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Laser marking & engraving insights

50 practical guides to choosing a process, specifying a mark and preparing parts for production.

Materials

Acrylic and Engraving Laminates: Industrial Uses and Limits

Acrylic and purpose-made engraving laminates are used for signs, labels and panels. Select the material for the product’s environment as well as its appearance.

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Materials

Unknown Materials: What to Do Before Requesting Laser Processing

If the material or coating is unknown, identify it before planning laser processing. Guessing from a photograph can produce an unsuitable process proposal.

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Equipment

Fiber Lasers for Metal Marking: What the Equipment Name Tells You

Fiber laser is a source category, not a complete description of a marking service. Buyers still need to define the part, mark and acceptance requirements.

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Equipment

CO2 Lasers: Common Uses and Questions for Manufacturers

CO2 laser systems are used for a different range of applications from many metal-marking systems. The material and task must be matched to the actual machine.

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Equipment

UV Laser Marking: Why Wavelength Is Only Part of the Decision

UV laser markers are often discussed for fine identification and selected sensitive materials. Suitability still requires a sample and a clear acceptance plan.

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Equipment

What a Galvo Scan Head Does in Laser Marking

A galvo scan head steers the laser beam across a marking field. It is one component in a system that also needs positioning, control and workholding.

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