60W MOPA fiber laser at our Dallas production shop
MOPA Fiber Laser Engraving on Metal and Plastic
The 60 watt MOPA fiber laser at our Dallas production shop puts permanent, high contrast marks on stainless steel, titanium, aluminum, brass, copper and engineered plastics. A MOPA source lets us tune pulse width as well as power and speed, so we can do what a basic fiber laser cannot: color on stainless, true black on anodized aluminum, and clean marks on plastics that would melt under a standard source.
- 60W MOPA source
- 1064 nm fiber
- Color marking on stainless
- Serials, QR and Data Matrix
- One piece to thousands
What it does
A fiber laser marks by moving a focused 1064 nm beam across the part with high speed scanning mirrors. Nothing touches the surface and no ink is used, so the mark is part of the metal itself. It will not peel, rub off or fade in sun, heat or solvent.
MOPA stands for Master Oscillator Power Amplifier. In plain terms, it means we can change how long each laser pulse lasts. Short pulses give fine, cool marks on plastics and thin coatings. Longer pulses build heat in a controlled way, which is how we grow colored oxide layers on stainless steel and titanium, and how we get a deep, true black on anodized aluminum instead of the gray or white a standard fiber leaves behind.
We run five kinds of mark on this machine: black annealing on stainless with no material removed, color marking on stainless and titanium, ablation that removes anodize, paint or powder coat to show the metal underneath, deep engraving that cuts into the metal for a mark you can feel, and contrast marking on engineered plastics.
Production equipment
OMG MOPA 60W fiber laser
- 60 W MOPA fiber source, 1064 nm wavelength
- Adjustable pulse width, frequency and power for every material
- Galvo scanning head for fast text, logo and code marking
- Air cooled, with fume extraction for metal work
- Sequential serial numbers, QR codes, barcodes and Data Matrix from your list
Paired with a 100W CO2 laser
- Wood, acrylic, leather, glass and stone go on the CO2 laser
- One order can mix metal and non-metal pieces
- See the laser engraving page for the CO2 specs
Full list: production equipment.
Materials
- Stainless steel, including 304 and 316
- Titanium
- Aluminum, bare and anodized in any color
- Brass and copper
- Carbon steel and tool steel
- Chrome and nickel plated parts
- Powder coated and painted metal (coating removal)
- Tungsten carbide
- Engineered plastics: ABS, polycarbonate, nylon and acetal
- Stainless and anodized aluminum business cards
Wood, acrylic, glass, leather and paper are CO2 laser jobs. We run those too, on a 100W CO2 laser.
Sizes
- Marking area
- Flat parts, plates, tags and cards are marked inside the lens field in a single pass. Larger panels are marked in registered sections.
- Part size
- From jewelry and small electronic parts up to tool cases and equipment panels. Give us the dimensions on the quote form and we confirm fit before quoting.
- Detail
- Fine text, logos, photos and 2D codes that scan reliably on small parts.
- Quantity
- One piece to production runs of thousands, with variable data on every part.
Turnaround
- Quote
- Usually within one business day
- Standard
- 3 to 5 business days after proof approval
- Production runs
- 50 to 500 pieces typically 5 to 10 business days
- Rush
- Available on most jobs, quoted per order
Applications
Asset and equipment tags
Stainless and anodized aluminum tags with serials, barcodes and QR codes that survive the shop floor.
Part marking and traceability
Serial numbers, lot and date codes and Data Matrix marks on machined parts, tools and fixtures.
Metal business cards
Stainless and anodized aluminum cards with color, black or bright metal marks.
Drinkware and tumblers
Stainless tumblers, flasks and bottles marked through powder coat or directly on the steel.
Knives, tools and outdoor gear
Blade logos, handle plates, multitools and flashlight bodies.
Jewelry, tags and keepsakes
Pendants, dog tags, bracelets, pet tags and keychains with fine text or photos.
Awards and plaques
Brass, aluminum and stainless plates with deep or color engraving.
Valve, panel and electrical labels
Permanent labels for utilities, plants and electrical rooms.
Shop with instant pricing
How to order
- 1
Send your file and specs
Use our quote form to upload artwork (up to 10 files, 25 MB each) and tell us the material, size and quantity. No artwork yet? Our design team can build it.
- 2
Get a price and a proof
We reply with a firm price, usually within one business day, and a proof showing placement and size. Nothing runs until you approve it.
- 3
We produce and check it
Your job runs through our production network or our Dallas production shop, checked by the same team that quoted it.
- 4
Pickup or ship
Free local pickup in Dallas-Fort Worth, or tracked shipping anywhere in the United States.
What to send
Vector artwork is best: AI, EPS, SVG or PDF with fonts outlined. For serial runs, send a CSV or a numbering rule. For photos, send a high resolution JPG or PNG and we prepare it for the material.
Upload files and request a quoteFrequently asked questions
What does MOPA mean, and why does it matter?
MOPA stands for Master Oscillator Power Amplifier. It lets us adjust the length of each laser pulse, not just power and speed. That control is what makes color marking on stainless steel, true black marks on anodized aluminum and clean marks on heat sensitive plastics possible. A standard fiber laser cannot do those reliably.
Can you engrave color on stainless steel?
Yes. By controlling heat at the surface, the MOPA source grows a thin oxide layer whose color depends on its thickness. We can produce blues, golds, purples, bronzes and blacks on stainless steel and titanium. Exact shades vary with the alloy and finish, so we test on your material first for color critical work.
What is the difference between annealing, ablation and deep engraving?
Annealing darkens stainless steel without removing material, which keeps a smooth surface for medical, food and polished parts. Ablation removes a coating such as anodize, paint or powder coat to show the metal underneath. Deep engraving removes metal itself for a mark you can feel that survives heavy wear.
Can you mark serial numbers, barcodes and QR codes?
Yes. The software generates sequential serials, dates, lot codes, barcodes, QR codes and Data Matrix codes automatically. Send a CSV or your numbering rule and every part gets its own mark.
Will the mark wear off?
No. A fiber laser mark is part of the metal, not a layer on top of it. It holds up to heat, chemicals, abrasion, washing and years of sun.
Is there a minimum order?
No. We engrave single pieces and production runs. Per piece pricing drops as quantity goes up and fixtures can be reused.
Ready to mark your parts?
Send your artwork and part details. We reply with a price and a proof, usually within one business day.