Meta-C 3D • UV Laser Marking Machine

We are proud that our UV laser engraver was amongst the first commercially available on the market. Since then the Meta-C UV has evolved so much! With 3D technology as standard, unmatched speed and accuracy it can mark or engrave anything. Designed to serve serious commercial to light industrial users, made for millions of operations and backed by a 10 year warranty.

Power (W): 5, 10, 15
Worktable (mm): 350 x 350
Materials: Almost Everything
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This UV laser engraver is built for versatility, speed, consistent quality and continuous 24/7 operation.

Our engravers are trusted and loved by thousands of businesses

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Comparison

Why it Stands Out?

Take a look how the Meta-C UV laser engraver stacks-up against typical industrial UV solutions.

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Meta-C UV Laser Engraver

3D Capable:

Warranty: 3-10 Years

Safety: Class 2 (CE Certified), P601 LEV

Base Model Laser: 5W UV

Working Area: 220x220mm

Accuracy: 1µm (0.001mm)

BR Protection:

Positioning Speed: 10,000mm/s

Software: 3D, 4-Axis, Industry 4.0

Electronics: DLC (Siemens PLC)

Average Lifespan: 15 Years

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Typical UV Laser Engravers

3D Capable:

Warranty: 1 Year

Safety: Class 4

Base Model Laser: 3W UV

Working Area: 125x125mm

Accuracy: 2 µm

BR Protection:

Positioning Speed: 8,000mm/s

Software: 2D, 2-Axis

Electronics: LMC

Average Lifespan: 2-5 Years

Meta-C UV Laser Engraver

What can you do with a UV Laser engraver?

Laser Marking Freedom

Because of the high absorption rate of UV laser marking & engraving, it can accommodate the most diverse range of materials. A UV laser marking machine breaks the bonds directly instead of burning the material like many other laser types; marking or engraving almost anything, including mixed materials, giving you the most freedom. Below are just some examples (see out list of laser compatible materials)

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Features

Boasting great features to make life easy, this UV laser can deliver what you need, when you need it.

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Durability.

Built for the rigours of an industrial environment and designed to last for a lifetime. Compliant with CE, RoHSII, ISO9001 and FDA regulations.

The Science

Why would you use a UV Laser Engraver?

At the heart of our Meta-C UV laser marking machine is our own ELI-355, a proprietary, Diode-Pumped Solid-State (DPSS) UV laser source.

Impossible Results

UV lasers operate at a wavelength of 355nm, which is absorbed by a wider range of materials than other laser types. This means that a single UV laser can engrave on leather, wood, plastics, metals, and even specialised materials like borosilicate glass. A UV laser engraving machine can also cut thermally resistant materials such as carbon fibre, offering a level of versatility that’s very hard to beat!

UV lasers also stand out for their unique interactions with certain materials, below are just three examples:

  • Glass: UV lasers are absorbed by glass, unlike CO2 lasers which can cause cracking or fracturing. UV lasers vaporise the glass, creating a true engraving with a frosted appearance that no other technology can replicate in detail.
  • Wood: UV lasers produce less heat during the engraving process, leading to minimal burning around the edges. Although UV laser engravings on wood are lighter in colour, the fine detail achieved is far superior to other methods.
  • Silicone: UV lasers can change the colour of silicone without ablating it, which means no debris, no need for post-engraving cleaning, and no unpleasant odours. This makes UV laser engravers ideal for high-detail projects like engraving QR codes on silicone wristbands for security passes at events.

Up to 45 times higher precision

When it comes to precision, our UV laser engraver are unmatched due to their exceptionally small optical spot size. In fact, the UV laser’s spot size is 30 times smaller than a CO2 laser and three times smaller than a fibre laser. This smaller spot size allows for incredibly detailed work, but the advantages of UV laser engraving technology don’t stop there.

Because UV laser engravers use a colder form of marking, they create less thermal reaction when the beam is absorbed by the material. For instance, if a CO2 laser creates a 300-micron spot on a material, the heat generated can cause the affected area to expand to 500 microns. In contrast, a UV laser creates a spot size of just 10 microns, and even with a bit of thermal expansion, the affected area is still only ~11 microns. This can mean a UV laser engraver is up to 45 times more precise in real-world terms compared to CO2.

The Advantage of UV Lasers

A UV laser engraver operates by breaking the atomic bonds in the material, rather than melting or vaporising it as other lasers do. This “cold marking” process results in minimal heat, reducing the risk of damage and ensuring crisp, high-resolution results. The smaller 355nm wavelength of UV lasers create a highly focused spot size, allowing for much more intricate detailing on more delicate materials with no burning or distortion.

In essence, UV laser engravers offer faster processing, greater material versatility, and unparalleled precision—making them the go-to choice for businesses looking to outperform the competition.

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Conclusion.

Packed with performance enhancing features, the Meta-C UV laser engraver is our most versatile system, perfect for a business that needs to mark or engrave glass, Tritan, PVC and many other “impossible” materials with true fidelity. Showcasing our 3-Axis (3D) UV laser head as standard, it will mark curvatures at exceptional speed.

In essence, it’s the ideal UV laser engraver for those that require the ultimate performance and reliability 24/7. With unrivalled connectivity to external devices such as robots, conveyors, automated handling devices and more, it will fit into your production environment or workshop easily, bringing significant value to your business.

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Specification

Designed, assembled, configured and tested in the UK. Compliant with CE, RoHSII, ISO9001 and FDA regulations, the Meta-C UV laser engraver is one of, if not the most feature enriched and functional laser marking and engraving workstations on the market today.

We choose very high grade components and really do take our time to build this model, which is reflected by the proven track record of near zero faults in the field across a large number of units installed. At this price point we feel that at time of publishing there really is no other system on the market to compete with this Meta-C UV laser engraver on a like for like basis…

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In Detail

Product Code

MC10UV

Dimensions (WDH)

790mm x 1175mm x 948mm

Laser Source

ELI-355 UV (5W, 10W or 15W)

Laser Head

3D (3-Axis)

3D Depth Of Focus (DOF)

35mm

Accuracy

1µm (0.001mm)

Positioning Speed

10,000mm/s

Z-axis Stroke

368mm

Z-axis Accuracy

±0.02mm

DLC / Software

Siemens PLC / Lotus Mark v3.0

Global Warranty

3 to 10 years

Max Part Weight

45kg

Max Part Size (Closed, Class 2)

700mm x 380mm

Worktable Dimensions

350mm x 350mm (T-Slot Expandable)

Marking Area (F160 Lens)

75mm x 75mm

Marking Area (F254 Lens)

155mm x 155mm

Marking Area (F330 Lens)

195mm x 195mm

Rotary Max Part Diameter

230mm

Class

Class 2 (CE Certified)

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