Laser marking offers many advantages over other marking techniques. A good laser marking requires careful considerations regarding the type of laser used, the properties of the material. In the following table we illustrate the advantages of laser marking:
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Permanent mark
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Highly accurate and repeatable. The laser beam placement is highly repeatable, within +/- 0,001" |
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High density
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Non-contact process (does not alter or damage materials) |
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Well-defined images, even at small sizes. Even 0,020" high characters are possible |
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Laser causes either a thermal-chemical or photo-chemical reaction direct with the material; typically does not need pre- or post- processing |
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Environmentally friendly
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Indelible or scratch-resistant marks
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Can mark recessed areas easily
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After marking, the product can be packaged for shipment
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Precise placement of images even on irregular or curved surfaces
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Ultimate in flexibility - any style code - 2D matrix, bar codes, text, graphics, photos |
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