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UM-FMM-0061-V4
LYF-20/30/50W | Fiber
Laser Marking Machine
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  • Page 1 UM-FMM-0061-V4 LYF-20/30/50W | Fiber Laser Marking Machine User Manual Read Carefully Before Use Keep for Future Reference...
  • Page 2 BEAMING WITH POSSIBILITIES! Thank you for choosing our laser equipment! This fiber laser marking machine is intended for personal and professional use. Read this manual carefully before operation. It covers the details of correct installation, adjustment, maintenance, and—most importantly—safe operation of your new laser. It is intended to be used in conjunction with the manual for its engraving software, as the program not only provides image design but also serves as the main interface for the laser settings and machine controls.

  • Page 3: Help Center

    Welcome to the OMTech Community! For helpful hints and instructional videos, visit our Help Center or join our official laser group! If you encounter any issues with your engraver, please feel free to contact us. Our support team will respond ASAP to resolve your concerns.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Content 1 Safety Information .................... 1 Disclaimer ..............................1 Symbol Guide ............................. 2 Safety Instruction Labels ......................... 3 1.4 General Safety Instructions ........................3 Laser Safety Instructions ......................... 4 1.6 Electrical Safety Instructions ........................6 Material Safety Instructions ........................7 Disposal Safety Instructions ........................
  • Page 5 5.2.7 Finishing-up............................ 38 5.3 Rotary Axis Processing ..........................39 5.3.1 Installing the Rotary Axis ......................39 5.3.2 Instructions for EZCad ........................ 40 5.3.3 Instructions for Lightburn ......................41 5.3.4 Finishing-up............................ 47 5.3.5 Uninstalling the Rotary Axis ...................... 47 5.4 Instructions for Specific Materials ......................48 5.4.1 Metals ..............................

  • Page 6: Safety Information

    Always wear appropriate protective gear. 4. Third-Party Products OMTech shall not be liable for any damages or losses resulting from the use of third-party products in conjunction with OMTech products. Customers shall refer to the third-party’s guidelines or/and warranties (if any) for any third-party products used.

  • Page 7: Symbol Guide

    1.2 Symbol Guide The following symbols are used on this machine’s labeling or in this manual: These items indicate an imminent hazard These items address pinching and crushing that WILL result in death or severe injury if hazards. not avoided. These items indicate a potential risk that Protective eyewear should be worn COULD result in death or serious injury, as...

  • Page 8: Safety Information

    1 Safety Information 1.3 Safety Instruction Labels Your engraver should come with instruction labels in the following locations. For specific details of the nameplate, see the nameplate attached to the machine. If any of these labels is missing, illegible, or damaged, it must be replaced. ф...

  • Page 9: Laser Safety Instructions

    • Use this laser marking machine ONLY in accordance with ALL applicable local and national laws and regulations. • Use this machine ONLY in accordance with this instruction manual and the manual for the software included with it. ONLY allow this machine to be installed, operated, maintained, repaired, etc.
  • Page 10 1 Safety Information • NEVER interfere with the laser beam. DO NOT place any part of your body under the laser lens during operation. Take measures to protect yourself from potentially reflected laser beams including the use of screens or personal protective equipment. •...

  • Page 11: Electrical Safety Instructions

    1.6 Electrical Safety Instructions • ONLY use this machine with a compatible and stable power supply with less than 5% fluctuation in its voltage. • DO NOT connect other devices to the same fuse, as the laser system WILL require its FULL amperage.

  • Page 12: Material Safety Instructions

    1 Safety Information 1.7 Material Safety Instructions • Users of this fiber marking machine are responsible for confirming that materials to be processed can withstand the heat of the laser and will not produce any emissions or byproducts either harmful to people nearby or in violation of any local or national laws or regulations.

  • Page 13: Disposal Safety Instructions

    This machine CANNOT be used with the following materials or with ANY materials which include them: CAN NOT be used • Artificial Leather containing Hexavalent Chromium (Cr[VI]), due to its toxic fumes • Astatine, due to its toxic fumes • Beryllium Oxide, due to its toxic fumes •...

  • Page 14: Introduction

    2 Introduction 2.1 General Information This manual is the designated user guide for the installation, setup, safe operation, and maintenance of your fiber laser marking machine. It is divided into several chapters covering general information, safety instructions, installation steps, operation instructions, maintenance instructions, and contact information.

  • Page 15: Specifications

    2.3 Specifications Product Model LYF-20W LYF-30W LYF-50W Voltage AC 110 V–120 V, 60 Hz Overall Rated Power 600W Workbed Area 13.7×13.4 (in.) | 350×340 (mm) Max. Marking Speed 393.7 ips | 10,000 mm/s Marking Accuracy 0.01 mm Marking Depth 0.0012 in. | 0.03 mm 0.002 in.

