| Material Type | Recommended Laser Machine | CO₂ | UV | Fiber Laser | Key Remark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HDPE Pipe / Extrusions | CO₂ Laser | ✅ Perfect | ✅ Applicable | ❌ No | Clear marking, no surface damage, ideal for water/gas pipes |
| PVC Pipe & Cable | Low-power CO₂ Laser | ✅ Mandatory | ✅ Fine marking | ❌ No | Low power prevents yellowing & material degradation |
| XLPE Cable Insulation | CO₂ Laser | ✅ Perfect | ✅ Applicable | ❌ No | High temperature resistance, no damage to insulation performance |
| General PE Pipe & Cable | CO₂ Laser | ✅ General use | ✅ Alternative | ❌ No | Cost-effective solution for common PE cable & pipe marking |
| Rubber Cable Jacket | UV Laser | ⚠️ Aging risk | ✅ Best effect | ❌ No | Cold marking, no rubber aging, permanent & clear code |
| Cable Insulation Layer | UV Laser | ⚠️ Damage risk | ✅ Mandatory | ❌ No | Ultra-fine marking, no penetration, insulation performance intact |
| PVC Hose | Low-power CO₂ Laser | ✅ Mandatory | ✅ Fine marking | ❌ No | Low power prevents yellowing & material degradation |
Laser marking uses a focused beam of light to create permanent marks directly on packaging. It's commonly used for: Expiration dates, Batch & lot numbers, Barcodes & QR codes, Product information.