Discover Taumac’s 3D technology and how it is used in laser machines. Learn about its benefits and how it can overcome some of the limitations of traditional laser marking and engraving.
What Is 3D Technology and How Does It Work?
3D technology is an increasingly important solution in the field of laser applications. According to Taumac, it can overcome many of the challenges that standard laser systems are unable to address.
How does it work? By maintaining consistent laser output power while adapting to different surface angles. This is why 3D laser marking and engraving technology is used in Taumac machines to process a wide range of materials, including metals, glass, wood, and plastics.
The main advantages of this technology are the flexibility and adaptability of the laser head, integrated with Taumac 3D software. This allows operators to work directly from the machine’s built-in PC, calculate the curvature of the workpiece, and then proceed with marking or engraving.
The most commonly used laser source is the fiber laser, which focuses a stable laser beam onto a very small spot, allowing materials to be marked and engraved uniformly.
The 3D laser head moves along the Cartesian X, Y, and Z axes and can tilt and rotate, enabling the machine to produce precise, detailed, high-quality results.
The main advantages for those looking for a solution to process irregularly shaped objects include:
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extreme flexibility and adaptability
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ease of use
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speed of execution
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Intuitive Taumac 3D software
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no deformation of the machined part
Watch the video HERE to see how our laser machine with a 3D head works.
Taumac 3D Software
Our experience in laser automation has helped us develop solutions for a wide range of customer needs.
Over the past five years, we have built a team of technicians capable of developing user-friendly, versatile software that supports both 3D and 2.5D processing.
The software can be customized to meet specific customer requirements and may include features such as remote monitoring and access to reports on completed jobs.
For 3D laser marking, a dedicated laser head is installed to follow the workpiece’s profile while keeping the laser beam in focus throughout the process.
Our 3D laser head allows operators to work with two different working areas without changing the focusing lenses:
100 × 100 × 40 mm and 170 × 170 × 70 mm
200 × 200 × 80 mm and 300 × 300 × 80 mm
The working area is adjusted through our software, so the laser head does not need to move when switching between working areas.
The same software also supports 2.5D processing, allowing users to create conical shapes and three-dimensional engravings.
Who Can Benefit from the Taumac 3D Laser Head?
Taumac 3D laser marking and engraving technology can be used in a wide range of applications.
Graphic elements such as logos, codes, decorative patterns, and text can be applied easily to the desired surfaces, helping prevent distortion and damage to the workpiece.
One example is glass processing. This technology is particularly useful for applications that require fast satin-finish engraving while minimizing the risk of damaging the object.
In this case, combining a 3D laser head with a UV laser can be an ideal solution, enabling delicate processing with impressive visual results.
Customizing glasses, for example, is a highly sought-after service that can provide added value for end customers.
The Taumac 3D laser head is therefore an ideal solution for:
- Engraving complex shapes
- Engraving spherical objects
- Engraving technical symbols
- Marking codes on curved profiles
- Marking tubes
- Marking surfaces at different heights