Compact Laser Systems for Precise Plastic Marking

A new series of laser marking systems from FOBA Laser Marking is said to be a ‘future-oriented’ solution for efficient and sustainable marking of plastic products. Based on the company’s long-term experience with the proven UV and green laser systems, the optimized V-Series (vanadate laser) provides more power, increased precision and a smaller size than comparable systems. These laser markers are said to be particularly suitable for marking plastics and composites with sharp and permanent results in the electronics and automotive industries as well as for the gentle marking of sensitive medical plastics.

With the 4-W UV and green 10-W marking lasers, the V-Series offers higher performance and precision than its predecessor, but in a much more compact design. This enables integration into existing production lines and more versatility in the design of production environments. Moreover, the V-Series is said to offer flexibility when marking a range of materials with reliable legibility. The 355 nanometer and 532 nanometer wavelengths enable them to cover most plastics applications while offering the possibility of easy integration into existing production lines as well as into the FOBA M-Series machines, according to Philipp Febel, FOBA’s director of product strategy and customer experience. 

Compared to conventional marking technologies, such as continuous inkjet CIJ or pad printing, the V-Series requires hardly any consumables. This makes it a sustainable solution which minimizes waste and operating costs, and can reduce the environmental footprint.