Meta-C 3D • CO2 Laser Etching Machine

•  Precise 3D beam delivery & powerful Galvo CO2 laser source
•  Designed for high speed etching and engraving
•  Made for millions of operations – backed by a 10 year warranty

Power (W): 60, 80, 100
Worktable (mm): 350 x 350
Materials: Wood, Some Plastics, Textiles
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Features

Meta-C CO2

No matter the task, with the Meta-C CO2 Laser you’ll be set up and ready to go in just a few clicks.

3D (3-Axis)

Mark multiple curvatures on your products with our state-of-the-art 3-Axis, beam shaping, laser etching systems.

60W, 80W or 100W

Available with a 60W, 80W or 100W CO2 laser, the Meta-C CO2 Laser makes short work of any etching task, even on difficult materials.

Programmable Z-Axis

Full control is at your fingertips with our ultra-accurate, 368mm programmable Z-axis. Mark objects at multiple heights in a single job.

What a difference 3D makes…

True 3D Engraving

Meta-C dynamically adjusts focal depth using a high-precision 3-axis scanner, maintaining micron-level focus even on steep or recessed surfaces. Whether engraving deep branding marks or micro text, every line remains consistent and true.

*Grab the slider below to compare typical 2D engraving and Lotus 3D engraving.

This side shows a standard 2D Laser
This side shows 3D Lotus Laser
3D Engraving with Lotus Lasers

Typical 2D Laser

3D Engraving with Lotus Lasers

Meta 3D Laser

Flexibility

Make Your Mark

Make your creative vision a reality with the Meta-C CO2 Laser. Accommodating a diverse range of materials, this CO2 laser etching machine gives complete marking freedom for limitless creations.

Meta-C CO2 Laser Engraver

Wood

  • Mahogany
  • Walnut
  • Oak
  • Ash
  • Birch
  • Maple
  • Cherry
  • Pine
  • Cedar
  • MDF
  • Plywood

Plastics

  • Acrylic
  • Laminates
  • Delrin
  • PE Foam

Others

  • Glass
  • Fabric
  • Cardboard
  • Leather
  • Paper

WHAT CAN YOU ENGRAVE WITH A 3D CO2 LASER?

Applications & Videos

Take a look at some of our application videos below of the Meta-C CO2 Laser Engraver at work.

Meta-C CO2 Etching Powder Coated Bottle

FAST ETCHING

The Meta-C CO2 makes short work of engraving logos onto powder coated bottles

Meta-C CO2 Engraving on Wood

SHARP RESULTS ON WOOD

For etching and engraving wood, the Meta-C CO2 work fast and produces a high-contrast finish

Meta-C 3D Engraving

3D AS STANDARD

Learn why you need a true 3D laser if you’re serious about scaling your engraving business

Examples

See how our CO2 laser marking & engraving machines deliver high-precision results on wood, plastics & more.

Meta-C CO2 Engraving on Wood

Clean, high contrast engraving on wood
Laser engraved leather wallet

Leather - Engrave natural materials with precision
laser cut greetings card

Paper & Card - fine details without burning
Laser etched wood

Wood - Flawless engraving with a clean finish

TIme-Saving

Features

The Meta-C 3D CO2 is designed to speed up your production.

180° Work Area

With 180° access you have no limit on part width or length. In Class 2 (door closed), the max part size is 700mm wide x 380mm deep.

T-Slot Worktable

The aluminium T-Slot worktable (350mm x 350mm) is built for a range of clip-in accessories and perfect, repeatable alignment of your parts.

Automatic Door

Class 2 verified, safety tested, pneumatically actuated access panel. Allowing fast hands free laser engraving and marking.

Swappable Lenses

Interchangeable lenses allowing a variation of focal lengths, working areas, and focal point sizes for all laser engraving requirements.


Speed up production

Integrated Automation

Meta-C integrates seamlessly with your workflow. Configure it with automatic doors, conveyors, or vision systems to enable fully automated production. Designed for Industry 4.0 — adaptable for both stand-alone cells and complete robotic lines.

