LightWriter with EZCAD: Changing the Fiber Laser Marking Equation

MECCO&#;s launch of its LightWriter&#; with EZCAD series of benchtop fiber laser engravers offers manufacturers a best-of-all-worlds solution: a way to preserve customer files within the EZCAD software ecosystem while upgrading to superior MECCO laser engraver performance, service, and scalability.

The LightWriter with EZCAD Laser Marking Workstations, available in Class IV, 600 and 800 series, allows you to retain existing laser marking job files built with white-label software (MiniLase&#; Pro and Lightburn), and preserve essential parameters (laser power, speed, frequency, and focus settings) to ensure precise and efficient materials marking.

MECCO provides full-service technical support. MECCO stocks compatible components (lasers, scan heads) that allow us to service existing TYKMA MiniLase&#;, Zetalase&#; systems, and other laser marker providers that use EZCAD-based software.

Benefits to Manufacturers of LightWriter with EZCAD

EZCAD remains a popular professional marking software used for fiber laser marking by many manufacturers and businesses. The LightWriter with EZCAD is capable of creating a wide range of marks , such as QR codes and barcodes, and can be used as an independent CAD and graphics processing package. EZCAD's image processing functions, compatibility, and text processing can ensure accurate engraving results, even for detailed, high-resolution graphics. 

MECCO&#;s LightWriter with EZCAD allows manufacturers to configure the settings based on the material and the desired marking depth. This includes adjusting the focal length and position of the laser beam, as well as the power levels and speed. Correctly configuring these settings can enhance the overall accuracy of the process. 

Fiber laser marking technology such as MECCO&#;s LightWriter with EZCAD excels in marking non-organic materials like metal or plastic in applications that require greater contrast in your mark.

Safety reminder: fiber lasers, at 1 micron wavelength, must be in a separate room or enclosure with doors and must also follow the CDRH (Center for Devices and Radiological Health) safety considerations to make sure anyone working around it is safe.

Laser Marking Capabilities of LightWriter with EZCAD

The LightWriter with EZCAD all-in-one laser marking systems provide versatility and safety across various industries that demand repeatable and reliable product marking and traceability. 

Fiber marking lasers offer a wide range of capabilities and produce a high-quality mark to engrave serial numbers, bar codes, 2D Data Matrix, and graphics on various materials. LightWriter with EZCAD delivers high-quality marks across a range of surfaces and materials including:

• Steel
• Titanium
• Aluminum
• Copper
• Ceramics
• Most plastics

Laser part marking technology supports all types of manufacturing, from automotive to aerospace, medical device, and electronic components industries. Demand remains strong in response to the need of manufacturers and requirements of federal regulations that components and products be traceable throughout their lifecycle.
 

Trust a Market Leader

MECCO has long been a market leader in industrial benchtop fiber laser engravers. We also offer a full range of traceability and laser marking solutions, including OEM, benchtop, and custom turnkey systems. If you&#;re marking on plastic or anodized aluminum and are looking for a higher contrast mark, look at the SMARTmark® OEM Fiber Laser Marking Machine featuring

MECCO has always stood apart as a supplier of solutions for traceability, not just a tool maker. Our product catalog includes standard machines to engineered solutions, enabling you to easily configure a solution that meets your specific needs. 

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MECCO&#;s launch of its LightWriter&#; with EZCAD series of benchtop fiber laser engravers offers manufacturers a best-of-all-worlds solution: a way to preserve customer files within the EZCAD software ecosystem while upgrading to superior MECCO laser engraver performance, service, and scalability.The LightWriter with EZCAD Laser Marking Workstations, available in Class IV, 600 and 800 series, allows you to retain existing laser marking job files built with white-label software (MiniLase&#; Pro and Lightburn), and preserve essential parameters (laser power, speed, frequency, and focus settings) to ensure precise and efficient materials marking.MECCO provides full-service technical support. MECCO stocks compatible components (lasers, scan heads) that allow us to service existing TYKMA MiniLase&#;, Zetalase&#; systems, and other laser marker providers that use EZCAD-based software.EZCAD remains a popular professional marking software used for fiber laser marking by many manufacturers and businesses. The LightWriter with EZCAD is capable of creating a wide range of marks , such as QR codes and barcodes, and can be used as an independent CAD and graphics processing package. EZCAD's image processing functions, compatibility, and text processing can ensure accurate engraving results, even for detailed, high-resolution graphics.MECCO&#;s LightWriter with EZCAD allows manufacturers to configure the settings based on the material and the desired marking depth. This includes adjusting the focal length and position of the laser beam, as well as the power levels and speed. Correctly configuring these settings can enhance the overall accuracy of the process.Fiber laser marking technology such as MECCO&#;s LightWriter with EZCAD excels in marking non-organic materials like metal or plastic in applications that require greater contrast in your mark.Safety reminder: fiber lasers, at 1 micron wavelength, must be in a separate room or enclosure with doors and must also follow the CDRH (Center for Devices and Radiological Health) safety considerations to make sure anyone working around it is safe.The LightWriter with EZCAD all-in-one laser marking systems provide versatility and safety across various industries that demand repeatable and reliable product marking and traceability.Fiber marking lasers offer a wide range of capabilities and produce a high-quality mark to engrave serial numbers, bar codes, 2D Data Matrix, and graphics on various materials. LightWriter with EZCAD delivers high-quality marks across a range of surfaces and materials including:Laser part marking technology supports all types of manufacturing, from automotive to aerospace, medical device, and electronic components industries. Demand remains strong in response to the need of manufacturers and requirements of federal regulations that components and products be traceable throughout their lifecycle.MECCO has long been a market leader in industrial benchtop fiber laser engravers. We also offer a full range of traceability and laser marking solutions, including OEM, benchtop, and custom turnkey systems. If you&#;re marking on plastic or anodized aluminum and are looking for a higher contrast mark, look at the SMARTmark® OEM Fiber Laser Marking Machine featuring diode-pumped laser technology . With as much as three times the power of conventional fiber lasers, this laser delivers short pulses that create clean, crisp marks with minimal surface disruption.MECCO has always stood apart as a supplier of solutions for traceability, not just a tool maker. Our product catalog includes standard machines to engineered solutions, enabling you to easily configure a solution that meets your specific needs.In order to best choose your ideal laser marking solution &#; whether OEM, benchtop, or turnkey &#; you will be connected with a team of MECCO application, integration, and service experts to ensure production quality, throughput, time-to-market, and uptime. For more information and support, contact us today.

