TRIDENT LASERWORKS

Trident Custom Patch Builder

Build Your Engraved Patch

Choose your shape and leatherette, upload your design, and preview the engraving before ordering.

Upload artwork to begin Your artwork will be simulated as black engraving.
Build your patch Choose options to begin
1

Choose Leatherette Type

Choose your leatherette construction first. Your available colors in Step 3 will update automatically.
2

Choose Patch Shape

3

Choose Leatherette Color

Choose Heritage or Heritage No-Foam in Step 1 to see the available colors.
4

Upload Artwork

Accepted: PNG, JPG/JPEG, SVG, PDF and Adobe Illustrator (AI). PDF/AI files require a PNG, JPG/JPEG or SVG preview copy so you can review the engraving before ordering.
Smart Engraving Preview how your artwork will be converted for engraving.
Phase 1.3
Analyzes the upload and chooses the safest conversion for the artwork.
Upload artwork to generate a smart engraving preview.
Dashed gold guide = recommended artwork area. The guide is preview-only and will not be engraved or cut.
Background Removal Original upload stays untouched. Cleanup affects the engraving preview only.
Removes only the light background connected to the outside edge, preserving enclosed white details.
Preview is using the original engraving conversion.
Production-Safe Output: After background removal, the engraving artwork automatically removes weak transparent fringe and microscopic isolated pixels. Your on-screen preview stays unchanged.
For Die Cut patches, background cleanup changes the engraving preview only. Your approved cut contour and finished size stay fixed.
5

Quantity & Backing

Volume Discounts Order more. Save more.
UP TO 60% OFF

Volume pricing is applied automatically as your quantity increases.

25+10% OFF
75+20% OFF
100+30% OFF
300+40% OFF
500+50% OFF
1,000+60% OFF
Pricing is based on the combined quantity of qualifying patches in your cart plus this configuration.
Patch price$4.50 ea.
Estimated total$4.50
6

Review & Add to Cart

The original uploaded artwork and approved builder configuration are attached to the patch line item. When Hook Backing is selected, the builder automatically adds the matching $1.00-per-patch backing add-on at the same quantity.

Engraved Patch Guide

Classic Laser-Engraved Leatherette Patches

Laser-engraved leatherette patches are built for a clean, classic patch appearance with strong contrast and crisp detail. Instead of printing full-color ink onto the surface, the laser engraves the material to reveal the contrasting layer beneath, making this style especially effective for bold logos, text and line art.

Best forBold logos, text, line art and strong contrast
LookClassic engraved appearance with material-based contrast
Online builderChoose shape and leatherette, upload artwork, position it and preview the engraving

Why Choose Laser-Engraved Leatherette?

Engraved leatherette is a strong fit when you want the patch material itself to be part of the design. The laser creates the artwork directly in the surface, so the finished look is driven by the leatherette color and its engraved contrast rather than by printed ink.

This makes engraved leatherette especially effective for straightforward brand marks, outdoor-inspired designs, business logos and artwork with clear shapes and readable lettering.

Artwork, Shape and Size

Bold, clean artwork generally produces the strongest engraving. Vector files are ideal when available, while high-resolution raster artwork can also work when edges and text are clear. Very fine lines, tiny text and highly complex shading can lose definition when reduced to patch size.

Use the online builder to choose the available patch shape and leatherette, upload your design, adjust placement and preview the engraving before ordering. Select a size that keeps important details readable on the intended hat or application.

Need Full Color or a Different Patch Material?

If your logo depends on gradients or multiple printed colors, compare our UV printed and textured UV patches. For a rigid patch with a distinctive two-color engraved reveal, see our laser-engraved acrylic patches. Or browse the full Custom Hat Patches collection.

Laser-Engraved Leatherette Patch FAQs

What is a laser-engraved leatherette patch?

A laser-engraved leatherette patch is a synthetic leather patch designed to be marked with a laser. The laser engraves the surface to reveal a contrasting layer, creating the logo or artwork without relying on full-color printed ink.

Does laser engraving print in full color?

No. Laser engraving creates contrast by changing or removing the material surface rather than printing full-color ink. If your artwork depends on multiple printed colors or gradients, a UV printed patch is usually the better option.

What artwork works best for laser engraving?

Bold logos, readable text, line art and artwork with strong contrast generally engrave best. Very small text, extremely thin lines and complex photographic shading can be harder to reproduce clearly at patch size.

Can I preview the engraving before ordering?

Yes. The online builder lets you choose the available shape and leatherette, upload your artwork, adjust its placement and preview the engraved appearance before placing the order.

Can I choose the patch shape and size?

Yes. The builder provides available shape and size options for this product. Choose a combination that fits the intended hat or application while keeping important artwork and lettering readable.

How is engraved leatherette different from UV printed leatherette?

Engraved leatherette gets its design contrast from the material itself after laser engraving. UV printed leatherette uses cured ink on the surface, allowing full color, gradients and optional raised textured effects.

Are these patches only for hats?

No. They are commonly used for custom headwear, but the patches can also be ordered as standalone pieces for other compatible applications. The right attachment method and suitability depend on how you plan to use the finished patch.