Objectives:
Eliminating laser marking as a downstream process
- Reduction of lead time and cost
- 100% traceability of operational steps down to the part number
Background and Requirements:
| Material | 18CrNiMo7-6 |
| Surface condition | Turned, Flatness max. 0.02 mm |
| Marking depth | Min. 0.1 mm |
| Type of marking | Serial Number / Part Number |
| Activation tool | Coolant, pressure 30 bar |
| Machine | Vertical lathe |
| Parts per year | Part family (15 x 150–250 parts) |
Implementation and Results:
| Tool | Gravostar WS-20 (20-30bar) |
| Deburring time * | 9 sec |
| Annual cost savings | > 3500 EUR |
* including tool changes