  • Page 16: Package List

    2 Introduction 2.4 Package List Control Box with Laser Arm Support Column 1.5 m Power Cord 1.5 m USB Cable USB Flash Drive Laser Keys Hex Wrench Position Lock Bars Installation Screws 600 mm Ruler Laser Safety Remote Control Screwdriver Goggles Terminal...

  • Page 17: Main Parts

    3 Components 3.1 Main Parts Height Moves the laser arm up and down for the correct alignment across Adjustment Wheel different materials and thicknesses. Holds the laser arm and includes a precise graduated ruler for quickly Support Column adjusting the height to work with different materials and thicknesses. Laser Arm Secures the galvo lens and moves it along the support column.

  • Page 18: Components

    3 Components 3.2 Power Buttons Head Up This button raises the scanning galvo head along the support column. Head Down This button lowers the scanning galvo head along the support column. It controls the startup and shutdown of the mainboard. Insert the key and turn it clockwise to activate the mainboard.

  • Page 19: Connection Inputs

    3.3 Connection Inputs USB Port Connects the machine to your control computer. If you do not install a protective cover, connect to the provided Remote Control Port remote control terminal. If you install a protective cover, connect to the control cable of the protective cover. Foot Pedal Cord Input Connects to the machine’s standard 3-prong main power cable.

  • Page 20: Software Main Interface

    3 Components 3.4 Software Main Interface This laser marking machine is controlled by the EZCad software, which MUST be installed on an applicable computer to direct the laser. Some important features include the following parameters and controls. View Tool Bar Command Tool Bar Object List...

  • Page 21: Installation

    4 Installation 4.1 Installation Overview A complete working system consists of the fiber laser source, the laser arm with the galvanometer lens, a computer (not included) with engraving software (included), all applicable connection cables, a support column and a worktable. Users can also configure other additional accessories (such as a rotary axis) to suit their needs.

  • Page 22: Electrical Grounding

    4 Installation 4.3 Electrical Grounding • DO NOT use with an ungrounded 3-to-2 prong adapter. The machine’s grounding should be checked regularly for any damage to the line or loose connections. • Poor grounding WILL cause equipment failure and create a serious electrical shock hazard.

  • Page 23: Assembly

    4.4 Assembly Connect the two connectors between the workbed and the support column. 2. Cut the strap of the connectors. 3. Align the two holes on the bottom of the support column with the corresponding holes on the worktable. 4. Insert and tighten 2 screws to fix the support column by using the provided hex wrench.
  • Page 24 4 Installation 5. Place the laser arm on the mounting bracket of the support column and align the holes on the laser arm with the holes on the bracket while confirming that the scanning galvo head is above the center position of the processing area.
  • Page 25 8. Make ALL necessary connections BETWEEN the various components. a. Connect the machine to the power supply with the provided power cord. Connect the machine to your computer with the provided USB cable. c. Plug the provided remote control terminal into the remote control port. Secure the terminal by strengthing its screws with the provided screwdriver.

  • Page 26: Installing The Software

    4 Installation 4.5 Installing the Software 4.5.1 Preparing a Control Computer Prepare a control computer. See the software EZCad manual in the USB for details on the requirements for the control computer. The control computer should not be placed more than 15 feet (4.5 m) away from the laser marking machine to avoid possible interference with the signal in its line.
  • Page 27 5. Click Update Driver. 6. Click the second option Browse my computer for driver software.
  • Page 28 4 Installation 7. Click Browse to select a location and then click Ok → Next. The driver should be installed in the same location as the software. The folders “JCZDriverAllInOne” and “LMCV2U_20120331” are for 32-bit installation and the folder “X64AMD_LmcV2u” is for 64-bit installation. 8.
  • Page 29 9. After installation, click Close. 10. Click Close.

  • Page 30: Running The Ezcad Software

    4 Installation 11. Make sure that the driver has been installed successfully. 4.5.3 Running the EZCad Software The EZCad software is included on the provided USB drive. You can use it without installation. Familiarize yourself with your software’s image design features and laser control settings before beginning the operation of the laser marking machine.

  • Page 31: Configuring Parameters

    4.5.4 Configuring Parameters Click File → System parameter to check and make sure the Workspace settings are the same as that on the picture “File_system Parameter_workspace.jpg” on the USB drive. 2. If the rotary axis is used, click Laser → Rotate TextMark to check and make sure the rotary settings are the same as that on the picture “Laser-Rotate TextMark-param.jpg”...

