How to laser engrave - the basics. During laser engraving, the surface of the workpiece is melted and vaporized by the heat generated by the laser beam. This is known as "material removal". The recess formed on the surface of the workpiece in this way becomes the engraving.
Laser engraving is an incredibly versatile processing method. The effect of the heat can be used to process a variety of different materials. Wood, paper, cardboard, textiles, plastics, and many other materials can be engraved or cut with a laser device.
The visual material to be engraved is usually sent via engraving software directly from the graphics program to the laser engraver. The result is comfortable data handling, which allows quick changes to the image. In addition, the laser software's positioning function (keyword "nesting") helps to reduce material waste. Check out our laser software page for more details.
Laser engraving is one of the most accurate processing methods in the engraving business. Thanks to a resolution of up to 1,000 ppi (= 39 pixels per mm) detailed graphics can be engraved accurately on even the smallest material surfaces.
Laser marking with the Rayjet is an entirely non-contact process, which causes no mechanical wear and tear on the device and ensures that the laser engraver has a long operational life. You only need to regularly clean the Rayjet's focus lens, other than that no maintenance is required.
The Rayjet is a flatbed laser with a powerful CO2 laser source. The laser beam produced by the laser source is deflected by mirrors and projected by the laser head onto the working surface. Two movable axes position the laser beam on the workpiece. More information about the Rayjet can be found on the product page.
