Compared to fiber lasers, which excel in processing various metallic materials, CO2 lasers have a unique advantage with their mainstream wavelength, making them ideal for marking transparent materials.
Although UV (ultraviolet) lasers can produce ultra-fine markings within small areas, CO2 lasers fall slightly short in this regard.
However, this does not diminish the importance of CO2 lasers in the marking industry, where they are widely used on various packaging materials such as mineral water bottles, snack packaging bags, corrugated cardboard boxes, and coated paper labels.
High-power CO2 laser marking is increasingly becoming an industry standard. It not only handles the production demands of marking tens of thousands of water bottles per hour but also efficiently processes large amounts of data within limited timeframes, aided by high-speed galvanometers and laser control software.
Wood processing is another area where CO2 lasers excel.
From niche applications like custom marking on wooden and bamboo handicrafts and denim fabrics to large-scale production applications such as ice cream sticks, CO2 lasers demonstrate exceptional efficiency. Their non-contact marking process ensures the product remains uncontaminated, and the absence of consumables (e.g., ink or other chemical solvents) further streamlines the process.
In certain specialized applications, CO2 lasers make the most of their strengths. For instance, while their mainstream wavelength may struggle to mark raw metal surfaces, it is particularly effective for laser marking on coated metals.
This approach allows the laser to penetrate the coating while preserving the underlying substrate, delivering more durable, clearer, and finer marking results without being limited by adhesion factors.
In the case of packaging films (e.g., shrink films), CO2 lasers have been innovatively applied to perforate easy-tear lines.
The laser can adjust to the composite film’s thickness, production line speed, and shrink/stretch forces. Precision in perforation spacing and line width ensures the finished product is easy to tear while remaining durable during heat shrinking. The non-contact nature of laser processing also avoids contamination issues that might arise from direct contact.
The applications of CO2 lasers are ever-evolving. Through continuous professional innovation and development, they will unlock even greater potential in the future.
Company Introduction
Beijing JCZ Technology Co., Ltd. (Stock Code: 688291) was established in 2004 and focuses on the research and development of control software, systems, and components in the field of laser industrial processing. It is recognized by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology as a specialized and innovative “The Rising Star Award” enterprise, a specialized and innovative “The Rising Star Award” enterprise in Beijing, a high-tech enterprise recognized by the Beijing Municipal Science and Technology Commission, and a partner unit in Fengtai District’s “Doubling Catch-up and Cooperative Development” initiative.
In the future, JCZ will continue to innovate technologically and strive to build a “Beam Delivery & Control” technology platform, providing customers with “Integrated Drive and Control” products and comprehensive solutions, delivering high-quality products and services to system integrators and users, and becoming a competitive and influential “Beam Delivery & Control Expert.”
