Where does the ink go?

The CAPRIS range of UV laser wire markers does not require any ink! The machines produce a permanent, non-contact, non-aggressive mark by using an ultra violet (UV) laser beam to mark the insulation and form the characters.

How does the UV laser marking process work?

The UV laser causes a photochemical reaction in the surface layer of the insulation, causing the insulation to change colour. CAPRIS laser markers use precisely controlled conditions which ensure that there is no material removed and no change to the electrical or mechanical properties of the wire insulation. For all practical purposes the colour change is permanent and the mark is resistant to high temperatures, hydraulic fluids, aviation fuel and abrasion. See our technology section for more details.

Will CAPRIS wire markers print on black wire and cable?

The laser causes a photochemical reaction within the surface of the insulation to create a dark coloured mark on the wire. Although coloured wires can be marked successfully, particularly lighter coloured wires, it is not possible see a dark mark against the background of a black wire. Sorry, we haven’t thought of a way round that with lasers. However, we do also manufacture inkjet markers, using white inks that are suitable for marking black wires; we also do black ink jet markers as well.

What consumables do CAPRIS wire markers need?

Not a lot! The CAPRIS 100 wire marker needs premix gas for the laser, about one cylinder per year on average, cable drive belts and some air filters.

The CAPRIS 50 and CAPRIS 60 models need de-ionised water and a flash lamp and, occasionally, drive belts and air filters.