Laser Wire Markers

Nova 1000

The Nova 1000 is Spectrum’s advanced inline laser wire marking system, developed specifically for wire and cable manufacturers seeking a high-performance alternative to conventional ink marking technologies. Designed for continuous inline production environments, the Nova 1000 delivers permanent, high-contrast wire marking without the consumables, maintenance requirements or process variability associated with ink-based systems.

Using advanced UV laser technology, the Nova 1000 provides fast, precise and repeatable non-contact wire marking while maintaining the mechanical and electrical integrity of the wire insulation. Its flexible system architecture supports both inline integration within wire manufacturing production lines and standalone reel-to-reel operation, providing manufacturers with a highly adaptable wire marking solution.

The Nova 1000 is suitable for a wide range of aerospace and industrial wire and cable applications, providing durable, compliant marking for demanding manufacturing environments.

Nova wire markers comply with key OEM aerospace specifications and international industry standards, including SAE AS5649 and ASD-EN4650.

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Benefits

Permanent, High-Quality Marking

Laser marking provides clear, durable, abrasion-resistant identification without inks or consumables.

Non-Aggressive, Damage-Free Processing

The laser process does not damage insulation or affect the wire’s mechanical or electrical properties.

Improved Quality Assurance and Traceability

Consistent, high-contrast marking improves product identification, inspection and manufacturing traceability.

Reduced Wire Waste and Scrap

Precise, repeatable processing minimises marking errors and reduces material waste.

Low Cost of Ownership

Efficient operation with minimal consumables and maintenance requirements.

Environmentally Friendly Operation

Eliminates the need for inks and solvents, reducing consumable waste and environmental impact.

Flexible Marking Capability

Supports an unlimited range of characters for clear, permanent identification.

Easy to Install, Operate and Maintain

Designed for straightforward setup and reliable day-to-day use.

Technical Specifications

*Throughput depends on number of characters per mark and spacing. **Additional wire types supported subject to validation testing.

Product Specifications

Metric Imperial

Processing Specifications

Wire size (OD)

0.8 - 10 mm

0.031 - 0.394 in

Wire throughput (max)

120 m/min*

394 ft/min*

Wire type

Single core wires, shielded and unshielded multi-conductor cables. Full list available on request.

Insulation material

PTFE (Teflon®), FEP (Teflon®), ETFE (Tefzel®), XL-ETFE (Tefzel®), PVDF (PVF2), PVC**

Marking specifications

Full uppercase and lowercase alphanumeric (A-Z, a-z, 0-9), extra characters, Barcode (Code 39)

Font Sizes

Large Horizontal, Medium Horizontal, Medium Vertical, Small Vertical. See Font Table for full spec.

System Specifications

Laser type

UV DPSS laser (355 nm)

Beam delivery system

XY galvo scanning system

Configuration

Benchtop system, inline or offline reel-to-reel

Temperature control

Air-cooled

Dimensions (W x D x H)

946 x 1260 x 920 mm

37.24 x 49.61 x 36.22 in

Weight

181 kg

399 lbs

Control and Software

Machine control architecture

Windows-based control software

Interface

Height-adjustable 61 mm (24") screen

Height-adjustable 24" screen

Communications

RJ45 Ethernet

Program configuration

Spectrum Technologies bespoke program

Program recipes

Comma separated value files (.CSV), manual input

Environmental and Operational Conditions

Operating temperature

+15°C to +30°C

+59°F to +86°F

Operating humidity

20% - 80%, non-condensing

Noise level

<70 dB(A)

Power and Utilities

Electrical connection

100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 1Φ

Electrical consumption

2.3 kVA

Fume extraction

External extraction required – 350 m³/hr minimum (ACS5 available)

External extraction required – 206 ft³/min minimum (ACS5 available)

Compliance and Standards

Aerospace and industry standards

SAE AS5649B; ASD-EN 4650

Regulatory compliance

CE; Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC; FDA

Safety standards

Class 1 Laser System; EN ISO 11553-1; EN 60825-1; EN 60825-4; EN 60204-1

Options and Accessories

	Nova 1000
Air Cooling Unit	Standard
Fume Extraction Unit	Optional
Signal Tower	Optional
Display (24")	Standard
Touchscreen Display (17")	Optional