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Laser Machines for Marking & Engraving Plastic

For a higher quality, clearer, more pristine engraving on plastic, you need a Lotus Laser System. Lotus MOPA fiber engravers have far more precise power control than other laser systems, and our UV laser machines can mark any plastic with clarity and detail.

For any kind of plastic you want to mark, a Lotus Laser engraver is the solution.

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Why Lotus marking machines for plastics?

Lotus Laser engraving machines offer incredible power control for marking all kinds of plastics, from ABS to silicone. Whether you’re using a UV laser or a fiber laser, Lotus machines are built for high-speed, high quality engraving.

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UV laser marked plastic electronics enclosure with permanent serial and compliance markings

Marking ABS

High contrast, clear plastic marking is easy with a Lotus engraver

Refined
power delivery.

Most lasers only offer 1-2 waveforms, or power settings to control the laser.

Lotus MOPA fiber lasers have 17 waveforms, meaning far more flexibility with which plastics you can engrave. From ABS to PET, our systems can reduce power output for the cleanest plastic engraving possible.

Lotus UV laser mark on plastic

Detailed Part Marking

Engrave finer details with Lotus Laser Systems

More accuracy,
more detail.

When plastics get too hot, they burn. This makes blurred, unclear markings. Lotus engraving machines solve this problem completely.

Lotus UV laser machines use cold processing to mark plastic without adding heat, by using a 355nm wavelength.

Lotus fiber laser machines can reduce their power massively compared with other engravers, and so don’t damage the plastic – they just mark it.

Lotus Fiber laser marked plastic components

Part Numbering

Mark plastic parts quickly and clearly

Permanent
Traceability.

For traceability marking on plastics, like QR codes, part numbers, serialisation and more, a fast, powerful Lotus laser engraver will give a perfect result every time.

With incredible consistent power delivery and automation upgrades for increased production, a Lotus laser marker will speed up your plastic engraving, as well as improving the quality.

Lotus laser engravers are the best for engraving and marking plastics. For plastics like ABS, a Lotus MOPA fiber will mark with incredible detail, and for softer materials like silicone, a Lotus UV laser will mark with no ablation. Get in touch to find out more.

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Lotus Laser Engraving Machines for Plastics

Meta-C Fiber Laser Engraver

Meta-C

The Flagship Workstation

dimension

350mm x 350mm

Working Area

Z-Axis

368mm

Z-Axis (Max Part Height)

dims

790mm x 1175mm x 948mm

Dimensions (WxDxH)

class-2

Class 2 Operation

CE Certified

Lotus Meta-XY Laser Engraving Machine

Meta-XY

Expand your Engraving

dimension

700mm x 500mm

Working Area

Z-Axis

368mm

Z-Axis (Max Part Height)

dims

1140mm x 1975mm x 1885mm

Dimensions (WxDxH)

class-2

Class 2 Operation

CE Certified

Lotus Meta-XY XL Laser Engraving Machine

Meta-XY XL

The Automated Powerhouse

dimension

1000mm x 600mm

Working Area

Z-Axis

368mm

Z-Axis (Max Part Height)

dims

1452mm x 1890mm x 1893mm

Dimensions (WxDxH)

class-2

Class 2 Operation

CE Certified

Why Choose UV for Laser Marking Plastic?

Unlike CO2 laser which can be used to cut only some types of plastic, or fiber lasers with a very limited range of plastics they can effect, UV lasers excel with all plastics, whether it be engraving, cutting and marking.

Moreover, they can work with ones which cannot be touched by other types of lasers, from ABS to PVC, 3D printing resins, silicone, acrylic, rubber, PA, PBT, and PI – without burning, melting, or discolouration.

Why use a laser instead of printing on plastic?

With low maintenance, no consumables, and fast, contact-free processing, UV laser engraving plastic delivers unmatched reliability and cost savings in energy, manpower and more, making it the superior choice for high-volume production and intricate customisation.

The final mark is extremely high-definition, permanent and without waste.

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Lotus Meta-XY Laser Engraving Machine

3DAutomation Ready, Batch Processing, Colour MarkingMOPA Fiber X17

Meta-XY Fiber • Laser Part Marking Machine

The Meta-XY Fiber part marking machine is the ideal engraving solution for marking metals & plastics on a whole new scale. Fully automated and capable of marking hundreds of parts at the push of one button, this laser engraver guarantees an incredibly precise finish on all of your products. • Designed for batch coding & laser part marking • Easy to use and engraves all parts completely automatically • Powerful fiber laser that's perfect for metals & plastics

Power (W): 30, 60, 80

Worktable (mm): 700 x 500

Materials: Most Metals, Stone, Some Plastics

Lotus Meta-C 3D UV Laser Engraving Machine

3DAutomation ReadyUV Laser

Meta-C 3D • UV Laser Marking Machine

The Meta-C UV laser engraver is the best laser for marking glass, plastics, and much more. It uses UV technology to create an amazing finish across glass surfaces without cracking or damaging the glass, and can mark plastics & silicone with pristine clarity. • Ultra-high detail on any material • World-leading glass marking that far surpasses CO2 etching • Leaves surface marks with no damage or ablation

Power (W): 5, 10, 15

Ideal for: PCBs, Electronics, Components, Branding, and much more

Materials: Glass, Plastics, Wood - Almost Everything!

Popular Types of Plastics Perfect for UV Laser

Plastics revolutionised manufacturing, becoming the go-to material across industries due to their lightweight, low cost, and versatility. Today, laser marking technology is essential for plastic part production, used worldwide in automotive, medical, electronics, and packaging.

Today, laser marking technology has become critical in plastic part manufacture and is used extensively in throughout the world.

Laser Engraving Plastic

Laser engraving machines are particularly flexible for many types of plastic, being able to mark serialised data, identifiers on-the-fly, branding and of course cutting parts to, well… laser precision. Due to the flexibility and reliability of the technology, more and more companies have begun to offer laser marking plastic services.

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Plastic Laser Cutting

Laser technology isn’t just for marking and engraving, higher intensity lasers can be used in a plastic laser cutter system. These are typically found in the form of CO2 systems and can be used to cut a wide variety of types, from ABS to polyamide, polycarbonate, PET, PVC and the rest.

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How it works

The laser is employed to boost the temperature of an incredibly thin layer of the plastic, causing it to melt and form a modified surface upon solidification. Localised evaporation of the fabric causes carbonisation and a change in colour to the surface of the part.

Different types and intensities of laser can be used to achieve different effects. For basic laser marking plastic the laser induces the polymers within the plastic to make a walled foam structure, which stands out from the fabric with its elevated surface and lighter colour. If colour change or alternate results are required, a higher-frequency laser can create a molecular change within the polymer, leading to different results.

Plastic Laser Engraver Uses

Our systems are used on everything from housings of electronics, tools and gear parts, various sorts of packaging, automotive parts, electronic components, computer circuit boards, identification and merchandise tags, buttons, keyboards and sensors.

Plastic Type Suitability

With the variety of products the range of applications available for lasers on plastic items is virtually endless and encompasses its many forms. Make resilient marks on Polyethylene Terephthalate (PETE or PET), High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE), Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), Low-Density Polyethylene (LDPE), Polypropylene (PP), Polystyrene or Styrofoam (PS), polycarbonate, polylactide, acrylic, acrylonitrile butadiene, styrene and nylon.

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