Laser printing & marking machine for led bulb Logo printing, Traceability unique code & technical specifications for you

Light bulbs, often known as lamps in the industry, are available in a wide range of sizes, shapes, and temperatures (colors) to accommodate a wide range of fixtures with varying bases and other factors. 

All these bulbs or LEDs need laser printing for Branding, Traceability, and technical specification engraving, including incandescent and halogen bulbs, CFL, Linear, HID fluorescent bulbs and LED bulbs. 

 

Why led bulb laser printing machine for branding? or how Laser etching helps to create the brand image?

Laser marking or laser etching or laser engraving is known as Laser printing. 

The Laser printing technology creates permanent marks on the body frame of LED. 

The laser marker removes material from the surface of an object. 

The direct printing systems method is applicable on almost any type of substrate. It proves as the ideal solution for the Electrical LED bulb industry where there is a requirement of permanent marking for LED bulb part identification and traceability.

The LED identification is possible with a DataMatrix or a QR code, also known as Quique code. There is an infinite number of Industrial applications which is possible on the LED surface. All the Challenges on the curve complex Body of LED are not easy. Laser printer gives the flexibility to mark on different curvature. The applications of Laser marking/printing are mentioned below.

• Text(Technical specification like the power, voltage, current .)
• Logos: Brand logo and the Safety symbols, trademarks
• Date, time, or sometimes the MRP  
• Alphanumeric Serial numbers for the identification or to identify the type and model of the LED bulbs
• Barcodes & 2D Data Matrix codes for Unquie identification so that their won’t be any warranty issue
• printing of Other important manufacturing information

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN LASER PRINTING AND LASER ENGRAVING ON LED?

Although the method laser printing/etching and laser engraving are frequently used interchangeably, there are several key differences.

The vital difference between the methods is when the same printer marks deep with increased power and repeated laser marking on the same LED plastic material, it will lead to the melting of the plastic. It is known is deep laser engraving on LED bulbs.

The approach you choose is determined by the marking you wish to attain. For example, some post-processing procedures, such as galvanizing, require more mark depth to maintain marking quality and legibility. Certain sectors also need specific marking depths to satisfy regulatory requirements.

• Laser printing/Etching 0.0001 in. Deep marking
• A basic Laser Engraving 0.0001 – 0.005 in. Depth
• Deep Laser Engraving > 0.005 in. Depth with melt the plastic on LED

The recommendation is to laser etch the Surface of the LED

WHAT are different LASER printing /marking technologies that will make these marks On LED bulbs?

Apart from the marking procedure, laser printing technology is essential in achieving your desired final mark. While numerous factors influence your laser engraving machine selection, there are a few popular laser etching and engraving technologies.

• Fiber laser printing machine for LED bulb printing: Fiber laser printer prints a wide range of Substrates. The Products and components of different sizes and substrates are easy to print. In metals: steel, titanium, aluminum, copper, ceramics, and some plastics such as PVC, ABS, NYLON 66, PC. The BULB LED is made up of a PC. The Fiber laser marker is the best option from an economic viewpoint. It is best to integrate into the standalone laser printer where the production is less.

• CO2 laser marking machine for LED BULB: It’s an Ideal Laser marker for wood for branding on decorative or personalization, glass printing like high-speed printing on Corona Vaccine tube, Logo in industrial rubber component. It can mark on all the plastics, cardboard, and product packaging. It gives a subtle good effect on FMCG products if high-speed automation and marking are required for marking on the bulb with no human intervention. Quite expensive but increases the speed and reduced the time once integrated into the automation.
• Ultra-short pulsed laser printer delivers sharper marks for lighter etching applications. It is not recommended for Marking on LED
• Green Laser marking machine and UV laser marking machine : has a Shorter wavelength laser printer. It is for heat-sensitive substrates, including some plastic, special glass, and ceramic. Thus, it Minimizes heat damage for fast, clean, hygienic marks. It gives a very Great Marking feel. Pleasing to eyes. But will slow down the process of marking. And in the case of the bulb, very high-quality marking on the bulb’s body is not required. and these laser markers are very expensive.

What is the difference between branding and printing by using a laser marking machine and Pad printing machine or a screen printing machine?

• The common person won’t understand the difference between laser printing machines and pad printing machines. 
• There is a huge difference between a laser, pad, screen printing machine.
• The laser Marking machine prints a mark that removes the material of the substrates. Scientifically it changes the chemical composition of the substrate top surfaces. 
• Laser marking machine consists of a laser source that 100000 plus hours of life and consistency if it is a good source. And the Optics and lens that decide the working area. 
• No other thing or consumable is required for Laser printing. 
• It is a completely environmentally friendly machine. However, fume comes out of the substrate while laser marking. We can have a fume extraction system to suck all the fumes.
• On the Other hand, Pad printing is also an amazing machine for printing on various parts in almost all industries for branding.
• But there is a disadvantage with pad printing machines. Pad printing machine needs Inks. The Ink fades away immediately if the ink quality is not good or it fades away with time. Sooner or later. 
• Pad printing inks are harmful to the environment and cause soil pollution. 
• Pad printing machines always need inks. The inks become a recurring cost to the customer.
• The pad deteriorates its quality with time very fast within months. Again a recurring cost on the machine.
• The inks need Solvent and additive like hardner, thinner, or an adhesion modifier. All the mentioned substance is an additional cost. 
• At last, the pad printing machine needs the die or cliche plate, which is again made by laser marking/engraving machine or Chemical etching machine. 
• Traceability code is not printable with pad printing and is of no use as it is not readable and not permanent.
• On the other hand, screen printing machines need Screen frames and specialized machines for different types of components and sizes. Also, need inks as a consumable. 
• The laser marking machine has its software where any artwork is installed and ready to mark on an LED bulb.
• As a result, laser technology’s key qualities are execution speed and adaptability. 
• Without manufacturing line delays or lengthy curing/drying processes, designs may be changed or updated in a short amount of time.
• When the concern is the shape of the item marked, it’s worth noting that it’s possible to mark flat surfaces and curved surfaces 3D objects.
•  All that is necessary is a suitable working station and a multi-axis system.
• So, what materials are marked with a Laser printer? There are several materials to choose from, including aluminum, stainless steel, ceramics, wood, glass, plastics, and fabrics.
• Even at high speeds of manufacturing, the amount of detail and precision in the design is considerably higher than what traditional technics can give in terms of aesthetic quality. However, the color pallet is limited in this situation.
• Serial numbers, QR codes, manufacturing dates, and other technical characteristics, data, or information can all be marked automatically during production.

