What is Fiber Laser Engraving?
Fiber laser engraving uses a high-powered fiber optic laser beam to permanently mark or engrave surfaces. Unlike CO2 lasers, fiber lasers are specifically optimized for metals and hard materials, producing incredibly precise and permanent marks.
The fiber laser works by amplifying light through a fiber optic cable doped with rare-earth elements. This produces a highly concentrated beam that interacts with metal surfaces to create permanent marks without ink, chemicals, or additional materials.
At The Laser Shop, our fiber laser is one of the most powerful in the Twin Cities — giving us the ability to handle both delicate jewelry work and heavy-duty industrial marking.
FIBER LASER FACTS
- Wavelength: 1064 nanometers
- Best for metals and hard surfaces
- Permanent — will not fade or wear off
- No ink or chemicals required
- Requires a perfectly flat surface
- Extremely precise and detailed
- Fast processing time
“With our Fiber Optic laser we are able to laser engrave on jewelry and metal with incredible precision.”
— The Laser Shop
What Can Fiber Lasers Engrave?
Stainless Steel
Perfect for industrial parts, tools, badges, tags, and custom metal products. Creates a permanent dark mark that will never fade.
Jewelry
Gold, silver, platinum, and other precious metals. Rings, bracelets, necklaces, watches — delicate engraving done with precision.
Copper and Brass
Beautiful contrast marks on copper and brass. Great for decorative pieces, plaques, and custom gifts with a warm metallic finish.
Sterling Silver
Personalized silver jewelry, keepsakes, and gifts. Our fiber laser handles silver beautifully for lasting, detailed engravings.
Aluminum
Asset tags, nameplates, industrial parts, and custom aluminum products. Clean, precise marks that stand up to harsh environments.
Titanium
Medical devices, high-end tools, jewelry, and sports equipment. Fiber lasers produce beautiful color marks on titanium.
Fiber vs CO2 — Which Do You Need?
Choose Fiber Laser For:
- Metals (steel, aluminum, brass, copper)
- Jewelry and precious metals
- Industrial parts and tools
- Hard plastics and some polymers
- Fine detail work requiring precision
Choose CO2 Laser For:
- Wood, leather, and acrylic
- Glass and stone
- Tumblers (Yeti, RTIC, Ozark)
- Marble and granite memorials
- Organic materials
Not sure which laser is right for your project? Just call us at 612-709-4660 or email thelasershop@comcast.net — we’ll point you in the right direction!