  • Page 32: Operation

    5 Operation 5.1 Operation Overview • ALWAYS operate this machine following ALL the instructions provided herein. Performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in property damage and personal injury. • DO NOT use this machine for purposes not specified herein. This section will address only some of the options and features provided by the operation software EZCad for your reference.
  • Page 33 2. Toggle the power switch to I. The red light should come on when the machine is on. 3. Release the Emergency Stop button by turning it clockwise if it is locked. 4. Insert the laser key into the Fiber Laser and turn clockwise by 90°.

  • Page 34: Focusing

    5 Operation 5.2.2 Focusing This machine supports two ways to focus: autofocusing and manual focusing. In case the autofocusing malfunctions, use manual focusing. Autofocusing Place the test material in the processing area and ensure three red dots are displayed on the test material.
  • Page 35 If your material is too small, place the material under the distance-measuring red dot to focus, and then place it under the two red dots from the red dot guider to engrave. To better flexibly assist your marking, the autofocus, and the alert sound functions can be disabled: •...
  • Page 36 5 Operation Method 2: Using the Ruler a. Use the provided ruler to measure the distance from the center line of the scanning galvo head to the surface of the test material. b. Move the scanning galvo head up or down by rotating the focus adjustment wheel or pressing the Head Up and Head Down buttons until the height on the ruler is the same as the value marked on the scanning galvo head, which varies among different models.

  • Page 37: Preparing Your Design

    5.2.3 Preparing Your Design Make sure the control computer is connected to the machine via the USB cable. If you previously disconnected the control computer, reconnect it via the USB cable now. If your computer is already connected and EZCad is already running, restart it now to establish a connection between the computer and the laser’s control board.
  • Page 38 5 Operation 6. Set picture parameters. a. Select the picture. b. Center the picture on the canvas. If the image is outside the canvas, select the picture and click in the center of the canvas to find the picture. c. Set the picture size. d.
  • Page 39 6. Set vector graph parameters. a. Select the picture. b. Center the vector graphics on the canvas. If the image is outside the canvas, select the image and click in the center of the canvas to find the image. c. Set the vector file parameters. d.
  • Page 40 5 Operation Creating Text Click the text tool create text. 2. Click the left mouse button on the canvas and “TEXT” appears. 3. Modify the text. 4. Click Apply. The text content entered is displayed in the canvas. 5. Set the text size. 6.

  • Page 41: Testing The Engraving Effect

    Marking Settings • Red(F1): Marks the frame of the object to be marked, with no laser emitted during the process. It is used to indicate the processing area and facilitate locating the workpiece. This function is available on models with a red light guider. Pressing F1 on the keyboard activates this function.

  • Page 42: Stop And Resume

    5 Operation 5.2.5 Stop and Resume During the engraving process, If an unexpected situation occurs, press the emergency stop button IMMEDIATELY to halt the machine’s operation. To resume normal operation: Release the emergency stop. 2. Press the Reset button. 3. Resume operation following the normal operational sequence. 5.2.6 Engraving Replace the test material with the actual material.

  • Page 43: Finishing-Up

    5.2.7 Finishing-up When you have finished engraving your design, deactivate the systems as follows: Close the EZCad software and disconnect your computer. 2. Press the emergency stop button. 3. Turn the key counterclockwise to turn off the laser. 4. Press the power switch to O to turn off the machine.

  • Page 44: Rotary Axis Processing

    5 Operation 5.3 Rotary Axis Processing 5.3.1 Installing the Rotary Axis Install the rotary axis on the worktable and place a piece of sample material on the rotary axis. 2. Connect the 4-receptacle rotary cable to the rotary axis port. 3.

  • Page 45: Instructions For Ezcad

    5.3.2 Instructions for EZCad Cancel Apply Click Laser → Rotate TextMark in EZCad to check and make sure the rotary settings are the same as that on the picture “Laser-Rotate TextMark-param.jpg” on the USB drive. 2. Set other rotary parameters. For detailed instructions, see the EZCad software manual.

