Choosing Color Laser Engraving Machines
You need the right machine for good color laser engraving. There are many kinds of color laser engraving machines. Each kind works best for certain materials and jobs. The most common machines use fiber, CO2, diode, or UV lasers. You can see the main types in the table below:
| Main Laser Types | Sub-segments / Types |
|---|---|
| Fiber Lasers | Single Mode Fiber Laser, Multi Mode Fiber Laser |
| CO2 Lasers | Sealed CO2 Laser, Excimer Laser |
| Diode Lasers | Direct Diode Laser, Diode Pumped Solid-State Laser (DPSS) |
| UV Lasers | Short-Wave UV Laser, Long-Wave UV Laser |
Some machines are desktop, portable, or hybrid. Power can be less than 30W or more than 100W. Brands like HeatSign, Trotec, and Hans Laser have many options.
If you want bright color marks on stainless steel, pick a MOPA fiber laser machine. MOPA fiber lasers let you change pulse width and frequency. This helps you control color and quality. For example, the 60W MOPA Fiber Laser Marker HS-FL60M from HeatSign is a great choice. It helps you make colorful marks on metals and plastics. MOPA fiber lasers are good for logos, serial numbers, and art.
CO2 lasers work best on wood, glass, and leather. UV lasers are good for plastics and thin films. Diode lasers save energy and give precise color marking.
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