Frequently Asked Questions

  • Dot peen marking is a permanent marking method where a carbide stylus rapidly strikes a surface to create a series of small indented dots that form text, numbers, barcodes or logos. The marks are deep, durable and resistant to wear, heat and harsh environments.

  • Dot peen marking physically indents the surface using a stylus, making it ideal for metals that require deep, permanent marks. Laser marking uses a focused beam of light to engrave or etch the surface without physical contact, making it better suited for very hard materials, plastics, titanium and applications requiring high precision with no surface stress.

  • Our machines are used across automotive, aerospace, defence, oil & gas, engineering and medical industries — anywhere that permanent part identification, traceability or compliance marking is required.

  • Yes. Both our dot peen and laser marking machines can produce DataMatrix codes, QR codes and standard barcodes that are scannable and meet industry traceability standards.

  • Dot peen machines mark most metals including steel, stainless steel, aluminium, brass and cast iron. Laser machines can mark metals, plastics, titanium, hardened steel and a range of non-metallic materials.

  • Yes. Instrumark supplies and supports dot peen and laser marking machines across Australia and New Zealand, including remote locations.

  • We provide full technical support, spare parts and servicing for all machines we supply. Contact us directly on +61 (02) 9836 0564 or at info@instrumark.com.au.

  • Yes. Our integrated marking heads and CN03/CN07 controllers are specifically designed to integrate into automated production lines via Ethernet, Wi-Fi or direct I/O connections.

  • Contact our team with details of your material, marking requirements and production environment and we'll recommend the right solution. You can also request a sample mark before purchasing.

  • Yes. Contact us to arrange a demonstration or request a sample mark on your own material.