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The G2 galvo laser allows metals and industrial plastics to be marked quickly and accurately without the need for any pre or postproduction treatments. Utilising a unique dynamic focus lens technology, the G2 offers engraving areas of 4” x 4” (101 x 101mm) up to 24” x 24” (609 x 609mm) and can produce a wide variety of marks including polished, annealed ablated as well as deep engraving. The system can be driven from most mainstream graphics software packages and the user-friendly Job Manager makes the G2 simple to operate. It’s the perfect machine for quick, high volume label and part marking.
The galvo beam delivery of the G2 is enhanced with a moving dynamic-focus lens for even engraving over a large area.
Quickly change between a 4" (101 mm), 16" (406 mm) and 24" (609 mm) etching area based on your marking needs - all inside a Class 2 laser system enclosure.
Create your projects for the laser using the software you already use - AutoCAD, CorelDRAW, Illustrator, BarTender, and more
Engrave an entire table full of parts at one time with no dedicated operator changing parts
A telescoping third-axis lens moves on the horizontal axis to adjust the focal distance for a consistent spot size across the table.
Choose your engraving area - up to 24" x 24" (609 mm) - by selecting the table size on the keypad without the need to change lenses between marking jobs
The better your system is vented, the cleaner it will be. Open and close louveres to optimize the ventilation in your engraving space
The marking area will fit up to 29" x 27" x 36.3" (736 x 685 x 922 mm) parts and tools within the saftey-enclosed Class 2 laser cabinet
Take advantage of the G2 laser's high-speed etching with marking speeds up to 2 meters per second for the highest quality at the fastest speeds.
Quickly adjust your marking depth between surface marks and deep engraving by simply changing your laser's settings in the print driver.
For traditional top-left engraving, the G2 features moveable edge guides that can be placed on the table for each engraving area size.
There is no need to brace parts or replace expensive engraving bits or tools with our fiber laser systems
Etch almost any meta land mark many plastics with the 1064 nm wavelength of our fiber laser systems.
Precisely position your marking by utilizing the Trace Feature that will create a visible red line around the area you will be marking
Create the marked or etched look on your part that fits your needs by adjusting the laser's speed, power, frequency, and focus
A user-friendly print driver allows you to control all of the laser's features from one convenient interface
Communicate with your laser through Ethernet, USB or even wirelessly for the most simple networking available
Easily map different speed and power settings to different colours in your file in both engraving and cutting modes.
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Engraving Area |
609x609mm |
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Laser Wattages |
30 or 50-watt fiber laser, Fixed Pulse or Variable Pulse (MOPA), air cooled |
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Maximum Material Thickness |
4" x 4" (101 mm): 36.3" (923 mm) 16" x 16" (406 mm): 25.98" (660 mm) 24" x 24" (609 mm): 15.79" (401 mm) |
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Maximum Piece Size |
All table sizes: 29" x 27" (736.6 x 685.8 mm) |
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Standard Features |
.5" (12.7 mm) machined aluminium table, 2 meter/second maximum marking speed. |
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Print Driver and Software |
Laser Dashboard, Epilog Job Manager. Print from most Windows-based CAD and graphic software packages. |
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Operating Modes |
Optimized Vector Mode |
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Speed and Power Control |
Computer controlled speed and power in 1-100% increments. Colour mapping links speed and power. |
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Print Interface |
10/100 Ethernet with Auto MDIX. Compatible with Windows 7/8/10. |
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Size (W x Dx H) |
33" x 43.75" x 71.1" (838.2 x 1111.25 x 1805.94 mm) |
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Ventilation System |
650 CFM (1104 m3/hr) external exhaust to the outside or internal filtration unit is required. There are two output ports, each 4" (102 mm) in diameter. |
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Footprint (W x L x H) |
33" x 43.75" x 71.1" (838.2 x 1111.25 x 1805.94 mm)
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System Weight |
188.2kg |
17-4 PH stainless steel
303 stainless
4043 steel
6061 Aluminum
ABS (white/black)
Aluminum, 6061
Aluminum, yellow chromate
Bayer 2807 Makrolon polycarbonate
Bayers bayblend FR110
Black/white ABS
Black/white polycarbonate
Brass
Brushed aluminum
Carbon fiber
Carbon nanotube
Ceramics, metal-plated
Clear coat anodized aluminum
Cobalt chrome steel
Colored delrin (black/brown)
Compacted powder iron with phosphate coating
Copper
DAP - Diallyl Phthalate
Delrin, colored (black/brown)
GE Plastics polycarbonate resin 121-R
Glass filled PEEK
Glass filled Teflon
Hard coat anodized aluminum
Inconel metals (various)
Machine tool steel
Magnesium
Metal-plated ceramics
Molybdenum
Nickel plated 1215 mild steel
Nickel plated brass
Nickel plated gold
Nickel plated Kovar
Nickel plated steel
Nylon
PEEK, white
Polybutylene Terephthalate
Polycarbonate (black/white)
Polycarbonate resin 121-R, GE Plastics
Polycarbonate, Bayer 2807 Makrolon
Polysulphone
Rynite PET
Santoprene
Silicon carbide
Silicon steel
Silicone wafers
Stainless steel 303
Stainless steel 17-4 PH
Steel 4043
Steel, machine tool
Various inconel metals (nickel-chromium super alloys)
White PEEK
Yellow chromate aluminum
Zinc plated mild steel
And Many More!
