--------------------------
  1. Trotec Laser
  2. Products
  3. Laser marker
  4. Integration laser – InMarker series
  5. Integration laser for deep engraving – VIN Marker

VIN marking machine: Laser marking VIN number for automotive

  • Turnkey solution for VIN marking in the automotive industry 
  • Powerful integration lasers (200 watt system) fulfill requirements of Industry 4.0 
  • Already used by household-name car manufacturers 
Contact us

Precise inline VIN marking with Trotec.

What is VIN marking?

VIN stands for “Vehicle Identification Number” and it is used in the automotive industry to identify individual cars, motorcycles and so on. The number can be marked into the vehicle itself using a laser marking machine. This process is then called VIN marking.

A robust and compact integration laser

The VIN Marker is suitable for harsh environments perfect for industrial use, due to its robust housing and IP 54 protection class, while also remaining one of the most compact integration lasers on the market.

Flexible selection of materials

The use of non-contact laser technology means the VIN Marker can be used to seamlessly engrave hard metals such as titanium, hardened steel, cast aluminum and other materials – painted or unpainted. This creates flexibility in the choice of your materials.

Simple integration

Full safety documentation and fieldbus interfaces, such as Profinet, support integration into new or current production lines on industrial robots, manipulators and balancers.

Economical and full of performance

Depending on the project implementation, the VIN marker takes just 15 seconds to engrave a complete vehicle identification number (VIN) that includes 17 characters + 2 special characters and moreover, is cheaper than many other systems.

Safe working environment

The SafetyCone module allows the highest level of laser safety (class 1). It simultaneously removes particles and smoke in an effective manner. This therefore means it is not necessary to use protective housing or a control cabinet, allowing you to save space and money! The fiber cable is configured as a “safety fiber”, so that if a cable breaks, the system performs an immediate emergency stop, thereby preventing stray radiation.

Advantages of VIN marking with a laser.

  • Fast and precise automotive marking 
  • Mark even in difficult angles 
  • Full integration into the production process 
  • No-contact processing 
  • No breakage or damage during VIN marking 

Find the most suitable options for your VIN marking machine.

SafetyCone 

The local “SafetyCone” safety module functions under the highest possible laser safety class 1, thereby saving costs, effort and space associated with an additional laser protective housing. 

Cleaning station 

In order to maintain high quality deep engraving, this station cleans the laser system with safety code, including the focus check and test engraving. Handling is very simple and rapid - remove the system -> clean -> check/test -> insert = done. 

Cable length 

8.3 m trailing 

Brake disc solution for EURO 7.

Regardless of the type of brake disc, a wear mark is ideal because this engraving is applied at different depths and allows a simple visual inspection throughout the entire life cycle of the brake disc or brake pad to determine whether the Euro 7 standard is still being met. Trotec has developed a system specifically for marking brake discs that can be easily integrated into existing or new production lines without force-fit clamping.  

More about brake disc marking for Euro 7

Additional laser applications for the automotive industry.

In the automotive industry, clear and complete traceability of safety-relevant components must be guaranteed. Many materials in the automotive industry can be marked permanently and with a high contrast using laser technology.

More about automotive marking

Technical data VIN Marker

Model VIN Marker
Laser source pulsed Yb-Fiber laser
Wave length 1064 nm
Laser power 200 W
Laser class with Safetycone prepared for laser class 1
Pilot laser no
Pulse duration variable 20-500 ns
Pulse frequency 2-4000 Khz
Max. Pulse energy  2 mJ 
(@ 250 & 500 ns / 100 kHz)
Typical service life of pump diodes 100.000h
Jet quality M²<1,2 - 1,8
Marking field with Safetycone Marking field X x Y: 120 x 20 mm
Support surface: 150 x 50 mm
   
Focal length 163 mm
Fieldbus / control Profinet
Communication Ethernet, USB, HDMI
Security interface Profisafe / Han3A RJ45
Suction interface Harting Han6 24pole
Cooling active air-cooled
IP Protection class IP 54 (marking head)
Power consumption 3.300 W
Power supply 230 V / 50-60Hz / 1-N-PE
Laserrack Interfaces & integrated power supply
Safetycone Interfaces & integrated power supply
Fiber length ~ 8,3 m
Connection package head/rack Connection cable set: ~ 8,5 m
Connection head/rack Hybrid cabel 1,5m
Operating environment marking head 15 - 45 °C, non-condensing
Operating environment rack 15 - 35 °C, 0 - 60 % non-condensing
Weight marking head 11 kg
Weight Safetycone 4,9 kg
Weight laser rack 19'' 4HE 23,4 kg
Weight control rack  19'' 4HE 16,5 kg
Dimensions marking head 180 x 145 x 450 mm
Dimensions Safetycone 205 x 220 x 230 mm
Dimensions laser rack  19'' 4HE 450 x 177 x 540 mm
Dimensions control rack  19'' 4HE  450 x 177 x 540 mm
Applied standards and guidelines IEC EN 60825-1, Machinery Directive 2006/42/EG

Customer references in the automotive industry.

Use our expert knowledge for your VIN marking machines

Our expert team in Key Accounts will provide you with advice and support from the very first meeting through carrying out a feasibility study, training and commissioning. Our team at the Galvo Competence Center will support you in optimizing your processes with lasers. 