Plate Loader

Mark hundreds of plates at a touch of a button

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COBOTS

Run 24/7 production cycles for higher product yields

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Rotary Systems

Full 360 degree engraving on any curvature

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XY Tables

Automatically mark large parts or component trays

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Automated Plate Loader

• Mark hundreds of serial plates at the push of one button.
• Link the system to a database for individual serialisation.
• A true engraving solution with no human error.

Six-Axis
COBOT

• 24/7 Production cycles for high yield
• Accurate to within < 1/10mm.
• Easy plug-and-play implementation

Rotary
PRO

• Fully automated integration with COBOT
• Combine 360 engraving with True 3D
• Accurate to < 1/120 of a degree

Automated
X-Axis

• Mark much larger parts in one go
• Engrave multiple parts with incredible accuracy
• Expand your work area while keeping Lotus Galvo precision

Industrial-Level

Durability.

Versatile and robust, the Meta-C CO2 Laser is built for both commercial and industrial sectors with a lifespan exceeding 15 years. Compliant with ISO9001, CE, RoHSII, and FDA regulations.

Harsh Environments

Incorporating top-of-the-range Siemens PLC electronics, the Meta-C CO2 Laser is triple quality checked and designed to operate effortlessly in greater variations of dust, temperature and humidity than most other systems on the market.

Insane Endurance

Serious business needs a serious machine. That’s why the Meta-C CO2 Laser is created with the longest lifespan in mind. The CO2 Laser Machine is designed to handle 100,000 hours typical MTBF (mean time before failure) whilst the pneumatic door can withstand 10,000s cycles.

Long Warranty

We’re so confident Meta-C CO2 Laser is right for your business; we back it up with some of the longest warranties in the industry. Rest easy knowing every machine comes with a 3-year warranty as standard, extendable to 6 years.

Solid Chassis

Strong, durable and built to last. Meta-C CO2 Laser is made with military-grade aluminium and operates with full functionality even after knocks and heavy use.

Meta-C CO2 Laser

Unbeatable Upgrades.

Conveyor

Make the laser manufacturing process even easier with a 3m conveyor feed allowing for automatic marking.

Rotary

Laser etch and engrave around cylindrical items, parts and more with a tilting rotary device.

X-Axis Expand

Ideal for batch marking 1000’s of smaller parts per hour, or larger parts in multiple locations.

Side Windows

Keep a close eye on your etchings and engravings with a practical side window.

Positioning Camera

Automatically locate where you want to etch or engrave for perfect results, every time.

COBOT

A collaborative robot that does exactly what you need it to.

CO2 Galvo Laser

Specification

The Meta-C CO2 Laser is one of the most feature enriched and functional laser marking workstations available today. Designed, assembled, configured and tested here in the UK, it is compliant with CE, RoHSII, ISO9001 and FDA regulations.

In production we take our time, and we don’t cut corners. By choosing high-grade components and testing rigorously, we can confidently say, at this price point, we feel there really is no other system on the market to compete with the Meta-C CO2 Laser.

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In Detail

Product Code

MCCO2

Dimensions (WDH)

790mm x 1175mm x 948mm

Laser Source

CO2 (60W or 80W)

Laser Head

3D (3-Axis)

3D Depth Of Focus (DOF)

35mm

Accuracy

1µm (0.001mm)

Max Speed

5000mm/s

Z-axis Stroke

368mm

Z-axis Accuracy

±0.02mm

DLC / Software

Siemens PLC / Lotus Mark v3.0

Global Warranty

3 to 6 years

Max Part Weight

45kg

Work Bed Dimensions

300mm x 300mm (T-Slot Expandable)

Marking Area (F160 Lens)

110mm x 110mm

Marking Area (F254 Lens)

170mm x 170mm

Marking Area (F100 Lens)

70mm x 70mm

Rotary Max Part Diameter

230mm

Class

Class 2 (CE Certified)

Accessories Available

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CO2 Laser Etching Machine

Conclusion.

Packed with performance-enhancing features, the Meta-C CO2 Laser is a powerhouse machine. Delivering a first-class performance in both industrial and commercial environments, it’s the perfect solution for businesses that require an unparalleled performance, every time.

Available with a wide range of laser wavelengths, varying beam characteristics, output powers and with a host of upgrade options, the Meta-C CO2 Laser can be modified to suit the needs of you and your business.

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