The source is a fibre laser: a fibre optic cable that has been doped with ytterbium, a rare earth element.
The fibre laser produces the same wavelength of light and the same marks. YAG lasers typically require cooling and more maintenance.
1062 nm
Yes, especially to the operator's eyes. Additionally the wavelength will pass through common Lexan or glass materials, which is why the viewing window has been impregnated with an organic compound that absorbs the fibre energy. Do not run the laser with the safety locks defeated.
The G2 Galvo pulls 4-5 amps on a 220 volt circuit.
0.00034" (.0086 mm)
All metals can be engraved into with some depth; however, some metals are more amenable to depth engraving. Softer aluminium material will engrave with depth with only a few passes. The best way to test your material is with our Applications Lab.
The G2 Galvo can only cut through very thin gauge metals. We've had success at cutting up to 0.012" (.30 mm) thick metals.
Yes, by using the polished mark settings for bare metal, the black oxide colour will be removed to expose the lighter native metal colour.
G2 Galvo 24: 200 lbs (90 kg) for static and 80 lbs (36 kg) for lifiting.
G2 Galvo Fusion: 200 lbs (90 kg) for static and 100 lbs (46 kg) for lifting.
Let's find out! Fill out our request form to receive a brochure, DVD demo and samples. Or contact our Applications Lab to get started testing your materials.
Think of a laser as you would a standard printer which you have at home or in the office and that instead of ink you have light energy. You create your image as you would for a normal document in black and white and then send it to print on the laser through the Epilog driver or 'Dashboard'. If you already work with graphic design software, you can be up and running in minutes! There is no proprietary software to learn so you can use the programs that you are already familiar with to make the transition into laser engraving as smooth as possible.
It will take a bit of trial and error to learn what speed, power, frequency and focus settings to use with different materials, but we include a comprehensive guide with your system that has recommended speed settings for various materials with which you will be working
Epilog laser systems do not require proprietary software. They are open architecture which means you can use most mainstream graphic software to create your images and then send them directly to print on the laser via the Epilog driver (dashboard).
You can engrave text, logos, barcodes, scanned photos, , bitmaps, and AutoCAD files. Essentially, if you can print it, you can engrave it. Keep in mind the higher the quality of the graphic you're working with, the better your engraving results
Yes, the laser is completely safe to operate. It is a Class 2 laser - 1mW CW Maximum 600-700 nm, which means that the laser is secured with interlock devices so it will not run with the doors of the system open. No special safety gear is required to run the laser.
Investing in a new computer is a great way to make sure you’re getting the most out of your new laser equipment. A good computer won’t make a huge difference in how your laser runs, but when compared to a slow computer it will save untold amounts of time and frustration setting up the artwork that you “print” to the laser. Many users do not purchase new computers for use with their new laser because their current computers are perfectly adequate. There’s no magical cut-off that makes a computer too slow. If you’re comfortable with the performance and speed of your current computer, there’s probably no reason to purchase another one. The following recommendations are just options to consider if a new computer is necessary.
A new computer doesn’t have to be expensive to work well! Even many of today’s lower-cost computers work well for laser applications. As long as you don’t buy the cheapest computer you can find you should be fine. One thing to avoid is the Intel Celeron processor – while they are good processors, and will work with the laser, they don’t process graphics with the speed most laser user's desire.
When laser marking or cutting materials they will give off some form of fume as the laser thermally decomposes the substrate to a greater or lesser degree. This fume is a mixture of particulate and gaseous matter.
Fume from materials such as metals and glass is mainly particulate, the majority of which is less than 1µ (micron) in diameter. Organic materials, particularly plastics, produce much more complex fumes which require a greater level of extraction. Most of the particles are spherical and roughly 90% by weight are less than 1µ in diameter. These particles fall within the respirable range and need to be removed from the working environment to prevent bronchial or lung damage. These gaseous organic compounds produced are known as Volatile Organic Compounds, VOC's.
Your Epilog laser must have some form of fume extraction fitted. This can be a simple in line fan ducted from the laser direct to open air or a self contained fume extraction system to suit your chosen laser and create a safe working environment.
The air compressor is designed to work with the included air assist feature of your laser system. It directs a constant stream of air onto your cutting surface to remove heat and combustible gases from the work area. This jet of air is pushed through the air assist structure, giving better results when cutting.
The cost of our various laser systems is determined by the power of the laser source (ranging from 20 to 50 watts) and the size of the engraving table. They can be bought outright or leased through one of our finance partners. For more information on how to own your own laser please contact our sales team.
