Reproduction method for reproducing graphic or photographic original on sheet metal

摘要

The reproduction method uses a scanner for scanning the original to provide image data in which each image pixel is identified by a corresponding brightness value. The spacing between the image pixels can be increased or reduced for altering the image size, before recording a corresponding raster pattern on the sheet metal surface using a machining tool. The pixel points of the reproduced image may be recorded as a series of round holes, using a cutting or stamping tool, with a size which is directly related to the corresponding brightness value.