Designed for batch marking, the Flex is an ergonomic Class-1 laser marking workstation that allows you to select and pay only for the features you need. Operated manually by default, the workstation can also be automated and motorized.
The Flex can even be upgraded to a fully inline & robotic solution to ramp up production. It offers the Laserax advanced laser technology while requiring minimal investment.
Pick only the features and options you need, including the laser power, automation level, user interface, dust management, and barcode validation. You can always add other features later to meet evolving marking and operative requirements.
Benefit from the Laserax unmatched performance while minimizing your investment for part traceability. On equal wattage, our marking speed outperforms the competition every time. Our advanced features also offer the most consistent marking quality with a near-perfect readability rate.
The Flex workstation is easy to use, delivered preconfigured and ready for immediate production. Laserax experts provide real-time support and training through our secure remote access.
Go inline with minimal upgrade in the future. The workstation’s design is robot-ready, allowing you to quickly ramp up production without major investment.
Because safety is not an option, we’ve designed the Flex according to international, Class-1 laser safety standards. Operators can see the marking operation through the viewing window in real-time without wearing any protection.
You can mark parts regardless of their orientation as marking can be performed from the top or sides of the workstation.
Configure the workstation for different types of parts with the intuitive touch-screen HMI. Operators only need to choose the part in the HMI to automatically adjust the laser.
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Fiber laser markers range from 20W to 100W depending on the marking speed required for your application. Higher laser powers that range from 200W to 500W are also offered as part of the LXQ-HP series.
We offer two types of laser heads. 2D heads are used to mark flat surfaces and can easily compensate for surface roughness imprecisions. 3D heads can be used to mark any types of geometries, compensate for bended parts, and mark at a 45° angle.
Optionally, 3D heads can be used with our 3D-Autofocus for an even greater part-positioning tolerance. All laser heads are completely sealed off, protecting them from dust, water, oil particles and other contaminants.
Our standard lens configuration provides the best optical configuration for most part marking requirements, offering an industry-leading marking field and marking distance that helps reduce dust generated by laser marking from accumulating on the lens.
Our advanced lens configuration is used to engrave the most durable markings such as the ones that maintain traceability after shotblasting.
The air-knife prevents dust accumulation on the lens by blowing a continuous airstream. This reduces lens cleaning maintenance and guarantees a consistent marking quality.
Our Class-1 open-air enclosures can be integrated in your solutions, allowing you to quickly obtain your laser safety certification.
Our 3D Autofocus automatically detects part-positioning variations and adjusts the marking configuration to consistently generate high-contrast markings. This feature prevents complex laser head adjustments.
Our barcode validation feature monitors marking quality right after 2D codes are marked. Our validation system and Cognex camera can predict which 2D codes will live up to the marking benchmark, even if the parts undergo post surface treatments.
These advanced features can easily be integrated by directly connecting peripherals on the controller’s back panel.
| Category | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Output Power | 20W, 30W, 50W, 100W |
| Laser Type | Ytterbium-doped fiber |
| Wavelength | 1064 nm |
| Laser Source MTBF | 100,000 hours |
| Marking Process | Etching, engraving, annealing |
| Typical Weight | 635 kg |
| Cooling | Air cooling |
| Power Requirements | 120V, 230V, 240V / 15-40 AMP |
| Power Consumption | 1.5 kW to 5.8 kW |
| Operating Temperature | 10°C to 35°C |
| Communications | Ethernet/IP, PROFINET |
| Multi-Parts Marking | Performed with fixturing |
| Door Opening Duration | 3 s |
| Maximum Part Dimensions (W x D x H) | 650 x 600 x 370 mm |
| Part Material | Aluminum, zinc, magnesium, iron (all metals) |
| Marking Surface Roughness (Positioning) Tolerance | +/- 3 mm |
| General Dimensions (W x D x H) | 1400 x 1200 x 2000 mm |
The fiber laser marker that powers the workstation is ideal to mark all types of metals. The most common are aluminum, steel, stainless steel, anodized aluminum, magnesium, lead and zinc. To mark organic materials, we also offer CO2 lasers.
When you work with us, our experts adjust the workstation’s laser process to create high-quality and permanent markings that meet the needs of your application.
Laser etching is a high-speed process that melts the material surface to create high-contrast identifiers. The results are black and white bumps whose elevation can reach up to 80 microns.
Laser engraving is the most durable marking process, creating deep engravings by vaporizing the material into dust and fumes. The results are black and white marks that can go as deep as 500 microns.
Manufacturers often use laser annealing with chrome-plated and stainless-steel parts to preserve their corrosion-resistant property. The results are black markings generated through a chemical reaction under the surface.
Offering on-site and remote support, our experts can quickly fix problems you encounter and help you restart your production operations as fast as possible. Using the workstation’s secure remote functionalities, they can fully assist you from a distance whenever you need it.
This fully automated fiber laser marking machine is designed to minimize idle time in your production line. It is assisted by a robotic arm that loads an unloads parts onto the rotary table.
The Rotary Table Workstation is a semi-automated workstation where the operator loads and unloads parts onto the rotary table while the marking operation is performed in hidden time.
The LXQ is the laser system that powers our solutions. It is optimized for metal marking applications, opening up a world of possibilities for custom OEM solutions.