Why Lasers Are the Best Way To Mark Wires

Industrial operators have numerous methods to choose from when marking wires and cables, including hot stamping, ink jet printing, shrink tubes, flags, and more. Below, we’ll explain why lasers are the best way to mark wires due to their efficiency, safety, and more.

Efficiency

One of the many benefits of UV laser marking for wires and cables is the speed and efficiency of the process. Unlike other methods, like hot stamping or inkjet printing, laser wire marking doesn’t require consumables and requires less operator input for a more automated and efficient process.

If you’re marking a high volume of wires, the fast, efficient, and mostly automated process of UV laser wire marking is the best balance of output, efficiency, and speed.

Safety

Another benefit of laser wire marking is that it’s the safest option for everyone. As we discussed, laser wire marking is fast and requires little operator input, so there’s less chance of a worker having to intervene and putting themselves in harm’s way.

Plus, wire marking is less damaging to the wire compared to other methods, like hot stamping. Instead of permanently altering the surface of the wire, laser marking alters the chemical composition of the surface to create a permanent mark without harming its structural integrity.

Durability

When marking wires, the marks must be permanent and durable, and that’s also why lasers are the best way to mark wires. Laser marking provides permanent, durable marks that won’t fade, smear, or degrade over time.

Inkjet printing, on the other hand, always carries the problem of smearing immediately after the mark is applied, and the ink could degrade after years of use. There are no such concerns with laser wire marking, as the laser alters the chemical surface of the wire itself to create a permanent mark that will never smear or fade.

Versatility

Lastly, wire marking is common in many industries because the method is so versatile. UV lasers can be carefully adjusted for the material it’s marking to ensure it creates a permanent mark without harming the wire’s integrity.

Some examples of wire cables compatible with laser wire marking include:

• Shielded cable
• Fiber optics cable
• Twisted pair cable
• Ribbon electric cable

Operators can rest assured that laser wire marking is compatible with whatever type of wire they need to mark.

Where To Get a Laser Marking System

If you’re interested in wire marking systems, you’ve come to the right place. Tri-Star Technologies has a wide selection of laser marking systems that create permanent, non-damaging marks efficiently and at low operating costs. Browse our selection or contact our expert staff today if you have any questions.