Nanosecond Laser Direct-Part Marking of Data Matrix Symbols on Titanium Alloy Substrates

Article Preview

Abstract:

In the application of laser marking, the biggest challenge is that machine-readable barcodes with superior quality were not marked consistently. To solve this problem, laser direct-part marking Data Matrix barcode experiments were carried out on titanium alloy substrates, using a Q-switched light-pumped Nd:YAG laser. The microstructure of the symbols was analyzed using an environmental scanning electron microscope (ESEM). The internal micro-stresses of the marked areas were analyzed using X-ray diffractometer (XRD). The influence of the pulse frequency on the symbol contrast is analyzed. Results showed the interaction between the laser and the titanium alloy can be found. This can further explain the physical mechanism of laser direct part marking Data Matrix symbols on titanium alloy substrates.

You might also be interested in these eBooks

Info:

Periodical:

Pages:

194-200

Citation:

Online since:

February 2018

Export:

Price:

Permissions CCC:

Permissions PLS:

Сopyright:

© 2018 Trans Tech Publications Ltd. All Rights Reserved

Share:

Citation:

* - Corresponding Author

[1] N. Sanner, N. Huot, and E. Audouard: Optics and Lasers in Engineering, 45(2007): 737.

Google Scholar

[2] S. Valette, E. Audouard, and R. Le Harzic: Applied Surface Science, 239(2005): 381.

Google Scholar

[3] B. S. Yilbas, S. Z. Shuja, and S. M. A. Khan: Optics and Laser Technology, 43(2011): 754.

Google Scholar

[4] A. A. Peligrad, E. Zhou, and D. Morton: Optics & Laser Technology, 33(2001): 7.

Google Scholar

[5] A. A. Peligrad, E. Zhou, and D. Morton: Journal of Laser Applications, 14(2002): 31.

Google Scholar

[6] C. Leone, S. Genna, and G. Caprino: Materials Processing Technology, 210(2010): 1297.

Google Scholar