Custom Etch Plexi Cover for MadCatz TE Bottom

You have several options to personalize your control panel, such as button layout, removal of control panel or screws in some models, button label etching, and text etching.

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Plexi Color, Thickness

Below are visual examples of available acrylic colors and thicknesses.  Not all colors are available for each thickness, nor are the materials and thicknesses accessible for each Fightstick model. Some colors come in a specific thickness, and are too thin or thick to install properly on the Fightstick. Additionally, some material thicknesses do not allow for full etch, as the material can warp from the laser. 

When multiple colors and thicknesses are available for your Fightstick model, you will find them within the options list.

Plexi Thickness

Plexi Color and Texture

Clear (.75mm, 1.5mm, 3mm) 

Black Gloss (1.5mm, 3mm)

Black Matte (3mm only)

White Gloss (3mm only)

White Matte (3mm only)

Notes about Black Matte, White Matte & White Gloss

Black Matte is available in .125" (3mm) thickness only. This color and material texture can be purchased without etching. For AllFightsticks models, you can use the black matte plexi panel as a full replacement for the metal panel.

You can also order with partial or full etching. Unlike clear acrylic, etching is performed on surface of the acrylic.  If you are submitting etch artwork for opaque acrylic such as black matte or black gloss, you do not need to reverse the graphic. More tips on how to submit artwork for etching is available here. 

White Gloss and White Matte is available in .125" (3mm) thickness only. This color and material texture can be purchased without etching. For AllFightsticks models, you can use the white matte plexi panel as a full replacement for the metal panel.

We currently do not offer etching services for White Gloss or White Matte color.  While it is possible to etch on white acrylic, we believe many customers will not be pleased with the results, since the etch is barely visible.

White acrylic is also semi translucent - about 20% transparent.  You will receive a white cutout that you can place underneath the acrylic.  You can also place a brightly colored artwork underneath for a cool effect.

Etched Text

For those looking to personalize their plexiglass control panel with their name or handle, but not as familiar with graphic design applications like Photoshop, you can add text etchings.  Choose from a variety of fonts, and your position on the control panel.

Text Position

You can place text in one of up to four positions on your control panel. How many positions are available will vary depending on the model of control panel you choose. Of the positions are the following:

Under Turbo/CP (24pt)

Upper Right Corner (36pt)

Lower Left Corner (36pt)

Lower Right Corner (36pt)

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Etch Text Fonts

You can choose from a variety of fonts across seven distinct themes:

COMIC | GRUNGE | HANDWRITTEN | POP CULTURE | CLASSIC/RETRO | SANS | SERIF

Comic

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Grunge

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HANDWRITTEN

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Pop Culture

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Classic/Retro

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Sans

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Serif

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Partial and Full Etch

Etching on plexi provides you an extra layer for personalizing your control panel.  Artwork is etched onto the bottom of clear plexi, or on top of opaque or translucent color plexi.  You have two options to choose. 

Partial Etch (Sample Illustration)

Full Etch (Sample Illustration)

Partial Etch

A partial etch is a graphic up to 5 inches square, placed nearly anywhere on the control panel face.  You can etch a logo, name/handle, or illustration.  Please note that this is not the same as etched text; you will submit the graphic to us for etching.  

To place an order for a partial etch, select the "Partial (5"x5")" option next to the "Full or Partial Etching" label.  We must know where to place your etch graphic on the panel, so be sure to provide placement instructions within the "Additional Instructions" text form, or submit the graphic using our Photoshop template.  If we don't have this, we will put the task on hold, and send a message asking for clarification on where you want the graphic to appear on the panel.

Full Etch

A full etch can occupy the entire area of the control panel.  It can consist of a single illustration, or multiple illustrations placed strategically on the control panel.  To submit your graphic, please use our Photoshop template and click "Choose file" next to "Submit Etch Artwork".

Please note: On some models, a full etch graphic is not available, as the plexi used for that model is thinner than .060" and thus can warp under the heat that is generated from a laser etching machine.

Etch Graphic Resolution

It is recommended that the graphic submitted is high-resolution - between 300dpi or 600dpi (dots per inch).  Anything less may etch with less fidelity.  Click for more information about submitting etch artwork.

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Additional Instructions

If you would like to clarify something regarding your personalization that wasn't covered in the options, you can complete the "Additional Instructions" form.  Please do not make requests for customization outside of the requirements of the plexi, such as fixing your graphic, or creating a logo, as any orders placed in "HOLD" status is pushed to the bottom of the queue until it is changed back to "IN PROGRESS".

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We offer a photoshop template for each custom artwork or custom plexi etch. Click the "Description" tab (or scroll up if on mobile device) to display the template and download. You can also click here to access our repository and download artwork and etch templates (in Photoshop PSD format) for your desired model and others.

Important: Using templates outside of the ones we provide may produce unwanted output.  We are not responsible for output generated from unsupported templates.  More information here.

New to FA Plexworks?

Click the "Options" tab for a detailed explanation of each laser etch and cut options available to you.  Using a mobile device?  Click here to scroll to the descriptions.

Warranty and Support for FA Plexworks Custom Order

Custom orders cannot be returned for refund, or exchanged for another custom order. Orders damaged upon arrival are subject to special terms within our return policy. Please see our FA Plexworks FAQ for more information about our Plexworks return policy and related Q&A.

If you have not used our Plexworks custom services before, we recommend that you visit our support section for updated information, helpful tips, and resources to get the best output.

Some useful sections to review before making your purchase (will open in new browser window or tab):

• Learn about our  Custom Job Tracker to keep tabs on your custom order while staff processes it from start to finish.
• Save time getting answers by visiting our FAQ.
• Learn more about the personalization options available to you.
• Hire a skilled artist from the Fightstick Artists Network to visualize your idea.
• Handling the artwork yourself? Review our requirements and get tips to optimize your laser etch or artwork submission.
• Learn about additional products and services we offer under FA Plexworks.