More about our Galvo Competence Center

Download area.

Machine datasheets

For rapid inline VIN and PIN labeling of painted and unpainted metals and materials.

Industrial laser engraver

Developed specifically for 24/7 use, the VIN marker presents a perfect typeface at high speed. It is therefore compatible with all PLC brands and meets the requirements of Industry 4.0

Simple integration

Full safety documentation and fieldbus interfaces, such as Profinet, support integration into new or current production lines on industrial robots, manipulators and balancers.

A robust and compact integration laser,

the VIN Marker is suitable for harsh environments due to its robust housing and IP 54 protection class, while also remaining one of the most compact integration lasers on the market.

Economical and full of performance

Depending on the project implementation, the VIN marker takes just 15 seconds to engrave a complete vehicle identification number (VIN) that includes 17 characters + 2 special characters and moreover, is cheaper than many other systems.

Flexible selection of materials

The use of non-contact laser technology means the VIN Marker can also be used to seamlessly engrave hard metals such as titanium, hardened steel, cast aluminum and other materials. This means you remain flexible in with regard to choosing materials in the future.

Safe working environment

The SafetyCone module also allows the highest level of laser safety (class 1). It simultaneously removes particles and smoke in an effective manner. This therefore means it is not necessary to use protective housing or a control cabinet , allowing you to save space and money! The fiber cable is configured as a “safety fiber”, so that if a cable breaks, the system performs an immediate emergency stop, thereby preventing stray radiation.

Since the requirements of industry need expert advice, the  Trotec Solutions Team are happy to help.

Contact us

Technical data VIN Marker

Model VIN Marker
Laser source pulsed Yb-Fiber laser
Wave length 1064 nm
Laser power 200 W
Laser class with Safetycone prepared for laser class 1
Pilot laser no
Pulse duration variable 20-500 ns
Pulse frequency 2-4000 Khz
Max. Pulse energy  2 mJ 
(@ 250 & 500 ns / 100 kHz)
Typical service life of pump diodes 100.000h
Jet quality M²<1,2 - 1,8
Marking field with Safetycone Marking field X x Y: 120 x 20 mm
Support surface: 150 x 50 mm
   
Focal length 163 mm
Fieldbus / control Profinet
Communication Ethernet, USB, HDMI
Security interface Profisafe / Han3A RJ45
Suction interface Harting Han6 24pole
Cooling active air-cooled
IP Protection class IP 54 (marking head)
Power consumption 3.300 W
Power supply 230 V / 50-60Hz / 1-N-PE
Laserrack Interfaces & integrated power supply
Safetycone Interfaces & integrated power supply
Fiber length ~ 8,3 m
Connection package head/rack Connection cable set: ~ 8,5 m
Connection head/rack Hybrid cabel 1,5m
Operating environment marking head 15 - 45 °C, non-condensing
Operating environment rack 15 - 35 °C, 0 - 60 % non-condensing
Weight marking head 11 kg
Weight Safetycone 4,9 kg
Weight laser rack 19'' 4HE 23,4 kg
Weight control rack  19'' 4HE 16,5 kg
Dimensions marking head 180 x 145 x 450 mm
Dimensions Safetycone 205 x 220 x 230 mm
Dimensions laser rack  19'' 4HE 450 x 177 x 540 mm
Dimensions control rack  19'' 4HE  450 x 177 x 540 mm
Applied standards and guidelines IEC EN 60825-1, Machinery Directive 2006/42/EG

Options

SafetyCone
The local “SafetyCone” safety module functions under the highest possible laser safety class 1, thereby saving costs, effort and space associated with an additional laser protective housing.

Cleaning station
In order to maintain high quality deep engraving, this station cleans the laser system with safety code, including the focus check and test engraving. Handling is very simple and rapid - remove the system -> clean -> check/test -> insert = done.

Cable length
8.3 m trailing

Technological progress

Efficient, flexible, and ready for the future: The VIN marker allows non-contact processing without the need for time-consuming clamping of materials. The laser technology even allows harder materials to be processed without wear and tear. The innovative solution means you are able to organize production in a more flexible and future oriented manner. Simultaneously, it is possible to eliminate the need for consumables or to perform checks for breakage or damage, both of which are necessary when using other technologies.

Compare laser vs. scriber

Brake disc solution for EURO 7

Regardless of the type of brake disc, a wear mark is ideal because this engraving is applied at different depths and allows a simple visual inspection throughout the entire life cycle of the brake disc or brake pad to determine whether the Euro 7 standard is still being met. Trotec has developed a system specifically for marking brake discs that can be easily integrated into existing or new production lines without force-fit clamping. 

Read more

Since the requirements of industry need expert advice, the  Trotec Solutions Team are happy to help.

Contact us

Application possibilities

In the automotive industry, clear and complete traceability of safety-relevant components must be guaranteed. Many materials in the automotive industry can be marked permanently and with a high contrast using laser technology.

Find out more

Process specialists in the automotive industry.

Our expert team in Key Accounts will provide you with advice and support from the very first meeting through to carrying out a feasibility study, training and commissioning. This team and the support of an additional 750 employees across the world provide you with a competent and reliable partner for your production process.

Trotec laser solutions team

Since the requirements of industry need expert advice, the  Trotec Solutions Team are happy to help.

Contact us
Proud member of troGROUP Logo