving materials are available as full sheets, strips or custom cut pieces. Depending on the material, drilled holes, rounded corners and other processing options may also be available.