Safetycone

Laser protection cone for integration lasers

Ideal safety solution for integrated laser markers

Integration lasers are generally assigned to laser class 4. This means that extensive protective measures such as enclosures, etc. must be taken into account when integrating them into production lines. Trotec has developed the Safetycone laser protection funnel to reduce effort and costs for integrators, machine builders and production companies while ensuring absolute safety. The patented Safetycone enables laser operation in laser class 1 and therefore the highest possible level of safety in your production environment.

Meaning of the laser classes
Lasers are divided into internationally recognized safety classes based on their power and the associated risk of injury to eyes and skin: Class 1 offers the highest level of safety. Class 4 devices can emit laser radiation. In detail, this means:

Laser Class	Risk assessment / significance	Trotec System
1	The accessible laser radiation of this class is harmless - even with prolonged exposure or the laser is enclosed in a radiation-proof housing.	InMarker with Safetycone VIN Marker with Safetycone
2	These include visible lasers (e.g. laser pointers under 1mW power), which are only eye-safe for brief exposures of less than 0.25 seconds.	InMarker with Pilotlaser and Safetycone SpeedMarker Series Speedy Series
3	In any case, the accessible laser radiation is dangerous to the eye. Pay particular attention to reflections (e.g. from reflective material surfaces).	---
4	This can cause damage to eyes and skin or trigger fires within the laser's danger zone. With this laser class, the user is obliged to strictly adhere to safety regulations!	Integration laser without safety cone

How the Safetycone works
The laser safety housing of the integration lasers in the InMarker series is realized by the Safetycone. The correct positioning is monitored by several sensors. To actuate the sensors, the workpiece must press against the workpiece seal of the Safetycone; as soon as the (checked and released) marking position is reached, the laser process is released. As part of the laser safety housing, the correct position of the safety cone is monitored by the safety controller. If a sensor signal is lost, the interlock is interrupted immediately

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Safetycone properties

Safety without protective housing

With protection in place through a number of sensors, the Safetycone isolates the laser beam during the marking or engraving process on your component.

Requires only a little space

Extremely compact in size, the Safetycone provides safe labelling of products and components, even within confined and restricted areas.

Simple integration

The modular design of the Safetycone allows it to be easily mounted on the InMarker series integration lasers; it can also therefore be optimally integrated into an existing or new production line as a complete system.

Straight and curved surfaces

The marking area with the Safetycone is either 50 x 40 mm or 90 x 70 mm (InMarker) or 120 x 20 mm (VIN Marker), or can be individually adapted to your requirements. The standard versions are designed for flat surfaces. It is possible to customise the Safetycone if the surface is curved or bent.

Cost-effective and space-saving

The Safetycone is more cost-effective and takes up less space than laser protective housing, but still meets all occupational safety requirements in relation to employees.

Options (VIN Safetycone)

In order to easily clean the Safetycone and laser of any dust that has been produced (such as during deep engraving), an optional cleaning station is available.

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InMarker with Safetycone

VIN marker with Safetycone

Technical data

Model	VIN Marker	InMarker
Laser class	prepared using Safetycone laser class 1	possible with Safetycone and laser class 2 pilot laser, possible with Safetycone without laser class 1 pilot laser and Safetycone laser class 4
Marking area with Safetycone only possible with a focal length of 160 or 163 mm.	Marking field X x Y: 120 x 20 mm Top area: 150 x 50 mm	Variant S - marking area X x Y: 50 x 40 mm / Top area: 80 x 70 mm Variant L - marking area X x Y: 90 x 70 mm / Top area: 120 x 100 mm Alternative variants: Customised
Safetycone	Interfaces & integrated power supply
Safetycone weight	4.9 kg	Variant S: 2.8 kg, Variant L: 3 kg
Safetycone dimensions	205 x 220 x 230 mm	209 x 183.5 x 269.5 mm

Suitable for:

InMarker

Fiber laser and MOPA for labeling metal and plastics
The powerful industrial laser engravers guarantee precise labeling with short cycle times as part of your production line, robot cell or production facility.

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VIN Marker

Fiber laser for deep engravings for rapid inline VIN and PIN marking
These powerful integration lasers offer the perfect solution for the automotive industry. Co-developed, tested and used by household-name car manufacturers.

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Applications and areas of use

The Safetycone can be easily integrated with the InMarker series marking lasers without the need to make expensive changes to your production line. This solution eliminates the need for lots of space or for costly housing. Any industrial labelling (DPM / PIN / VIN) can be directly implemented in the line in short cycle times without the need to fix material.

Laser marking in the automotive industry

Laser marking of components made of metal or plastic

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Laser marking of electronic components

Marking of electronic parts and components.

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Watch manufacturing

High-quality and durable laser engraving of movements, bezels, crowns, housing.

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Laser engraving data plates

Laser marking dynamic data permanently and inexpensively on data plates.

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Traceability

Permanent, contactless and direct laser marking for digital production and manufacturing. With costs that are 10 times lower.

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Laser marking machining tools

Laser marking tools for machining technology

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Laser marking in medical technology

Laser marking of surgical and medical instruments or implants

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References from industry

Industry specialists for your series and integration requirements.

Our expert team in Key Accounts will provide you with advice and support for 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 industrial processes.

Trotec Laser Solutions Team

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