CO2 Laser offers metal marking capabilities.
Press Release Summary:
Multi-Material Peripheral(TM) VersaLaser(TM) is available with High Power Density Focusing Optics(TM) (HPDFO). For use in compact systems, HPDFO produces increased concentration of power without requiring larger beam path. Product can be used to create high-resolution marks, engrave text, produce graphics and photographs, and vector mark and cut thin lines. It can also scribe and/or etch directly on uncoated metals without use of marking compounds.
Original Press Release:
Universal Laser Systems Adds Metal Marking Option to VersaLaser(TM)
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. - (April 18, 2005) Universal Laser Systems, Inc. announces the availability of High Power Density Focusing Optics(TM) (HPDFO) for VersaLaser. HPDFO was introduced last year for Universal's Professional and XL Series laser systems and is an option that has been in great demand for the compact and affordable Multi-Material Peripheral(TM) VersaLaser.
The breakthrough technology of High Power Density Focusing Optics offers VersaLaser customers the option to use their CO2 lasers for metal marking, a benefit that is uncommon for compact laser systems. The patent-pending technology of HPDFO dramatically reduces the focused spot size and produces finer, more detailed engraving. Unlike traditional beam expanders which increase the entire cross-section of the laser beam, Universal's HPDFO produces a higher concentration of power without the larger beam path requirements or additional space and larger optics. Thus, HPDFO technology can be utilized in compact systems like VersaLaser.
For the end user, the addition of HPDFO makes it possible to create small, high-resolution marks, engrave smaller text, produce higher-resolution graphics and photographs, and vector mark and cut thinner lines. Especially appealing to customers will be the ability to scribe and/or etch directly on some uncoated metals, such as stainless steel, without using marking compounds.
The ability to mark directly on bare metals is in high demand for product decoration and for identification marking in medical device, aerospace, automotive, and electronics manufacturing. In the past, direct metal marking could only be accomplished by using high- power CO2 lasers, low-power CO2 lasers in combination with metal marking compounds and solutions, or solid state lasers like Nd:YAG lasers. According to Chris Risser, Product Development Manager at Universal Laser Systems, Inc., "VersaLaser with HPDFO is a much less expensive alternative to solid state laser processing for marking stainless steel." Risser adds, "VersaLasers in general can be used for so many other applications, including cutting plastics, paper, and wood to engraving on most hard materials, even glass and ceramic."
For information and pricing on VersaLaser with the new High Power Density Focusing Optics, call 1-877-866-9802 or email versasales@ulsinc.com. VersaLaser reseller opportunities are available. Visit versalaser.com/resellers or email dealers@ulsinc.com to learn more.
