Gravotech - LW2 marking station

LW2

LASER STATION
LW2: Fully automated laser marking station
The most complete laser station for permanent marking. From unit to small batch production to integration in a robotic cell. Compatible with Fiber, Hybrid, or Green source.
  • TOUCH SCREEN
    Just press the touch screen and the LW2 laser engraving machine enclosure takes care of the rest! The door closes automatically, the automated laser cutter is positioned at the right focus height, the marking is done in a few seconds and the door opens. This laser station does not require training. All you have to do is prepare your marking sheets and load them into the station via the USB port.
     
  • COMPLETLY SAFE LASER MARKING SYSTEM
    The safety of the operator is our priority. The laser marking station is certified as class 1 laser products, meeting all safety requirements, allowing use in unrestricted environments: integrated fail-safe relay, protective glass, door closure security, emergency stop, door fitted with sensors and anti-pinch system, integrated extraction and filtration solution to protect users from dust and smoke. Mechanic and electronics are fully protected in a sealed box. Integrated alarms and controls.
     
  • FLEXIBLE MARKING STATION
    Large marking area laser marking system with 3 sided door, marking of a large variety of parts, from small to big parts, from simple to complex shapes. LW2 laser engraving machine enclosure is compatible with all laser sources to offer you the possibility to mark on any type of material. We propose 2 software choices for the creation and control of your marking station to adapt to your needs and various and varied applications: Lasertrace & Laserstyle.

Technical Specifications

Motorized and programmable Z-axis
Part size up to 345mm high.

Spacious working area (L x W)
502 mm (19.7 in) x 477mm (18.7 in)
With mounting holes for accessories.

Automatic door
Opening / closing time: 2 sec

Certified Class 1, maximum safety

  • Automatic door with sensors, anti-pinch and locking safety systems.
  • Certified protective viewing glass (180 x 280 mm) for viewing markings without protective glasses.
  • Emergency stop button.

General

Sources laser
Fiber, Hybrid, Green
Use rate
Fully automatic
Adapted for high use rate

Marking Capacity

Marking area max
205 mm (8 in) x 205 mm (8 in)
Max object height
322 mm (12.6 in)
Object weight
25 kg (55 lbs)

LW2 FIBER LW2 Green LW2 HYBRID
Model

LW2 Fiber

LW2 Green

LW2 Hybrid

Laser Technology

Fiber

DPSS

DPSS

Max. object size (L x W x H)

502 mm (19.76 in) x 477 mm (18.77 in) x 322 mm (12.67 in) (depending on the focal length)

502 mm (19.76 in) x 477 mm (18.77 in) x 322 mm (12.67 in) (depending on the focal length)

502 mm (19.76 in) x 477 mm (18.77 in) x 322 mm (12.67 in) (depending on the focal length)

Max. object weight

25 kg (55 lbs)

25 kg (55 lbs)

25 kg (55 lbs)

Power

20W / 30W / 50W

5W

10W / 20W

Power Peak

10 kW

70 kW

60 kW

Dimensions (L x W x H)

600 mm (23.62 in) x 622 mm (24.48 in) x 772 mm (30.39 in)

600 mm (23.62 in) x 622 mm (24.48 in) x 772 mm (30.39 in)

600 mm (23.62 in) x 622 mm (24.48 in) x 772 mm (30.39 in)

Frequency

Up to 2-200 Khz

Up to 10-100 Khzz

Up to 10-100 Khz

Speed

Up to 10,000 mm/s (393.7 in/s)

Up to 3,000 mm/s (118.11 in/s)

Up to 3,000 mm/s (118.11 in/s)

Z axis type

Motorized & Programmable

Motorized & Programmable

Motorized & Programmable

Operating Temperature

10-40°C

15-35°C

15°-35°C

Marking Area - Available lenses

F100: 65 mm (2.56 in) x 65 mm (2.56 in)
F160: 110 mm (4.33 in) x 110 mm (4.33 in)
F254: 175 mm (6.89 in) x 175 mm (6.89 in)
F330: 205 mm (8.07 in) x 205 mm (8.07 in)

