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 |
When is which engraving process better suited?
The most practiced methods for engraving the surfaces of a wide array of materials is through mechanical engraving and laser engraving. Each type of technology has its advantages. For example, the primary focus of laser engraving is precision and detail, while mechanical engraving is advantageous in its relief effect. Continue reading to discover a comparison of both engraving methods focusing on their individual advantages and disadvantages.
During mechanical engraving, the workpiece is clamped down while a milling cutter glides across the surface. Material is removed by the rotary motion of the milling cutter. Different shapes can be milled out of most material. Layered plastic materials can be engraved in this way as well as metal surfaces, which allow for increased contrast by adding color to the deep machined lettering or decorations.
The following limits apply to mechanical engraving:
Within a laser engraving machine, light bounces off of mirrors and lenses, focusing on the surface of the workpiece. The axis system allows the beam to glide over the surface. Depending on the length of the exposure, the strong heat of the laser beam marks burns or evaporates the surface of the workpiece. Thus creating an engraving.
Laser engraving | Mechanical engraving | |
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Engraving letters | ✔ | ✔ |
Engraving small details and logos | ✔ | ⚫ |
Photo engraving | ✔ | ⚫ |
Throughput | ✔ | ⚫ |
Cutting material | ✔ Clean cutting edge | O Post-processing necessary |
Durability of the engraving | ✔ | ✔ |
User friendliness | ✔ Easy to use | O Experience required |
Tool wear | ✔ No consumables | ⚫ Milling head, possibly external coolant |
Cutting and drilling metals | ⚫ | ✔ |
For laser engraving we offer you a wide range of laser machines. They are optionally equipped with a CO2 laser, fiber laser or the combined flexx system. Our Speedy laser engravers are equally suitable for engraving and cutting.