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Wie ich einen Laserstecher verwendet habe, um Kunststoff -Schlüsselfobs mit Seriennummern zu markieren

How I Used a Laser Engraver to Mark Plastic Key Fobs with Serial Numbers

Wenn Sie jemals mit Kunststoffteilen gearbeitet haben und dauerhafte Seriennummern hinzufügen mussten, Sie haben sich wahrscheinlich gefragt: Can a laser engraver do this accurately? The answer is yes—and in this project, I’ll walk you through how I used the ComMarker Omni 1 UV laser engraver to mark nearly 40 plastic key fobs with crisp, readable codes. This job also gave me a great opportunity to build a quick custom jig, streamline the workflow, and take full advantage of the laser engraver’s precision on plastic.


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Why I Chose a UV Laser Engraver for Plastic Projects

Not all laser engravers handle plastic the same way. In my experience, diode or CO₂ laser engravers can melt or discolor certain plastics. That’s why I used the ComMarker Omni 1, a UV laser engraver that offers a clean “cold burn” ideal for delicate materials.

Am besten für: Plastik, Glas, Acryl, Leder, and coated materials
Settings used:

  • Geschwindigkeit: 1000 mm/s
  • Frequenz: 40 kHz
  • Zeilenintervall: 0.03 mm
  • Q pulse: 15
  • Crosshatch fill, 1 passieren

You can check out the Omni 1 UV laser engraver here.


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Schritt 1: Trace the Object and Create a Jig for Your Laser Engraver

A reusable jig helps you place parts accurately every time you use your laser engraver. I started by tracing a key fob on white paper with alignment marks, took a top-down photo, and imported it into LightBurn. I scaled it using a 1-inch guide, then used the “Trace Image” tool to create a clean path around the shape.

Für die Spitze: Make sure your traced image has clear lines and good contrast for LightBurn to pick up the edges accurately.


Schritt 2: Add Alignment and Finger Access Features to the Jig

I used LightBurn’s “Offset” and “Node Edit” tools to trim the top of the cutout and added a finger hole using a simple circle tool. These small details ensure that the key fobs are easy to remove once the laser engraving is done.


Schritt 3: Mount the Jig and Center It in Your Laser Engraver

Once the jig was cut out on a 3mm Baltic birch using a CO₂ laser, I glued the layers together and mounted it to the Omni 1’s working bed using the 5mm bolts. The jig held each key fob snugly and aligned perfectly with the laser engraver’s target area.


Schritt 4: Add Serial Numbers Using LightBurn’s Variable Text Tool

Using LightBurn’s “Serial Number” feature, I created four-digit codes starting from 0030. This feature allows the laser engraver to automatically advance to the next number after each burn, saving time and minimizing errors.

Settings for numbering:

  • Text type: Serial number
  • Format: 0000
  • Starting value: 0030
  • Auto advance: ON

Schritt 5: Burn and Batch Engrave Using the Laser Engraver

Once aligned, each key fob took about 4 seconds to engrave. I simply dropped in the next fob, pressed the button, and let the laser engraver do its thing. The UV laser produced a clean, high-contrast mark on every plastic surface.


Bonus Tip: Keeping Serialized Items in Order

To organize all the engraved key fobs, I printed a DIY cable chain using PLA and TPU and loaded the fobs in reverse order. It’s not permanent, but a handy temporary solution while waiting for a steel cable version.


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Why a UV Laser Engraver Was the Right Tool for the Job

This project reinforced just how useful a Lasergravierer like the ComMarker Omni 1 can be for small production runs, especially on tricky materials like plastic. Die Präzision, Geschwindigkeit, and ease of automation made it a no-brainer. Whether you’re doing serialized key tags, ID cards, oder Kleinteile, a UV laser engraver is a great investment.

Recommended machine: ComMarker Omni 1 UV-Lasergravierer
Am besten für: Plastik, Glas, Acryl, and precision batch jobs
Key takeaway: A good jig and serial-number automation can save you hours.


Um David Lee

Hallo, Ich bin David Lee, Ich bin ein leidenschaftlicher und kreativer professioneller Lasergravierer und Markierungsspezialist mit umfangreicher Erfahrung und einem breiten Wissensspektrum. Über die Vergangenheit 10 Jahre, Ich habe mich auf Lasergravur- und Markierungslösungen für verschiedene kommerzielle Projekte konzentriert. Ich bin sensibel für neue Technologien und Designtrends ,Ständig auf der Suche nach der besten Lasergravur- und Markierungserfahrung

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