• So keep in mind that digitization has arrived! No more screens, solvents, or curing; automate your process and simplify it!

Why is there a need to have laser printed Traceability code on the LED bulb.?

Case1: An LED (maker) sources a component from numerous vendors through a supply chain. LED maker makes a product out of the components, which he subsequently sells to end-users. Warranty expenses are incurred when a component malfunctions in the field. The warranty costs will be shared among the supply chain participants. The OEM is responsible for a predetermined proportion of overall warranty costs, with the remainder based on traceability. They are equally shared by the suppliers without traceability, as the originating suppliers of faulty items cannot be recognized. However, they may be traced back to the defective component’s original vendors via traceability.

Case 2:  the customer has bought the LED, and He writes on the product the date of purchase with the ink marker. 

The customer is clever; he brings another defective LED bulb to the shop after two days, stating that the bulb you have sold to him was defective with the same date marking on it. It results in the need to create a data matrix code on the body of the LED. That means when the Datamatrix unique code is assigned to that particular LED bulb, then the code can be changed or duplicat]cy of the code is not possible.

What are some of the led bulb laser printing machines and automation?

Standalone Laser printing Machine for Manual Printing:

• Standalone laser printing machine for led bulb is Fiber laser engraving machine. 
• A desktop model that comes with no need for maintenance, no consumables required, great stability, and long working life of 100,000 hours.
• Just by keeping the bulb on a customized fixture.
• led bulb laser printing machine price is approximate: $4000 ~ $7000

Laser Marking Machine with Manual Loading with multiple indexing station:

• The laser marking automation is one for high production needs and to mark traceability code over the LED bulb body. 
• It consists of a dual-head laser marker. And the slots are provided to add more laser marker if the production needs are more.
• The bulbs are fed to the laser marking system with a linear leaner conveyer. 
• There is a part sensor that detects that the LED bulb is present or not. 
• The laser fires precisely on the down surface of the LED bulb.
• The Laser marking happens from both sides, front and back.
• There is an automatic unloading system that won’t damage the bulb.
• The data is easily integrable with the Database management system. 
• Automatic laser printing machine for led bulb price: $35000 to $70 000 

Laser Marking Machine with Manual Loading with multiple indexing station:

• The laser marking automation is one for high production needs and to mark traceability code over the LED bulb body. 
• It consists of a dual-head laser marker. And the slots are provided to add more laser marker if the production needs are more.
• The bulbs are fed to the laser marking system with a linear leaner conveyer. 
• There is a part sensor that detects that the LED bulb is present or not. 
• The laser fires precisely on the down surface of the LED bulb.
• The Laser marking happens from both sides, front and back.
• There is an automatic unloading system that won’t damage the bulb.
• The data is easily integrable with the Database management system. 
• Automatic laser printing machine for led bulb price: $35000 to $70 000 

Laser Marking on rotary Chuck for Printing on the Entire Circumferential Printing area of the LED BULB.

• Where there is no huge demand for LED bulb printing, we may use a Fiber laser marker with an Option rotary chuck.
•  It is helpful to print all over the circumferential area of the LED base.
• The Servo or stepper rotary chuck rotates Syn with the laser marker. 
• It creates artwork on the surface of the LED bulb with ease.

led bulb laser printing machine with rotary attachment: 5000$ to 7000 $

8 or 6 station rotary indexing Laser marking Automation for LED bulb marking

• These types of laser printing machines for led bulbs are called specialized laser marking automation.
• It consists of a 6 to 8 Station rotary indexing table
• With manual loading and unloading, the process becomes the most reliable and easy to handle machine for high-speed laser marking.

price is around 20000 to 35000 $

 

Conclusion: Heatsign is an experienced leader in Marking solution for printing on LED. and have served the industry for a decade. Our R & D and appliance team is ready to build a specialized solution for LED printing. 

We are constantly growing. We believe that our service and support are the backbones for which we are known in the market. We want to keep a long-term relationship with our clients. We serve the industry, especially OEMs, the right product for their need. We believe the over-engineered products unnecessarily increases the cost of the machine. Our specialized team works on designing the right solution according to the requirements to be fulfilled. To Learn more about laser marking and printing on LED, please email us info@heatsign.com