Laser Marking Machine

For many metal applications, the same fiber laser machine can perform both marking and engraving. Marking can create a contrasting surface mark, while engraving removes material to produce a recessed design. A laser marking and engraving machine should therefore be selected according to your material, required depth, desired finish and production volume.

Yes. A fiber laser machine is one of the most suitable options for marking and engraving many metal surfaces. It is commonly used for stainless steel, aluminium, brass, copper, anodized aluminium, tools, tags, name plates, jewellery and industrial parts. A suitable fiber laser can also be used as a jewellery laser engraving machine—or “jewelry laser engraving machine” in US spelling—for names, logos, patterns and fine details on selected items.

Yes. A suitable fiber laser marking machine can function as a stainless steel engraving machine for text, logos, serial numbers, QR codes, barcodes and decorative designs. For businesses comparing an engraver for stainless steel or an SS engraving machine, the appropriate solution is normally a stainless steel laser marking machine or stainless steel laser engraving machine configured for the required application. For deep metal engraving machine applications, the laser power, marking area, required depth, number of passes and production speed must also be evaluated.

Yes. Fiber laser marking machines are commonly used for aluminium and anodized aluminium marking. They can be used for name plates, product labels, machine tags, industrial parts and branded items. The final result depends on the aluminium type, surface treatment and required contrast.

Yes. Many fiber laser machines can mark brass, copper and similar metals. However, correct settings and material testing are important because reflective materials can behave differently depending on their composition and surface finish.

Some laser marking machines can mark selected plastics. The result depends on the plastic type, colour, additives and laser source. For sensitive plastics or specialised applications, a UV laser may be more suitable than a standard fiber laser.

Yes. Suitable laser marking machines can mark selected ABS and two-tone label materials. This is useful for electrical labels, panel tags, equipment labels and industrial name plates. Testing is recommended to confirm the required contrast and finish.

Some fiber laser marking machines can also cut selected thin metals with a suitable machine configuration and processing settings. The achievable thickness, edge quality and cutting time depend on the material and must be confirmed through sample testing. That being said, a 50W or 100W Fiber laser can cut metals from 0.5mm to 1mm thick. For thicker sheets, larger parts or regular sheet-metal production, a dedicated high-power fiber laser cutting machine is generally more suitable.

A fiber laser engraver is not the right choice for cutting wood or acrylic. If your main work involves acrylic, MDF, plywood, leather, rubber or signage sheets, a CO2 laser engraving or cutting machine will usually be more suitable.

A CO2 laser is commonly used for non-metal materials such as acrylic, wood, leather, rubber, glass and paper. A fiber laser is commonly used for metal marking, tool marking, serial numbers, QR codes, name plates and industrial part identification.

A MOPA fiber laser provides greater control over laser pulse settings than a standard fiber laser. It can be useful for selected high-quality marking applications, anodized aluminium, fine-detail engraving, selected colour effects on stainless steel and marking certain plastics. The final result depends on the material, surface finish and machine settings.