Laser Engraving On Plastic Parts

D 5000 laser marking on automotive plastic part.

Laser engraving on plastic parts. Thanks to the pulse duration control this laser ensures maximum performance in the most difficult applications. Acetals and high temperature materials are not suitable for laser engraving. The quality of finish and accuracy of laser cutting is unequaled allowing abs to be used for parts in automotive architectural models pipes and fittings. Lead time typically adds four plus business days to your parts order and nine plus business days to your mold order.

The laser choice will depend on the application requirements. The co2laser is more often used for etching or engraving on the plastic. You are looking for a high quality plastic mark. The most common processes of laser marking on plastic are carbonization color change foaming and engraving.

Foaming is also known as color change technique. The product surface is colored photochemically. Laser etching is conducted by melting the plastic surface on the areas marked for engraving which then expands and creates a raised marking on the plastic surface. In most cases we recommend using a mopa laser meaning with variable pulse.

This technique utilizes the controlled burning of the plastic surface. Lasers aren t just used to create consistent and legible marks on parts made using abs but they are also instrumental in creating precision cut parts out of abs plastic sheets. Laser engraving is another option for part marking. Laser marking on plastic can be obtained with either a co2or a fiber laser source.

The marking process produces such little heat that sensitive products and delicate materials remain largely unharmed. Laser engraving which is applied to the mold or directly onto the parts is frequently used for information such as logos serialization or part numbers. The surface of materials marked in such a manner remains smooth making it impossible for germs to take root. The process of laser etching is similar to engraving or rather a part of it.

Additionally laser engraving can improve the aesthetic appearance of finished products. By using ytterbium fiber laser 1062 nm technology the laser quickly creates a permanent mark on your plastic part by reacting with the chemicals in the plastic to create a colored mark on the plastic whether it is black white orange or many other colors of plastic. Laser engraving ensures crisp consistent information on each part.