Laser Marking Applications
LASER SOLUTIONS FOR PART IDENTIFICATION AND TRACEABILITY
Laser marking can quickly create permanent and highly legible marks in a variety of different ways. These methods include annealing, etching, engraving, carbonization, and foaming, each of which can provide an ideal solution for different industrial and commercial applications.
The versatility and durability of these different laser marks ensure that critical information, such as serial numbers, barcodes, and QR codes, remain legible over time, aiding in inventory management, part tracking, and quality control. Additionaly, these marks can be efficiently made on a wide variety of part sizes and shapes, increasing productivity and reducing operational costs.
DIFFERENT TYPES OF LASER MARKS
Not all laser marks are the same. The right one for your application will depend on a variety of factors, such as the material you are marking and how deep of a mark you need.
- Annealing involves heating the material to create oxidation on the surface, producing a contrasting mark without removing material.
- Etching is an extremely shallow mark usually only removes the top layer or coating of a material.
- Engraving removes material to create deep, durable marks.
- Carbonization and foaming are specific to laser marking plastics. Carbonization creates a contrast mark while foaming creates a raised mark.
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WHAT IS LASER MARKING? HOW DOES LASER MARKING WORK?
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At GT SCHMIDT, we design, build, and implement marking solutions that help manufacturers leave a lasting mark on their products, their companies, and their industries.
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