Mobility in Laser Marking
August 1, 2014
The TruMark 5010 Mobile Marker, a portable laser marking unit from TRUMPF, features a compact and handheld marking head. The operator simply moves the laser marking unit to the workpiece, eliminating the need to move the part. Intelligent sensors help guarantee the entire process is conducted safely and accurately.
"While other conventional marking processes tend to be slow and limited, the TruMark laser provides a faster and more flexible solution for laser marking large or heavy components," said a company spokesperson. "Markings are extremely durable, of consistent quality and there is no need for pre- or post-processing. Unlike conventional methods, the laser marking process is achieved without special tooling or consumables. As a tool, the laser is flexible and capable of marking identifying characters and images including barcodes, variable text and data matrix codes. The TruMark 5010 Mobile Marker can also handle simple cleaning tasks and can prepare small areas for processing."
A fiber laser operating in the infrared spectrum forms the heart of the TruMark 5010. A laser light cable guides the beam from a mobile frame which holds the laser, safety controls and suction system to the scanner unit at the workpiece. When the operator positions the TruMark 5010 Mobile Marker, a vacuum is created which hermetically seals any gap between the machine and the component. If the processing head is not properly positioned, sensors prevent the laser from emitting its beam. This guarantees that the operator cannot inadvertently start the laser. The Mobile Marker also features an integrated vacuum unit that removes any vapors or materials dislodged during the marking process. The unit's compact design and low weight permit not only straightforward manual operation, but also integration into assembly lines.
For more information contact:
TRUMPF Inc.
Farmington Industrial Park
111 Hyde Rd.
Farmington, CT 06032
860-255-6000
www.us.trumpf.com
IMTS 2014 Booth N-6223
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