Laser Marking Machines for Permanent Industrial Identification
Create permanent, high-contrast marks on metal, plastic, glass, wood, acrylic, packaging, PCBs, tools and precision parts. Arcus CNC supplies fiber, CO2, UV and MOPA laser marking machines for traceability, branding, serial numbers, QR codes, barcodes and deep engraving.
- Fiber markers for metals and engineering plastics
- CO2 engravers for wood, acrylic, leather and glass
- UV cold marking for PCBs, packaging and sensitive plastics
Choose the right laser marking machine by material and marking result
Fiber Laser Marking Machine
Best for steel, stainless steel, aluminum, copper, brass, titanium, gold, silver and many engineering plastics. Ideal for serial numbers, part IDs, logos, barcodes, QR codes and deep engraving.
- 20W, 30W, 50W and 100W configurations
- Up to 8,000 mm/s galvo scanning
- Annealing, ablation and deep engraving
- Open-frame or enclosed Class 1 options
CO2 Laser Marking & Engraving
Best for wood, MDF, acrylic, glass, ceramics, leather, rubber, fabric, cardboard and packaging. Available as galvo marking systems or larger flatbed engraving machines.
- 10W RF CO2 galvo to 150W flatbed systems
- Clean engraving, frosting and carbonisation
- Packaging codes, signs, gifts and awards
- Rotary options for cylinders and tumblers
UV Laser Marking Machine
Best for PCBs, transparent plastics, medical packaging, flexible circuits, PET, PMMA and optical components. UV marking uses cold-process 355nm energy to reduce thermal damage.
- 3W, 5W, 10W and 15W systems
- 0.01mm spot and fine line detail
- Cold photochemical marking
- High contrast on sensitive plastics and glass
Fiber Laser Marking Machines for metals, alloys and engineering plastics
Fiber laser markers use a 1,064nm ytterbium fiber laser source and high-speed galvo mirrors to move the beam across the marking field without moving the workpiece.
Standard Fiber Laser Marker
Fiber lasers are strongly absorbed by most metals. On stainless steel, carbon steel, aluminum, brass, copper, titanium and coated metals, they can create black annealed marks, high-contrast ablation marks or deeper engraved marks for harsh industrial environments.
- 20W for general serial numbers and barcode marking
- 30W for daily production marking and logos
- 50W for faster cycle time and deeper engraving
- 100W for mold numbers, die stamps and heavy-duty permanent marking
MOPA Color Marking on Stainless Steel
A MOPA fiber laser provides independent pulse width and frequency control. This allows controlled oxide-layer formation on stainless steel and titanium, creating permanent color marks such as black, gold, blue, violet, green and red without ink or dyes.
- Premium stainless steel branding
- Medical device color-coding
- Anodized aluminum marking
- Decorative marks on luxury metal parts
| Model | Power | Wavelength | Marking Area | Speed | Typical Applications | Price Guide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARC-FM-20 | 20W | 1,064nm | 110×110mm | Up to 8,000mm/s | Serial numbers, barcodes and QR codes on standard metals | From $3,200 |
| ARC-FM-30 | 30W | 1,064nm | 150×150mm | Up to 8,000mm/s | Part marking, logo engraving and traceability codes | From $3,600 |
| ARC-FM-50 | 50W | 1,064nm | 200×200mm | Up to 8,000mm/s | High-speed production marking and deep engraving | From $4,800 |
| ARC-FM-100 | 100W | 1,064nm | 300×300mm | Up to 8,000mm/s | Deep mold marking and production line engraving | From $7,200 |
| ARC-FM-MOPA | 20W– 60W | 1,064nm | 110×110mm– 200×200mm | Up to 8,000mm/s | Color marking on stainless steel, anodized aluminum and plastics | From $4,800 |
Non-metal engraving and cold-process precision marking
CO2 and UV laser marking machines expand material coverage beyond metal, allowing Arcus CNC to support packaging, glass, wood, acrylic, PCB and medical applications.
CO2 Laser Marking & Engraving Machines
A CO2 laser operates at 10,600nm and is strongly absorbed by organic and non-metallic materials. It creates carbonised marks on wood and leather, frosted marks on glass, smooth white engraving on acrylic and high-speed production codes on packaging materials.
- Wood, MDF, bamboo and cutting boards
- Acrylic signs, display panels and awards
- Glassware, ceramics, leather and rubber
- Cardboard, fabric and coated surfaces
UV Laser Marking Machines
A UV laser uses 355nm ultraviolet energy to break chemical bonds with minimal heat transfer. It is the preferred solution for materials that can deform, yellow, crack or delaminate under infrared laser energy.
