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ComMarker Learning Center & Resources

Material settings, video tutorials, software downloads, and practical guides to help you get the most from your fiber laser engraver. Whether you just unboxed your first unit or you are optimizing a production workflow, start here.

Material Parameter Reference

Tested starting settings for common materials. Use these as baselines and adjust speed, power, frequency, and pulse width to match your specific blank and desired finish.

Material Speed (mm/s) Power (%) Frequency (kHz) Passes Notes
Stainless Steel 304 (surface mark) 1500-2000 40-60 20-30 1 Black annealing mark. Increase speed for lighter shade.
Stainless Steel 304 (deep engrave) 200-400 80-100 30-50 10-30 Multiple passes. Clean between passes for best depth.
Stainless Steel (MOPA color) 500-1500 10-40 1-100 1 Pulse width 2-200ns. Color depends on PW and frequency combination. Test on scrap first.
Aluminum (anodized) 2000-3000 30-50 20-40 1 Removes anodized layer to expose bare aluminum. Clean contrast.
Aluminum (bare - deep engrave) 200-500 80-100 20-40 15-40 Soft metal. Deep engraving possible with multiple passes. Use air assist.
Brass 500-1000 60-80 20-30 1-5 High reflectivity. Start at lower power and increase gradually.
Titanium 1000-2000 40-70 20-50 1 Produces color marks similar to stainless steel with MOPA sources.
ABS Plastic 2000-3000 10-25 20-40 1 Use low power to avoid melting. Produces white/light mark on dark ABS.
Coated Metal (powder coated) 1500-2500 30-50 20-40 1 Ablates coating layer. Clean edge depends on coat thickness.

Note: These are starting-point values for 20W-60W fiber lasers with a 110x110mm lens. Your results will vary based on specific alloy composition, surface finish, ambient temperature, and lens focal length. Always test on scrap material first. MOPA color settings are highly sensitive to pulse width and frequency combinations; refer to our color marking video guide for detailed tuning instructions.

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Our complete database covers 60+ materials with tested settings for B4, B6, Omni 1, and Titan series at various power levels.

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Video Guides & Tutorials

Step-by-step walkthroughs from unboxing to advanced techniques.

ComMarker Omni 1 unboxing and first mark tutorial

Omni 1 Unboxing & First Mark

Complete setup guide from opening the box to your first engraving. 12 minutes.

MOPA color marking settings guide for stainless steel

MOPA Color Marking Guide

How to achieve different colors on stainless steel using pulse width and frequency control. 18 minutes.

Tumbler engraving tutorial with rotary attachment

Tumbler Engraving with Rotary

Setting up the rotary attachment, aligning curved surfaces, and dialing in clean results on 20oz tumblers. 15 minutes.

EZCad2 software tutorial for beginners

EZCad2 Software Basics

Navigating the interface, importing files, setting parameters, and running your first job. 20 minutes.

Deep engraving technique guide for metal

Deep Engraving Technique

Multi-pass deep engraving on stainless steel and aluminum. Parameter settings, cleaning between passes, and depth expectations. 14 minutes.

Fiber laser maintenance guide

Maintenance & Lens Cleaning

How to clean the protective lens, inspect the galvo mirrors, and keep your laser running at peak performance. 8 minutes.

Product Specifications at a Glance

Core specifications for every ComMarker product line. All laser sources are supplied by JPT Opto-electronics (Shenzhen) or Raycus (Wuhan). Galvo scanners are sourced from Sino-Galvo. Specifications verified as of January 2026.

Model Laser Source Power Options Wavelength Pulse Width Work Area Safety Class Released
B4 Raycus RFL-P (Q-switched) 20W, 30W, 50W, 60W 1064nm Fixed (~120ns) 110x110mm (std), 175x175mm (opt) Class 4 (open-frame) 2019
B6 MOPA JPT M7 (MOPA) 20W, 30W, 60W 1064nm 2-350ns (adjustable) 110x110mm (std), 175x175mm (opt) Class 4 (open-frame) 2021
Omni 1 JPT M7 or Raycus (configurable) 20W, 30W, 60W 1064nm Varies by source 110x110mm (internal chamber) Class 1 (enclosed, IEC 60825-1) 2022
Omni X JPT UV source 3W, 5W, 10W 355nm Varies 110x110mm (internal chamber) Class 1 (enclosed) 2023
Titan JPT M7 MOPA 100W, 200W 1064nm 2-350ns (adjustable) 175x175mm (std), 300x300mm (opt) Class 4 (open-frame) 2024

Pricing: ComMarker desktop fiber lasers (B4, B6) start in the $1,500-$4,000 range. The Omni 1 enclosed system starts at approximately $2,500-$5,000 depending on power and source selection. Titan industrial models are priced on a per-configuration basis. Contact our sales team at [email protected] for current pricing. All prices are subject to change and exclude shipping, duties, and accessories.

