What is the difference between different types of laser marking machines?
Different types of laser marking machines utilize various laser technologies, each with its own characteristics and applications. Here are some common types of laser marking machines and their differences:
1.CO2 Laser Marking Machines: CO2 lasers use a gas mixture, typically carbon dioxide, as the active medium. They emit infrared light (wavelength around 10.6 µm) and are suitable for marking non-metallic materials like wood, glass, plastics, rubber, and some coated metals. CO2 lasers offer high precision and good engraving capabilities but are generally slower compared to other laser types.
2.Fiber Laser Marking Machines: Fiber lasers use optical fibers as the laser medium, typically doped with rare-earth elements like erbium, ytterbium, or neodymium. They emit laser light in the near-infrared range (around 1 µm) and are highly suited for marking metals and a wide range of materials. Fiber lasers provide excellent marking speed, high resolution, and high contrast, making them popular for industrial applications.
3.Nd:YAG Laser Marking Machines: Nd:YAG (neodymium-doped yttrium aluminum garnet) lasers use a crystal as the laser medium. They emit infrared light (around 1.064 µm) and are known for their versatility and durability. Nd:YAG lasers can mark metals, plastics, ceramics, and other materials. They are commonly used in industries such as automotive, electronics, and medical devices.
4.UV Laser Marking Machines: UV (ultraviolet) lasers emit short-wavelength light (around 355 nm) and are suitable for marking highly sensitive materials, such as certain plastics, semiconductors, and medical devices. UV lasers offer precise and high-resolution marking, and they are commonly used in applications that require fine details, such as microelectronics and micro-machining.
5.Green Laser Marking Machines: Green lasers operate in the green visible spectrum (around 532 nm) and are often used for marking materials like glass, ceramics, and plastics. Green lasers can provide high precision and good visibility, making them suitable for applications that require clear, readable markings.
Each type of laser marking machine has its advantages and limitations, depending on the materials to be marked, the required marking speed, the desired level of detail, and other specific application requirements. It's important to consider these factors and choose the appropriate laser marking machine based on the intended use and the characteristics of the laser technology.
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1,Foto
2,Technical Parameters
| Model |
ITE80CG |
ITE100CG |
ITE120CG |
ITE150CG |
| Laser Power |
80W
Glass Tube |
100W
Glass Tube |
120W
Glass Tube |
150W
Glass Tube |
| Cooling Method |
Water Cooling |
| Standard Working Area |
300*300mm/400*400mm/500*500mm |
| Marking content |
Text, number, barcode, two-dimensional code, symbol, picture, date |
| File format |
BMP/DXF/PLT/JPG/GIF/TGA/AI/PNG/TIF/DST etc. |
| Marking Depth |
0.01-0.5mm |
| Marking Speed |
12000mm/Second |
| Repeated Accuracy |
±0.01mm |
| Laser Wavelength |
1064um |
| Minimum Line Width |
0.015mm |
| Sisteme soporte |
Win8/win10/win XP/win7/vista |
3, Advanteges
1)Special glass laser tube of the marking machine, thin light spots, clear and delicate labeling effect;
2)Imported scanning mirror from United States;
3)Japanese servo vibration mirror motor;
4)Profesional water -cooling machine CW series.
4,Materials applies for ITELASER' co2 laser marking machine
Our CO2 laser marking machine is commonly used for marking or engraving a wide range of materials, including:
1)Non-metallic Materials: are particularly well-suited for marking non-metallic materials. Some examples include:
·Wood: can engrave detailed designs, patterns, or text on various types of wood.
·Acrylic: can create precise markings on acrylic sheets for signage, displays, or decorative purposes.
·Plastics: it can mark plastics such as PVC, ABS, polycarbonate, and more.
·Rubber: be used to mark logos or serial numbers on rubber products.
·Paper and Cardboard: can cut intricate designs or mark text on paper and cardboard materials.
2)Coated Metals: While CO2 lasers are not typically used for direct marking on bare metals, they can mark coated metals that have a specialized coating applied. The laser interacts with the coating rather than the metal itself. Some examples include:
·Anodized Aluminum: CO2 lasers can create high-contrast markings on anodized aluminum surfaces.
·Powder-Coated Metals: CO2 lasers can mark on powder-coated metal surfaces without damaging the underlying material.
5,Sample
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