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Laser materials

The choice of laser material is key to achieving perfect results with your laser processing. Whether you work in industry, advertising or crafts, it is important to know which laser material is suitable for your laser machine and your specific needs. It's also important to know which materials you should avoid to ensure a safe and efficient process. We offer a large selection of high-quality materials from leading international laser manufacturer Trotec - wood, acrylic, metal, glass, paper and more!

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Laser materials

The choice of laser material is key to achieving perfect results with your laser processing. Whether you work in industry, advertising or crafts, it is important to know which laser material is suitable for your laser machine and your specific needs. It's also important to know which materials you should avoid to ensure a safe and efficient process. We offer a large selection of high-quality materials from leading international laser manufacturer Trotec - wood, acrylic, metal, glass, paper and more!

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Sign material samples

Laser materials

The choice of laser material is key to achieving perfect results with your laser processing. Whether you work in industry, advertising or crafts, it is important to know which laser material is suitable for your laser machine and your specific needs. It's also important to know which materials you should avoid to ensure a safe and efficient process. We offer a large selection of high-quality materials from leading international laser manufacturer Trotec - wood, acrylic, metal, glass, paper and more!

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Sign material samples

Laser materials

We offer a wide range of high-quality laser materials to suit all your needs - from engraving and marking to precision cutting. With our materials, you ensure the best results, durability and a smooth machining process. Discover our range and take your laser machining to the next level!

Questions & Answers (FAQ) about Laser materials

Lasers can be used on a variety of materials such as wood, acrylic, paper, leather, glass, plastic, and some metals. However, it is important to choose materials that are adapted to your laser type (e.g. CO₂, fibre or UV laser) to achieve the best results.

Materials containing PVC or chlorine-based substances should be avoided as they can emit dangerous gases that harm both the operator and the laser machine. Metal with reflective surfaces, such as untreated aluminium, is also a problem as it reflects the laser beam back into the machine, which can damage the laser head. Instead, metals that are treated or painted should be used to achieve the best results.

Other materials that should not be used with lasers:

  • Leather and imitation leather containing chromium (VI)
  • Carbon fibre (carbon)
  • Polyvinyl chloride (PVC)
  • Polyvinyl butyral (PVB)
  • Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE /Teflon)
  • Beryllium oxide
  • All materials containing halogens (fluorine, chlorine, bromine, iodine and astatine), epoxy or phenolic resins

Using the right materials ensures a high-quality finish, efficient processing and minimises the risk of damage to the machine or unhealthy gases. It also makes your end products more professional and durable.

What are laser materials and what types are there?

Laser materials are materials specifically adapted to be processed with laser beams, whether for engraving, marking or cutting. These materials are designed to withstand high heat and intense light pulses without deforming or being damaged, making them ideal for precise and permanent markings.

Common laser materials include:

  • Akrylplast och andra plastmaterial: Perfekt för skyltar, namnskyltar och dekorationer.
  • Trä: Vanligt inom hantverk och möbeltillverkning, där man vill ha en vacker och detaljerad gravyr.
  • Metall: Används ofta inom industrin för att skapa slitstarka och permanenta märken på verktyg, maskindelar eller reklamprodukter.
  • Papper, kork och läder: Perfekt för dekorativa applikationer som inbjudningskort, inredning eller textil- och modeindustrin.

Industries and applications for laser materials

Laser materials are used in a wide variety of industries and applications, and its flexibility makes it a popular solution in many fields. Some examples of industries where laser materials are used are:

  • Reklam och skyltproduktion: För framtagning av anpassade skyltar, namnskyltar och marknadsföringsmaterial.
  • Industrin: Lasermärkning på verktyg, maskiner och delar för spårbarhet och identifiering.
  • Mode och smyckesindustrin: Lasergravering ger exakta och eleganta detaljer på smycken, klockor och accessoarer.
  • Hantverk och DIY-projekt: För personlig anpassning av produkter som trämaterial, glas och plast.

The benefits of the right laser material

By choosing the right laser material for your business, you can ensure that your products have a professional and durable finish. Laser materials provide precise and permanent engravings, without the need for chemicals or tool wear. What's more, laser technology is incredibly fast and efficient, allowing you to produce in higher volumes without compromising on quality.

Investing in high-quality laser materials also gives you the opportunity to offer more applications and solutions to your customers. From exclusive jewellery details to precise industrial markings, laser materials can be tailored to your unique needs, giving you a clear competitive advantage in the market.

Whether you are looking for materials for industrial production or to create creative DIY projects, the right choice of laser material is essential to achieve the best results.

Materials that should not be used with lasers

It is also important to know which materials should not be processed with lasers, as it can lead to harmful results for both you and your machine. PVC (polyvinyl chloride) is an example of a material that should never be used with lasers, as when heated it releases toxic chlorine gases that can be dangerous for both people and machines.

Metal with reflective surfaces, such as untreated aluminium, is also a problem as it reflects the laser beam back into the machine, which can damage the laser head. Instead, metals that are treated or painted should be used to achieve the best results.

Other materials that should not be used with lasers:

  • Leather and imitation leather containing chromium (VI)
  • Carbon fibre (carbon)
  • Polyvinyl chloride (PVC)
  • Polyvinyl butyral (PVB)
  • Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE /Teflon)
  • Beryllium oxide
  • All materials containing halogens (fluorine, chlorine, bromine, iodine and astatine), epoxy or phenolic resins

Contact us and we will help you find the right material for your laser machine and your needs!