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How to Install & Use EZCAD for Fiber Laser Engraver?

1. Install the driver
   Note: please conduct the following operation before installing the driver
   1) The machine is on; 2)Keep the emergency button not pressed; 3) Data cable connected1.Right-click &#;this PC&#;, click &#;Manage&#;
2. Click &#;Device Manager&#;, find &#;USBLMCV2&#;, &#;USBLMCV4&#;or&#;Unknown Device&#; in &#;Other devices&#; or &#;Universal SerialBus devices&#;
3. Right-click &#;USBLMCV2&#;, &#;USBLMCV4&#; or &#;Unknown.Device&#; and &#;Update driver&#;
4. Select &#;Browse My Computer for Drivers&#;
5. Find the corresponding file with window system in the USB drive, click OK
6. Click &#;Install&#;
7. Click &#;finish&#; if it is successful
8. It will display &#;BJJCZ Device&#; in Device Manager

Noted: *It is recommended to copy and paste the files of the USB disk to the computer desktop or other computerdisks.

How to use EZCAD Software with Fiber Laser Engraver?

Step 1: Open EZCAD Software

• Connect the USB to your computer.
• Navigate to &#;EZCAD for ComMarker&#; in the USB folder.
• Select the 110mm folder if your lens is 110mm.
• Open the software &#;EZCAD2&#;.

Step 2: Add Text or Import Files

• You can enter &#;text&#;, or import &#;pictures&#; or &#;vector files&#; as needed.
• It is recommended to select the text for initial testing.

Step 3: Import the Correction File

• Select &#;Parameter (F3)&#;.
• Tick &#;Use Correct File&#;.
• Select the .cor file from the USB flash drive or computer disk.
• Click &#;OK (&#;&#;)&#;.

Step 4: Adjust the Focus

• Press the up or down button to lift or lower the laser head until the three red light points overlap, indicating the best focal point.
• The measuring focal length of this machine is ___________ mm (110×110) and _________ mm (200×200).
• The measuring distance is the length from the bottom line of the laser head to the surface of the engraving material.
• Focus calibration steps:
  1. Place the stainless steel test plate on the machine table.
  2. Lift or lower the laser head to the best focus point according to the handwritten number.
  3. Turn on the machine and connect it to the computer.
  4. Import &#;TEXT&#; for testing, select default parameters, and tick &#;continuous part&#;.
  5. Press &#;red (F1)&#; to ensure it&#;ll mark on the test material. Click &#;mark&#; for continuous marking.
  6. Adjust the laser head to observe changes in laser intensity. Stop at the strongest laser intensity.
  7. Loosen the screws for the auxiliary red light beams.
  8. Adjust the red light dots to overlap and tighten the screws.

Step 5: Marking Test

• Place the test engraving material on the machine.
• Click &#;Red (F1)&#; to outline the marking area with the red light.
• Tick &#;Default Parameters&#;.
• Click &#;Mark (F2)&#; to start marking.

Following these steps ensures that your ComMarker machine is set up correctly with the EZCAD software for optimal performance.

For more information, please visit ezcad.

EZCAD Software FAQ:

1.Is LightBurn better than EZCAD?

LightBurn is designed to be user-friendly and accessible to users of all skill levels. While it does offer a good level of customizability, it may not have as many advanced options as EZCAD.

2.How does Fiber laser engraving software work?

With the right Fiber laser marking software, users can create designs, configure them to communicate with their machines, and apply the appropriate Fiber laser power settings.Fiber Laser engraving software operates as an essential intermediary between the user&#;s imagination and their engraving machines.

3.What is the best Fiber laser engraving file?

The best file formats for laser engraving are vector files such as:

1. SVG (Scalable Vector Graphics): Ideal for maintaining high quality at any size.
2. AI (Adobe Illustrator): Commonly used by professionals for detailed and scalable designs.
3. DXF (Drawing Exchange Format): Widely supported in CAD and laser cutting software.

These formats ensure precise and clean engravings, as they use mathematical formulas to create shapes and lines, making them highly scalable without loss of quality. For images, high-resolution PNGs or BMPs are preferred for engraving detailed pictures.

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