How Laser Marking Works

Unlock the Precision and Sustainability of Laser Marking Technology

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How Laser Making Works

Laser marking technology uses the thermal energy of infrared light to create a permanent design on a surface. Versatile and highly precise, this method effectively marks most materials, from metal to ceramics, without any consumables or physical contact. This non-contact technique ensures minimal wear on equipment and allows for intricate, durable markings that resist fading over time.

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What is Laser Marking?

This process relies on laser ablation or annealing. Laser ablation involves the controlled removal of material from a surface to engrave a design, whereas annealing occurs when the heat of the laser alters the microstructure, which leads to the color change of a pattern on the surface.

Fiber laser marking optimizes traceability, inventory management, branding, and similar tasks across various industries. Typical applications include direct marking of serial part numbers, barcodes, data matrix codes, logos, date/time, and other designs of varying complexity.

Benefits of Laser Marking

Precision

Precision

Laser marking is a high-precision, non-contact process that creates high-resolution designs.

Automation

Automation

Automated laser marking delivers fast and consistent results, boosts throughput, and lowers labor costs.

Customization

Customization

Laser Photonics offers custom-tailored laser marking systems to best suit the unique needs of its clients.

Versatility

Versatility

Laser marking systems are flexible on input and effectively mark metal, composites, thermoplastics, ceramics, and organic materials.

Sustainability

Sustainability

Laser marking requires no chemicals, cutting bits, waste disposal, or frequent maintenance, helping reduce ecological footprint.

These Are Just Some Of The Benefits Of Laser Cleaning

Laser Marking Solutions For Every Industry

Aerospace

Aerospace

Automotive

Automotive

Battery Manufacturing

Battery Manufacturing

Space

Space

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Safety Advantages

A handheld laser marking machine by Laser Photonics would classify as Class IV according to the safety standards set by the FDA’s Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH). We also provide custom Class I laser marking systems that are fully enclosed and allow for safe observation through viewing windows. We equip these systems with a fume extractor, a vacuum table, and other custom configurations.

Our State of the Art Laser Marking Systems

Laser Photonics designs reliable, effective laser systems to meet your specific application needs. Whether you’re looking for a portable tool to mark in hard-to-reach areas, a CAD-based stationery laser system with a rotary indexer for automated circumferential marking, a fully enclosed laser engraving machine with Z-axis movement, or a high-speed desktop solution for consumer product customization, we’ve got you covered.

In addition to the fiber and CO2 laser solutions in our portfolio, Team LPC builds systems with custom laser configurations best suited to the specific needs of our clients. If you’ve got something in mind that you don’t see in our portfolio, contact us – our team is always eager to carry out custom engineering projects.

Fiber Laser Marking Machine | MarkStar 1010
MarkStar CM-1010

Portable fiber laser marking machine for compact permanent marking. Ideal for marking logos, QR codes, barcodes, compact visuals, serial numbers,…

MarkStar IM-1020
Markstar IM-1020

This laser marking system, the MarkStar Handheld Pro Marking Laser 1020, is suited for larger marking purposes than the standard…

Laser Marking System | MarkStar Pro+ 1030
Markstar IM-1030

The MarkStar Handheld Pro+ Marking Laser 1030 is our most powerful handheld tool for accelerated permanent marking. Delivering 30% more…

MarkStar Handheld CodeX Marking Laser 1040
Markstar CM-1040

Our ultra-compact handheld marking tool, the MarkStar Handheld Code-X Marking Laser 1040, is perfect for professionals operating in confined spaces.…

MarkStar Handheld VIN Marking Laser 1050
Markstar CM-1050

Specially designed for the automotive industry, the MarkStar Handheld VIN Marking Laser 1050 is used by car sales and manufacturing…

If you are interested in learning more about our laser cleaningmarkingcuttingwelding, or engraving systems, please contact our sales department at [email protected].

We Can Help You Modernize Your Business With Laser Marking

At Laser Photonics, we understand the challenges of laser marking. With over four decades of experience, we’ve developed laser marking solutions that address your needs.