Laser engraving is a technology that uses a focused laser beam to create permanent marks on a variety of materials. It’s like a high-tech tattoo artist, but instead of ink, it uses a laser to etch or engrave designs, text, or barcodes onto surfaces.
| Feature | Description |
| Definition | A technology that uses a focused laser beam to create permanent marks on various materials by removing a tiny layer of material. |
| Working Principle | <ul><li>Focuses a powerful laser beam onto the material.</li><li>Removes a tiny layer of material, creating an engraved mark.</li></ul> |
| Materials Engraved | Metals, plastics, wood, leather, glass, and more. |
| Benefits | <ul><li>Permanent marks</li><li>High precision</li><li>Versatility</li><li>Speed</li><li>No consumables</li></ul> |
| Applications | <ul><li>Personalization (gifts, jewelry)</li><li>Industrial marking (product numbers, logos)</li><li>Medical device marking</li><li>Automotive industry</li></ul> |
How Does it Work?
- The Laser: The machine uses a powerful laser, often a fiber or CO2 laser, which emits a concentrated beam of light.
- Focusing: The laser beam is focused onto a specific area of the material.
- Engraving: When the focused laser beam hits the material, it removes a tiny layer of material, creating a mark.
What Can it Engrave On?
Laser engraving can mark on a wide range of materials, including:
- Metals: Stainless steel, aluminum, brass, etc.
- Plastics: ABS, PVC, polypropylene, etc.
- Wood:
- Leather:
- Glass:
Why is Laser Engraving Popular?
- Permanent Marks: Laser marks are resistant to wear and tear, chemicals, and extreme temperatures.
- High Precision: The laser beam can create very fine and detailed marks.
- Versatility: Can engrave on a wide range of materials.
- Speed: Laser engraving is a fast process.
- No Consumables: Unlike traditional engraving methods, laser engraving doesn’t require ink or other consumables.
Common Uses:
- Personalization: Engraving names, initials, and special messages on gifts like jewelry, pens, and trophies.
- Industrial Marking: Marking product numbers, serial numbers, barcodes, and logos on manufactured goods.
- Medical Device Marking: Marking medical implants and instruments.
- Automotive Industry: Marking parts and components.