  • Page 46: Instructions For Lightburn

    5 Operation 5.3.3 Instructions for Lightburn Enabling the Rotary Axis Enable the rotary axis function on your engraving software. 2. Run your engraver and control computer. 3. Choose Rotary Setup or press Ctrl+Shift+R on your engraving software. 4. Turn on Enable Rotary by clicking, and then choose Chuck. 5.
  • Page 47 For certain engravers, this parameter could be mm per rotation, this manual uses steps per rotation for example. For this OMTech Fiber laser engraver, use 12800 directly. 2. Stick some masking tape, one piece on the chuck as close to the mounting as possible, and the...
  • Page 48 5 Operation 3. Mark the tape. These marks indicate how much the chuck has rotated. 4. Click Test and observe how much the chuck has rotated. 5. Adjust the steps per rotation value. • If it has rotated beyond one rotation, decrease the steps per rotation value. •...
  • Page 49 Rotary Engraving Measure and fill in the Object Diameter parameter or the Circumference parameter of the object. As you fill in one parameter, the other parameter will automatically update. • To measure Object Diameter, you can use either a ruler or a caliper, but a caliper provides an accurate reading.
  • Page 50 5 Operation 2. Ensure that you are using the horizontal scan option in layer settings by setting Scan Angle to 0. Using vertical scanning changes the chuck’s directions frequently, which can cause jerking and your object might jump out of position.
  • Page 51 4. Create/upload your design via the software, adjusting any necessary parameters for the best result, for example, the size of the pattern, and the speed and power of the engraving. If you notice that the engraved pattern appears mirrored, stop the engraving, turn on the Mirror Output to Rotary option on the Rotary Setup window, and try again.

  • Page 52: Finishing-Up

    5 Operation 5.3.4 Finishing-up §5.2.7 Finishing-up on Page for detailed instructions. 5.3.5 Uninstalling the Rotary Axis When you need to engrave without the rotary chuck, do as follows to detach the rotary chuck: Unplug the engraver. 2. Unplug and remove the rotary chuck away. 3.

  • Page 53: Instructions For Specific Materials

    5.4 Instructions for Specific Materials When engraving a new material, it can be helpful to engrave a test matrix of small boxes produced with various speed, power, and frequency settings to home in on the exact effect that you are looking for.

  • Page 54: Maintenance

    6 Maintenance • Adjustment, maintenance, and repair of the electrical components of this machine must be done ONLY by trained and skilled professionals to avoid fires and other malfunctions, including potential radiation exposure from damage to the laser components. Because specialized techniques are required for testing the electrical components of this marking system, it is recommended such testing ONLY be done BY the manufacturer, seller, or repair service.

  • Page 55: Resetting Focal Length For Autofocusing

    • Keep the workroom clean and dust-free at all times. • Ensure the device is fully powered off when not in use. • Cover the galvanometric lens when it is not in use. • Clean the worktable after use with a cloth wetted with greater than 75% rubbing alcohol. NEVER clean this device with abrasive or caustic cleansers, with aerosol sprays, or with enough water to enter any electrical component.

  • Page 56: Troubleshooting

    7 Troubleshooting • Adjustment, maintenance, and repair of the electrical components of this cutter must be done ONLY by trained and skilled professionals to avoid fires and other malfunctions, including potential radiation exposure from damage to the laser components. Because specialized techniques are required for testing the electrical components of this marking system, it is recommended such testing only be done by the manufacturer, seller, or repair service.

  • Page 57: Common Problems

    7.1 Common Problems Problems Solutions Make sure you are using an authentic Windows system; if not, use another computer loaded with the right software. The driver installation Use a different data cable. failure The computer port or its board has a problem; try with another computer.
  • Page 58 7 Troubleshooting Problems Solutions Click the practical center button. The picture or text should be in the center of the canvas. Nothing displayed on canvas board when importing text or picture Reduce Speed to less than 1000, and adjust Start TC(US) to -2000 or less.

  • Page 59: Wrong Focal Length Despite The Merged Red Dots

    7.2 Wrong Focal Length Despite the Merged Red Dots Generally, the right focal length is reached when the two red dots emitted by the red light guider merges into one. However, this indicator of focal length is subject to the changes in laser sources and field lenses.
  • Page 60 7 Troubleshooting 5. Click to import the TEXT for testing, use the default parameters, and tick Continuous Part. 6. Press Red in EZCad or hitting F1 on the keyboard to ensure it’ll mark on the test material. 7. Click Mark in EZCad or press F2 on the keyboard. The laser should be in continuous marking state.
  • Page 61 10. Manually adjust the relative position of the red light guiders to make their dots merge. Tighten the screws.

  • Page 62: Inconsistency Problems

    7 Troubleshooting 7.3 Inconsistency Problems The size of the preview and the mark are inconsistent with the software display, or the preview and the mark are not horizontal or vertical but slanted. • Check and fix the parameters. See §4.5.4 Configuring Parameters on Page 26.
  • Page 63 The red-light preview is inconsistent with the actual engraving position. • Check and fix the parameters. See §4.5.4 Configuring Parameters on Page 26. • If the problem remains, fix the parameters. a. Select Parameter (F3) → Other → Red light pointer. b.
  • Page 64 Scan for the latest user manual LYF-20/30/50W | Fiber Laser Marking Machine User Manual R e v. 2 5 F e b . 2 0 2 5...

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