UV Laser Marking Machine
UV Laser Marking Machine in Nepal
UV laser marking machines using 355 nm cold-process technology — the only laser type suitable for pharmaceutical blister packs, flexible films, glass vials, and PCBs where heat would damage the material. Near-zero heat-affected zone. AP Compressors (Aerolith Machinery) supplies and services UV laser systems across Nepal with full installation and operator training.
- Cold process — near-zero heat-affected zone on sensitive materials
- Pharma packaging, glass, PCB, and flexible film marking
Instant cold-laser quote & precision sample marking in Nepal
UV laser marking machine specifications
| Laser type | DPSS UV — diode-pumped solid-state |
| Wavelength | 355 nm (ultraviolet) |
| Power range | 3W – 15W |
| Marking area | 100×100 mm – 300×300 mm |
| Marking speed | Up to 3,000 mm/s |
| Repeat accuracy | ±0.002 mm |
| Heat-affected zone | Near-zero (cold process) |
| Cooling | Air-cooled |
| File formats | AI, DXF, BMP, PLT, CDR, JPG, PNG |
| Best for | Pharma, PCB, glass, heat-sensitive plastics |
| Service coverage | Nepal nationwide |
When to choose a UV laser marking machine
Your material is heat-sensitive
Pharmaceutical blister packs, thin plastic films, and electronic components cannot withstand the heat of CO2 or Fiber lasers. UV cold-process marking leaves no thermal damage.
You need extremely fine detail
UV laser has the smallest spot size of all three laser types — enabling ultra-fine text, micro-QR codes, and precise PCB markings at resolutions not possible with CO2 or Fiber.
You mark glass without cracking
Thermal lasers cause stress cracking in glass due to rapid heating. UV photochemical process marks glass vials and bottles without thermal shock — essential for pharma and laboratory glassware.
Your application requires compliance marking
Pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturers in Nepal require permanent, tamper-evident batch codes and traceability marks that meet regulatory standards — UV laser satisfies these requirements.
UV laser marking applications in Nepal
Pharmaceutical Packaging
Batch numbers, manufacturing dates, expiry dates, and MRP marking on blister packs, aluminium foil, PVC, PVDC, and medicine strip packaging — no heat damage.
Glass Bottles & Vials
Permanent frosted marks for batch codes, volume graduation, brand logos, and serialisation on pharmaceutical glass vials, bottles, and laboratory glassware.
PCB & Electronics
Component codes, board serial numbers, QR traceability codes, and manufacturer marks on PCBs, epoxy housings, and flexible circuits — fine spot, minimal HAZ.
Flexible Packaging Films
Date codes and batch numbers on PET, BOPP, CPP, and multilayer flexible films used in food and pharma packaging — UV cold process preserves film integrity.
Cosmetics & Luxury Packaging
Precision logos, serial codes, and decorative marks on acrylic, coated glass, anodised surfaces, and high-end cosmetic packaging with zero surface damage.
Silicon & Semiconductor
Wafer identification marks, lot codes, and traceability data on silicon components — UV laser provides the precision and minimal HAZ required for semiconductor marking.
UV vs CO2 vs Fiber — which laser is right for you?
| Criteria | UV Laser | CO2 Laser | Fiber Laser |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wavelength | 355 nm | 10,600 nm | 1,064 nm |
| Process type | Cold (photochemical) | Thermal | Thermal |
| Heat-affected zone | Near-zero | Moderate | Low–moderate |
| Best materials | Pharma, PCB, glass, films | Wood, acrylic, rubber | Metals, hard plastics |
| Mark precision | Ultra-fine | Fine | Fine–high speed |
| Power range | 3W – 15W | 10W – 150W | 20W – 100W |
| System cost | Highest | Medium | Medium–high |
| Source life | 10,000–20,000 hrs | 8,000–45,000 hrs | 100,000+ hrs |
Get a UV laser marking machine quote for Nepal
Share your material type, marking area, and production volume — we will confirm whether UV is the right laser type and recommend the correct wattage.
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Reach out to our teamA UV laser marking machine uses a 355 nm ultraviolet wavelength to mark materials through a photochemical process rather than heat. This 'cold marking' approach means near-zero heat-affected zone — making it the only suitable laser type for heat-sensitive materials like pharmaceutical blister packs, flexible films, thin plastics, and delicate electronics.
UV lasers mark pharmaceutical blister packs, PET and HDPE bottles, flexible packaging films, glass, PCBs, epoxy components, silicon wafers, ceramics, and most heat-sensitive polymers. The cold process prevents discolouration, melting, or deformation that CO2 or Fiber lasers would cause on these materials.
UV laser machines are priced higher than CO2 and Fiber systems due to the precision UV optical components. Contact AP Compressors at +977 9806922190 for a detailed quote based on your material, production volume, and marking requirement.
Pharmaceutical blister packs, foils, and labels are made from thin, heat-sensitive materials — aluminium foil laminate, PVC, and PVDC. CO2 or Fiber lasers would burn or deform these materials. UV laser marks through photochemical ablation without heat, producing clean, permanent batch codes and expiry dates without damaging the packaging integrity.
Yes. UV laser is the preferred method for marking PCBs, electronic component housings, and flexible circuits. The 355 nm wavelength provides extremely fine spot size for precise marking of component codes, serial numbers, and QR traceability codes without damaging adjacent sensitive components.
Yes. AP Compressors provides full installation, software setup, operator training, and after-sales service for UV laser marking machines in Nepal. Service is available in Kathmandu, Bhairahawa, Birgunj, Biratnagar, Pokhara, and other industrial cities.
UV laser sources (DPSS — diode-pumped solid-state) typically last 10,000–20,000 hours. Higher-end systems using fiber-pumped UV sources offer longer source life. AP Compressors provides source replacement and maintenance services for UV laser systems in Nepal.
Yes. UV laser creates permanent frosted or etched marks on glass surfaces — used for batch codes, volume marks, brand logos, and serialisation on glass bottles, pharmaceutical vials, laboratory glassware, and decorative glass items. The cold process avoids thermal stress cracking.