Recommended Power by Application
Still not sure? Here’s a straightforward decision matrix:
| Application | Recommended Power | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Medical UDI marking (annealing) | 20W | Surface mark only, high detail needed |
| Jewelry engraving | 20W | Fine detail, small pieces |
| Stainless steel serial numbers | 20W | Annealing marks, no depth |
| Aluminum data plates | 30W | Better contrast on aluminum |
| Automotive part marking (mixed) | 30W | Versatility for different metals |
| Tool and die engraving | 50W | Required depth for tooling |
| Firearm serialization | 50W | Legal depth compliance |
| Copper connector marking | 50W | Overcome reflectivity |
| High-volume production line | 30W or 50W | Depends on depth requirements |
| Prototyping / job shop | 30W | Best flexibility for unknown work |