Industrial Laser Marking & Engraving Machines
Choose fiber laser systems for metal marking and engraving, UV systems for fine low-heat marks on plastics and glass, and CO₂ systems for wood, paper, leather, acrylic and other non-metals. HT Marker supplies desktop, enclosed, portable and production-ready configurations.
Compare Fiber, UV and CO2
Choose the laser source from the material and required result. Fiber is the primary choice for metal marking, UV for fine low-heat marking, and CO₂ for organic and non-metal materials.
| Compare | Fiber 1064nm | UV 355nm | CO2 10.6μm |
|---|---|---|---|
| Start here for | Steel, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, copper, titanium, jewelry and metal tags | Fine codes and high-contrast marks on plastics, glass, coated parts, electronics and other heat-sensitive components | Wood, paper, cardboard, leather, acrylic, rubber, glass surfaces and coated materials |
| Typical goal | IDs, logos, engraving | Small codes, controlled thermal effects | Branding and surface marking |
| Confirm first | Alloy, depth, cycle time; MOPA if relevant | Resin, additives, contrast, cooling | Composition, coating, extraction |
| Representative rated output | 20W–60W listed models; 100W+ custom systems available | 5W and 10W reference models | 40W HS-CL40 reference |
| Standard field reference | 110 × 110 mm; lens options vary by model | 110 × 110 mm on HS-UV05 / HS-UV10 | 110 × 110 mm; options up to 300 × 300 mm |
| Model speed reference | HS-FL30 ≤7,000 mm/s; 60W MOPA ≤8,000 mm/s | HS-UV05 up to 7,500 mm/s; HS-UV10 up to 8,000 mm/s | HS-CL40 ≤9,000 mm/s |
| Depth / detail reference | HS-FL30 up to 0.2 mm depth; 0.01 mm line, material-dependent | HS-UV10: 0.01 mm line and 0.2 mm character reference; intended for fine marks, not deep removal | HS-CL40 up to 0.2 mm depth; 0.1 mm line, material-dependent |
| Laser-source life reference | 50,000 hours for the listed HS-FL30 generator | Confirm the supplied UV source and warranty by model | >20,000 hours for the listed HS-CL40 generator |
| Explore | Fiber machines → | UV machines → | CO2 machines → |
The numeric rows are representative product references, not universal limits for every configuration. Final settings and results depend on the exact material, surface condition, optics and selected machine configuration. Do not laser-process PVC or unknown halogen-containing materials. Marking equipment is not automatically a sheet-cutting system.
Explore Selected Laser Marking Machines
Compare representative fiber, UV and CO2 configurations. Open a model for specifications, or ask us to help you choose.
Four Details to Confirm Before You Buy
Start with your part and desired result, not wattage alone. These details help us recommend a suitable configuration.
01 · Material & finish
Tell us the exact alloy or plastic, coating and desired contrast or depth.
02 · Part & artwork
Share part dimensions, marking area and whether a rotary fixture is needed.
03 · Daily workflow
Estimate pieces per day and include loading, positioning and inspection time.
04 · Installation
Confirm enclosure, extraction, power supply, software and delivery destination.
Agree the finished-part acceptance check. Specify contrast or depth, artwork dimensions, material grade and surface finish, the complete production cycle and any later coating or cleaning. For a code, test it with the intended reader. For glass, specify surface marking or an image inside the crystal; these require different configurations. Send your requirements for a configuration recommendation →
See a Laser Engraving Workflow
See a desktop fiber laser marking machine in action. This example shows one configuration; UV and CO2 systems serve different materials and marking goals.
Laser Marking FAQs
What is the difference between Fiber and CO2 lasers?
Fiber lasers are the primary choice for direct marking and engraving on metals. CO₂ lasers are the primary choice for organic and many non-metal materials, including wood, paper, leather and acrylic.
Coated metals may also be marked with CO₂ by removing or changing the coating; direct bare-metal work normally requires a fiber laser.
Can a laser marker produce color?
Some MOPA fiber configurations can produce colour effects on suitable stainless steel and titanium under controlled settings. Results depend on the alloy, surface finish and process parameters.
Confirm the desired colour and repeatability for your application; do not assume every fiber machine produces the same result.
What is "Cold Marking" (UV Laser)?
UV lasers are used for fine, high-contrast marks on plastics, glass, coated parts and heat-sensitive components. Their lower heat input helps control melting, burning and distortion compared with many fiber or CO₂ processes.
“Cold marking” describes reduced thermal effects—not zero heat. Resin grade, additives, colour and required finish determine the production settings.
What is the difference between a Galvo laser and a Gantry laser?
A galvo system steers the beam with mirrors within a defined marking field. A gantry system moves a head or workpiece across a larger area. Choose by work area, process and production workflow rather than a speed headline alone. A marking machine should not be assumed to replace a sheet-cutting system.
Calculate the complete cycle before choosing a configuration. For example, a target of 300 parts/hour with 85% of the hour available for production allows 3,600 × 0.85 ÷ 300 = 10.2 seconds per part. If loading, positioning and inspection take 6 seconds, about 4.2 seconds remain for marking. This is a planning example, not a measured machine output. Confirm the artwork, fill spacing, passes and actual handling cycle on the proposed setup.
How deep can these machines engrave?
Published model references: the HS-FL30 fiber marker and HS-CL40 CO₂ marker each list engraving depth up to 0.2 mm under suitable conditions. UV machines on this category are selected for fine surface marks rather than deep material removal.
These are not universal category limits. Material, lens and field size, pulse settings, number of passes and acceptable cycle time determine the depth. For deeper metal engraving, specify the alloy, target depth and production volume so a 60W or custom 100W+ fiber configuration can be assessed.
What is the lifespan of a Fiber Laser? Does it need consumables?
The listed HS-FL30 uses a fiber source with a 50,000-hour theoretical service-life reference. That figure applies to the laser source, not every component, and it is not the warranty or guaranteed uptime.
Fiber marking uses no ink, needles or chemical marking media. Normal operating items can include protective windows or lenses if contaminated or damaged, fume-extraction filters, and model-specific cooling or ventilation maintenance. Confirm the supplied source model and warranty in the quotation.
Is the software difficult to learn? What files can I import?
For routine artwork and serials, the supplied laser controller is intended to make the job straightforward. HT Marker fiber models use Windows-based EZCAD 2 or EZCAD 3 according to controller configuration; common jobs include text, serial numbers, logos and QR/Data Matrix codes. CO₂ and UV packages must be checked by the exact controller supplied. If you need a specific vector/bitmap format, spreadsheet-driven serials, a scanner, PLC or database link, send one sample file and your workflow before ordering so the compatible controller, license and training scope can be quoted.
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