Metal Marking: Using a Laser Engraver to Mark Metal Parts and Tools

Epilog's Metal Marking Laser System: The FiberMark

Metal marking of permanent logos on tools and parts is required on many of your products. Whether you are engraving stainless steel with a barcode, carbide with a serial number, or anodized aluminum with a logo, fiber lasers like Epilog's FiberMark are becoming the marking method of choice for industrial marking applications.

As government regulations become more strict about disposal of traditional marking materials like ink and acid etching chemicals, companies are looking for ways to make their product marking easier and more environmentally friendly.

The fiber laser technology is remarkably low cost, which means you'll be paying about 30% less than the cost of a traditional YAG laser, and still receive a fast, high definition mark that is easier to achieve than any other metal marking laser available.

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Is the FiberMark Metal Marking Laser right for your application?

	You want to create high-definition etchings.
	You want to use software you are already using.
	You need a metal marker to create multiple types of marks.
	You need to etch custom logos and barcodes.
	You need to engrave small, intricate fonts.

	You need a system capable of easy training.
	You need to create multiple types of barcodes.
	You are currently outsourcing your metal marking.
	You need a system capable of metal marking large tools.
	You can engrave multiple parts at once with a jig.



	You want to create high-definition etchings. By metal marking with the laser you engrave images up to 1200 dpi, the highest quality marks available in the industry.
	You want to use software you are already using. The open architecture design of the FiberMark laser system allows the laser system to connect to a PC through an Ethernet or USB port just like a paper printer. You can operate the laser from almost any Windows-based software, including AutoCAD, Bartender, Adobe and CorelDRAW.
	You need a metal marking laser that can create multiple types of marks. Mirrored? Polished? Annealed? Etched? With the FiberMark, you can create each of these marks by simply adjusting the focus and frequency settings in the Laser Dashboard.
	You need to etch custom logos and barcodes. If your application requires you to etch logos that are custom on parts, the FiberMark may be the choice for you. Custom logos can be etched in a few seconds, making it an incredibly versatile way to engrave your custom items.
	You need to engrave small, intricate fonts. Etch fonts down to 2.5 pt. in size with the FiberMark - you'll need a microscope to read it, but it's possible to engrave!
	You need a system capable of easy training. With our open-architecture software design, we've allowed the laser to work with most of the programs you are already using. There is no need to learn new software - you can use the programs your employees are already using. There is no need for expensive training and retraining of employees on proprietary software.
	You need to create multiple types of barcodes. Engrave any type of barcode (or logo, serial number, text, or even photo) with the FiberMark. By using an easy printer interface, you can engrave anything you can print to paper.
	You are currently outsourcing your metal marking. Bring your expensive metal marking in-house and save time and money. You won't be at the mercy of a service provider - you can engrave your tools when you want and how you want. You'll be able to cut costs, and you'll find new projects for the laser that can add value to the products that you sell.
	You need a system capable of metal marking large tools. The FiberMark Laser uses a revolutionary flying-optic beam delivery system that allows the laser to produce a consistent beam over a large table area. What does this mean for you? You can etch metal tools that are up to 24" x 12" x 5" in size. The flying-optic design is a state-of-the-art X/Y mechanical design borne from Epilog's years of manufacturing experience in CO2 laser marking and cutting systems.
	You can engrave multiple parts at once with a jig. Create a simple jig to place your pieces to engrave inside the laser. Using the EZLoad Access door, you can place an entire jig of parts in the laser and start engraving. There is no need for a dedicated operator to replace each piece as it is engraved. Set the machine to start engraving and walk away, returning when the laser is complete.

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Test Your Materials Do you have a material you would like to test? Send it to our Applications Lab to see if the FiberMark is right for you.	Just Rewards Case Study Learn how adding a FiberMark expanded this company into laser marking manufacturing parts.	Advanced Software for FiberMark Bob Henry discusses how the FiberMark's' open architecture software makes parts marking easier for any manufacturer.


Blue Ribbon Trophy & LaserWerks A laser shop combines CO2 and Fiber lasers to create a successful business model.	Applications for Etching, Polishing and Annealing Learn about creating these three different marks with the FiberMark Laser.	Machinery Leasing Information Download a whitepaper on the benefits of leasing equipment for your business.