Summary
Engraving is the most common of all laser marking applications, the engraving process is produced by the laser beam removing material to create a mark, where the laser acts like a chisel and blows away selected areas of the subject material. This application note explores two different types of laser engraving, both Light and Deep engraving. Looking at different materials including stainless steel, tool steel and silver, it shows specific examples of laser engraving and the benefits of using a pulsed fiber laser for engraving over other technologies.
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