Laser engraving: our lasers and materials

In our workshop in Höchst we work with three xTool machines and five laser sources: CO₂, infrared, MOPA fibre, diode and UV. Each suits different materials – so for every piece we choose the technique that gives the cleanest and most durable result.

Our machines

Machine	Laser	Power
xTool P3	CO₂ (10.6 µm)	80 W
xTool P3	IR module (1064 nm)	5 W
xTool F2 Ultra	MOPA fibre (1064 nm)	60 W
xTool F2 Ultra	Diode (455 nm)	40 W
xTool F2 Ultra UV	UV (355 nm)	5 W

CO₂ laser – for wood, glass, leather, slate and acrylic

Our CO₂ laser in the xTool P3 has 80 W and a work area of around 90 × 45 cm. It engraves evenly into non-metallic materials and cuts wood and acrylic – this is how our walnut wooden earrings are made, for example. Large pieces such as signs and cutting boards fit too.

Wood and bamboo: cutting boards, bottle openers, signs, jewellery
Glass: drinking glasses and carafes, engraved with a frosted finish
Leather and cork
Slate: coasters and signs
Acrylic: signs and displays, engraved and cut
Paper and cardboard

MOPA fibre laser and IR module – for metal

For metal we work with the MOPA fibre laser in the xTool F2 Ultra (60 W, 1064 nm). It marks and engraves metal permanently and precisely – from fine logos, names and QR codes to deeper engravings. In addition, the IR module on the P3 (5 W, 1064 nm) handles metal marking.

Stainless steel: travel mugs, pens, key rings, nameplates
Aluminium, including anodised
Brass
Titanium

Diode laser – for fine work on wood and leather

The F2 Ultra also has a blue diode laser (40 W, 455 nm). It engraves quickly and finely on small pieces – such as wooden pens, tags or leather patches.

Wood and bamboo: small parts with fine detail
Leather
Paper and cardboard

UV laser – for glass, ceramics and plastic

The xTool F2 Ultra UV works with short-wave light (5 W, 355 nm) and very little heat – known as cold processing. That makes it suitable for fine lettering and logos on sensitive surfaces, without deforming the material.

Glass and crystal glass: very fine lettering and logos
Ceramics
Many plastics and silicone

Which material with which laser?

Material	Laser	Examples
Wood and bamboo	CO₂ or diode	Cutting boards, bottle openers, signs, earrings
Glass and crystal glass	CO₂ or UV	Drinking glasses, whisky glasses, carafes
Stainless steel, aluminium, brass, titanium	MOPA fibre or IR	Travel mugs, pens, key rings, nameplates
Slate	CO₂	Coasters, signs
Leather and cork	CO₂ or diode	Key rings, cases, patches
Acrylic	CO₂	Signs, displays
Ceramics	UV	Tiles, mugs
Plastics and silicone	UV	Housings, promotional items

For other materials, we are happy to tell you whether and how they can be engraved.

Single piece or series

Whether it is a single name for a gift or a series with your company logo: we engrave single pieces and small series. On request we also engrave your own products. Custom orders start from €25.

How your engraving is made

You send us your idea, your text or your logo.
We recommend the material and laser and send you a preview.
After your approval we engrave it in our workshop. You collect your piece in Höchst.

Frequently asked questions

Is a laser engraving permanent?
Yes. The laser changes the surface of the material itself; no paint is applied. That is why the engraving cannot peel off.

Which file do you need for a logo?
Ideally a vector file (SVG, PDF, AI or EPS). A good PNG or JPG works too – we prepare it for engraving.

Can I have my own product engraved?
Often, yes. Send us a photo or bring it by, and we will tell you which laser suits it.