- PCB serial numbers and revision codes
- Transparent plastics and medical packaging
- Flexible circuits and PET films
- Optical glass and high-value electronics
| Technology | Model Range | Power | Work / Marking Area | Best Materials | Typical Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CO2 Galvo | ARC-CM-10G / 30G | 10W–30W | 100×100mm– 200×200mm | Cardboard, PET, rubber, wood, acrylic, leather | High-speed coding and desktop engraving |
| CO2 Flatbed | ARC-CM-60 / 100 / 150 | 60W–150W | 600×900mm– 1300×900mm | Wood, acrylic, leather, fabric, rubber, glass | Larger format engraving and cut-and-mark work |
| UV Laser | ARC-UV-3 / 5 / 10 / 15 | 3W–15W | 50×50mm– 200×200mm | PCB, plastics, medical packaging, glass | Cold marking for sensitive substrates |
Laser marking, engraving and etching — what is the difference?
The right marking process depends on whether you need a surface color change, a coating removal mark, a tactile engraved cavity or full-color marking on stainless steel.
Annealing
Surface marking without material removal. Best for stainless steel, titanium, medical parts and aerospace fasteners where corrosion resistance and a smooth surface are important.
Ablation
Removes a thin surface layer to create contrast. Best for coated metals, anodized aluminum, wood, acrylic, leather, barcodes, QR codes and logos.
Deep Engraving
Uses multiple passes to remove material to a controlled depth. Best for mold marks, die stamps, certification marks and parts exposed to wear.
MOPA Color
Creates controlled oxide layers on stainless steel or titanium for structural colors without ink, coating or post-processing.
Foaming
Forms a raised, light-colored mark on dark plastics such as ABS and PC. Common in automotive and electronics traceability.
CO2 Engraving
Creates carbonised, frosted or ablated marks on wood, acrylic, leather, glass, cardboard and organic materials.
What can a laser marking machine mark?
Use this quick guide to match material, laser type and typical application before requesting a marking test.
Stainless Steel
Fiber / MOPA — annealing, ablation and color marking
Carbon Steel
Fiber — part numbers, heat stamps and tool marking
Aluminum
Fiber — aerospace, electronics and automotive ID
Anodized Aluminum
Fiber — coating removal for panels and enclosures
Copper & Brass
Fiber 50W+ / MOPA — connectors, valves and hardware
Titanium
Fiber / MOPA — medical implants and aerospace parts
ABS / PC Plastic
Fiber — foaming marks on dark plastic parts
Clear Plastics
UV — packaging, cosmetics and medical products
PCB / FR4
UV — serial numbers, barcodes and revision codes
Wood / Bamboo
CO2 — gifts, awards, furniture and decor
Acrylic / PMMA
CO2 — signs, displays, awards and lighting panels
Glass / Ceramics
CO2 or UV — glassware, tiles and industrial marking
Industrial laser marking for QR codes, barcodes and data matrix codes
Permanent laser-marked codes connect each physical part to its production record, helping manufacturers manage quality control, recalls, warranty tracking and compliance.
Why manufacturers use laser marking
- Permanent marks that survive cleaning, degreasing, painting and handling
- Machine-readable 1D barcodes, 2D data matrix codes and QR codes
- Fast cycle times for inline production marking
- No ink, labels or per-part consumables
- Suitable for automotive, medical, aerospace and electronics traceability
Integration options
- Inline galvo marking station for conveyor lines
- Rotary indexing cell for small parts and batch loading
- Robot-integrated marking for complex 3D surfaces
- Vision system positioning for automatic part location
- MES / ERP connectivity for unique serial number marking
How to choose the right laser marking machine
For most buyers, the correct system is decided by five practical questions: material, power, field size, marking result and safety enclosure.
Material type
Choose fiber for metals and engineering plastics, CO2 for organic non-metals, UV for heat-sensitive substrates, and MOPA for stainless steel color marking.
Power level
20W–30W fiber is cost-effective for surface marking. 50W improves cycle time. 100W supports faster deep engraving and heavy-duty permanent marks.
Marking area
Common field sizes include 110×110mm, 200×200mm and 300×300mm. Larger parts may require XY motion or a custom fixture.
Marking result
Choose surface marking for serial numbers, deep engraving for durable recessed marks, and MOPA for color marks on stainless steel or titanium.
Safety enclosure
Open systems require laser safety controls. Enclosed Class 1 systems are better for workshop deployment and operator-friendly production environments.
Industries using Arcus CNC laser marking machines
Laser marking is used anywhere a permanent, readable and production-ready mark is required.
Automotive & EV
Engine parts, brake components, steering parts, EV battery modules and safety-critical parts marked with permanent traceability codes.
Medical Devices
UDI codes, surgical instruments, implants, stainless steel tools and medical packaging marked for clean, durable identification.
Aerospace
Fasteners, machined components and certified parts requiring permanent marks that remain readable through the service lifecycle.
Jewellery & Luxury
Inside-ring engraving, hallmarking, brand logos, precious metal marks and MOPA color marking on premium metal products.
Electronics & PCB
UV laser marking for PCB serial numbers, revision codes, QR codes and traceability without heat damage.
Gift & Personalisation
CO2 engraving for wood gifts, tumblers, awards, leather goods, acrylic signs and personalized products.
Request Sample Marking
Mark your first part with Arcus CNC
Send us your material, required mark size, code type, production speed and photos of your parts. Our team will recommend the correct laser marking machine and provide a configuration for your application.