Branding irons are engraved into bronze or brass and attached to either an electric heating element, a propane heated brander, or to an insulated handle to be heated with a propane torch or other external heat source.

Branding irons from 1/4" square to 105 square inches have been produced using heating elements ranging from  100 to 4000 watts.

 Heat control units are recommended for best image reproduction and long heating element life.

Artwork and lettering should be adequately spaced as the brand tends to burn sideways as well as down.