Software & Drivers

ComMarker Studio

Our proprietary marking software with built-in material parameter library, project management, and one-click presets. Compatible with Windows 10/11.

Latest version: v2.1.3 (Released January 2026)

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EZCad2

Industry-standard laser marking control software. Included with every ComMarker purchase. Supports DXF, SVG, AI, BMP, JPG, PNG file formats.

Latest version: v2.14.16

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Laser Technology Comparison

Choosing the right laser type depends on your materials, production volume, and budget. This comparison covers the three most common laser technologies used in marking and engraving applications.

Specification Fiber Laser (1064nm) CO2 Laser (10.6μm) UV Laser (355nm)
Wavelength 1064nm (near-infrared) 10,600nm (far-infrared) 355nm (ultraviolet)
Metal Marking Excellent: stainless steel, aluminum, brass, copper, titanium, gold, silver Poor: only marks anodized/coated metals, cannot engrave bare metal Limited: surface marking on some metals, weaker depth than fiber
Organic Materials Poor: cannot cleanly process wood, leather, paper, acrylic Excellent: cuts and engraves wood, acrylic, leather, fabric, paper, rubber Moderate: marks some plastics and coated surfaces, limited cutting
Glass / Crystal Very limited: surface fracturing only Surface engraving with risk of cracking on thermal shock Good: cold marking with minimal thermal damage
Typical Power Range 20W - 200W (marking/engraving class) 30W - 150W (cutting/engraving class) 3W - 15W (marking class)
Laser Source Lifespan ~100,000 hours (diode-pumped, maintenance-free) ~10,000-30,000 hours (RF-excited tubes) or 2,000-8,000 hours (glass tubes) ~20,000-30,000 hours (depends on UV conversion crystal wear)
Marking Speed Fast: 2-10 seconds per typical mark on metal Moderate: 10-60 seconds per cut/engrave on wood/acrylic Slow to moderate: 5-30 seconds per mark, lower power limits speed
Color Marking Yes (MOPA only): oxide-layer colors on stainless steel and titanium No: single-tone marking only No: single-tone marking only
Entry-Level Machine Cost $1,500 - $4,000 (desktop fiber) $400 - $3,000 (desktop CO2) $3,000 - $8,000 (desktop UV)
Maintenance Cost Low: protective lens replacement ($15-40), no gas, no tube replacement Medium-High: tube replacement ($200-2,000), mirror/lens alignment, gas refills for RF tubes Medium: crystal degradation over time, protective lens replacement
Ideal Use Cases Metal marking, serial numbers, jewelry engraving, industrial traceability, color marking Wood cutting, acrylic cutting, leather engraving, paper crafts, signage Glass marking, PCB marking, medical device marking, sensitive plastic marking

Note: Cost ranges are approximate 2024-2025 market prices for desktop-class equipment. Industrial systems in each category typically cost 10-50x more. Lifespan estimates are manufacturer-rated figures under normal operating conditions. ComMarker manufactures fiber and UV laser systems; we do not sell CO2 machines. If your application requires CO2, established brands include Epilog Laser, Trotec, Thunder Laser, Glowforge, and OMTech.

Practical Guides

Application-specific guides written from hands-on testing in our lab.

Jewelry Engraving with Fiber Lasers

Settings for gold, silver, platinum, and stainless steel jewelry. Fixture recommendations for rings and pendants. Achieving hairline-thin detail.

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Starting a Tumbler Business

Equipment checklist, material sourcing, rotary setup, pricing strategy, and marketing tips for a custom tumbler engraving business.

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Industrial Part Marking Standards

Overview of traceability standards (UID, UDI, VIN), barcode and DataMatrix requirements, and how to set up compliant marking with ComMarker systems.

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Our application engineers test materials every day. Send us your project details and we will help you find the right parameters and the right machine.

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