F100: 65 mm (2.56 in) x 65 mm (2.56 in)

F100: 65 mm (2.56 in) x 65 mm (2.56 in)

Z axis stroke

295mm (11.61 in)

295mm (11.61 in)

295mm (11.61 in)

Door type

Automatic

Automatic

Automatic

Communication interfaces (standard)

Ethernet TCP/IP; Terminal block 8I / 8O; Laser Safety Dedicated I/O; RS232; USB

Ethernet TCP/IP; Terminal block 8I / 8O; Laser Safety Dedicated I/O; RS232; USB

Ethernet TCP/IP; Terminal block 8I / 8O; Laser Safety Dedicated I/O; RS232; USB

Laser safety classification

Class 1 Door Closed / Class 2M door open (Aiming Diode)

Class 1 Door Closed / Class 2M door open (Aiming Diode)

Class 1 Door Closed / Class 2M door open (Aiming Diode)

Power consumption rate

800W

800W

800W

Machine weight (without laser)

60Kg (132.28 lbs)

60Kg (132.28 lbs)

60Kg (132.28 lbs)

Software

Lasertrace/Gravostyle

Lasertrace/Gravostyle

Lasertrace/Gravostyle

Humidity level

10-85%

10-85%

10-85%

Rated voltage

100 - 240 VA

100 - 240 VA

100 - 240 VA

Unit marking done with laser marking station

The LW2 offers a number of setting aids on the touch screen for individual use:

  • Easily find the focal length thanks to the focusing diodes. Simply join the two laser spots by adjusting the laser height with the motorized axis.
  • The automated laser cutter itself to the focal length at the start. You only have to enter the part height directly on the screen.
  • Thanks to the simulation mode, the station shows you the exact positioning of your future marking directly on the part.
Automated laser ideal for batch marking

LW2 is fully programmable to become an automated laser marking station:

  • All the marking files are pre-loaded by the supervisor.
  • The entire marking process is programmable: marking information, part height, time stamping, serialization, door opening/closing, I/O activation, etc...
  • The LW2 can then switch to operator mode.
  • No risk of errors, training free, just press a single button to start the next marking

The production mode allows you to go further in managing the traceability of your batches by connecting to your internal databases.

You thus connect the content of the marking to your databases and the history of the marked parts for an easier production process.

LW2 - Cobot

The industrial laser engraver is controlled remotely, thanks to dedicated and programmable I/Os. It can be integrated into a robotic cell and associated with robots or cobots. The speed of door opening/closing has been optimized (2s) as well as the durability of our components to allow mass marking in a difficult environment. This allows you to feel secure about integrating our industrial laser engraver on your production line. Gravotech offers you a ready-to-integrate package.

Jewelry engraving accessories for laser stations

LW2 in Jewelry

Rotary device
In jewelry, most objects are cylindrical. By adding a rotary device to your LW2, you complete your offer in jewelry personalization. 
Engrave on the outside and inside of rings.

 

Pin table
Create an air flow under your base material during laser cutting to prevent overheating. By using the cutting pin table, you raise your material by 2 cm and avoid heat deformation, beam returns and colour degradation.

 

50W laser
With LW2, combine the speed of galvo technology and the power of a 50 Watt laser source. Be comfortable when cutting and fast when engraving for maximum efficiency.
 

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This laser engraver can handle more than 30 materials

FIBER HYBRID GREEN
ORGANICS
Ceramic​​
Electrical and Medical Ceramic
Leather
Paper​​, Cardboard, Cork
Rubber​​
Silicon
Wood, Varnished Wood
PLASTICS
ABS​​
Laminates​​
PA
PE, BET
PMMA, Acrylic
POM - PBT
PP
PC
Foam​​
METAL
Aluminum
Anodized Aluminum​​
Brass​​
Carbide
Coated Metal
Copper
Gold, Silver, Nickel, Platinum
Stainless Steel​​
Steel
Titanium
= Marking / Etching
= Cutting
= Engraving / Deep marking