Speedy series: laser engraving and cutting machines for formats up to 40 x 24 inches
⚫ Engrave | ⚫ Cut | ⚫ Mark |
Laser type: | CO₂, Flexx or Fiber laser |
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Work area: | 24.0 x 12.0 up to 40.0 x 24.0 inch |
Max. workpiece height: | 4.9 - 12.0 inch |
Laser power: | 20 - 120 watts |
SP series: CO2 laser cutter for large-format materials.
⚫ Engrave | ⚫ Cut | ⎯ Mark |
Laser type: | CO₂ laser |
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Work area: | 49.0 x 28.0 up to 128.0 x 126.4 inch |
Max. workpiece height: | 2.0 - 4.4 inch |
Laser power: | 40 - 400 watts |
Marking laser stations with galvo marking heads. Marking area up to 44.1 x 25.0 inch.
⚫ Engrave | ⎯ Cut | ⚫ Mark |
Laser type: | CO₂ or Fiber laser |
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Max. work area: | 7.5 x 7.5 up to 51.2 x 17.7 inch |
Max. workpiece height: | 9.8 - 30.1 inch |
Laser power: | 20 - 100 watts / 20 + 100 watts MOPA |
For advertising signs, door signs, information signs, dataplates, nameplates
Laminate sheets are ideal for both exterior and interior applications, which makes them especially popular for laser engraving. Offered in a variety of colors and effects, they are commonly used for applications such as labels, signage, control panels, dataplates, door signs and more.
Laminates are composed of a core layer of modified acrylic, often offered as a 2-ply or 3-ply plastic that has been coated with a thin top layer. Laminate sheets may be comprised of flexible laminates or rigid laminates. When laser engraving laminates, the color of the core material is revealed which creates a two-tone appearance.
The laser beam is a universal tool for material processing, so unlike conventional systems like drills and mill cutters, there is no need for unnecessary tool or grinding costs. Some mechanical processes require materials to often be fixed with a vacuum or even clamped in place, but with laser technology, this extra step is eliminated saving consumers both time and money.
Check out this video to see how TroLase can be used for signage, dataplates...
Engraving laminates with a laser machine allows businesses to create products with long-lasting engravings and markings. Capable of processing materials of even the most unique shapes and sizes, laser processed markings make your final products both interesting and superior in quality.
"The flexibility of the laser to cut and etch many different types of materials means that I rarely have to turn away business. It is such a versatile tool. We saw over and over again how happy people were with the speed, size and reliability that the Trotec offered over other products. It was an easy decision and we have not looked back.."- Greg Watson, - Cut Out Laser (Allen, TX) -
Depending on the laminate being processed, some are best suited for laser engraving while others for use with milling machines, and only laminates manufactured for laser use should be laser engraved. Trotec offers a wide and expansive portfolio of high-quality engravable materials, designed specifically for laser engraving, marking, and cutting. Learn more.
Using a vacuum table is recommended while laser engraving laminates, as it secures the material to the table while processing. Typically, laminate sheets with a thinner topcoat can be ablated faster.
To avoid unnecessary post-processing, laminates should be laser engraved from the bottom up to ensure that any dust produced is extracted upwards, and there is no discoloration to the top layer. In JobControl® under “Plate" → “Set plate," the laser can be positioned as desired and the edge where the laser begins engraving can be specified.
Slight grooves are occasionally produced during the engraving process, and by using a Z-offset of 0.5 to 2 mm, such imperfections can be avoided allowing you to achieve clean and smooth results.
When processing laminates, there is the opportunity for cutting soils to remain on the top layer of the material depending on type and technique used. For example, say you use a dark laminate with a bright top layer for engraving and then cut the workpiece after, you might run into this issue. Our tip: Engrave the desired design and then apply masking tape! This preventative practice will protect the light-colored laminate during the cutting process, and then the tape can be easily pulled off of the material removing any dust along with it.