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Electrochemical Marking Brochure

Electrochemical Marking Brochure

Product catalog summary
Introduction
Universal Marking Systems (UMS) offers advanced electrochemical marking technology that provides permanent, stress-free marking on metal surfaces. This technology is versatile, cost-effective, and suitable for both one-off and volume applications, capable of marking various components such as filtration bowls, flanges, flywheels, and more.

Specifications and Features
The electrochemical marking systems are designed to mark flat or curved surfaces with serial numbers, part numbers, Data Matrix codes, complex graphics, and logos. The systems are compatible with soft or fully hardened metals and can handle small, large, or awkwardly shaped components.

Benefits
  • High-quality permanent marks without deforming the metal surface.
  • Compliance with standards such as IS016022, ATASpec 2000, MIL130, JES131, UID.
  • Quick and easy setup with no noise and minimal maintenance.
  • Portable marking kits suitable for any workshop environment.
  • Safe for marking surgical implants and instruments.

Equipment and Kits
  • ME3000T Advanced Marking Kit: Offers high-quality, permanent marks with hand-operated or semi-automatic options. Features include 11 preset programs, dual timer function, and multi-lingual support.
  • ME3000S Standard Marking Kit: Suitable for small to medium batch runs with a timer function for repeatability.
  • ME3000B Basic Marking Kit: Ideal for low volume batch marking with continuous output.

Automated and Specialist Applications
  • ME3000P Semi-Automatic: Designed for small to medium components with guided air cylinder and electronically controlled electrolyte pump.
  • ME96 Strain Grid: Used for stress analysis in sheet metal forming with a large capacity strain grid unit.
  • ME3000PC Semi-Automatic: Utilizes the ME3000T unit for marking serial numbers, part numbers, and logos with a PC and UMS Stencil Software.

Stencil Options
  • Print On Demand High Resolution Disposable Stencils
  • BRSK High Resolution Disposable Stencils
  • Photographic Stencils
  • Die Impression Stencils

Electrolytes and Neutralisers
UMS manufactures high-quality water-based electrolytes approved for aerospace, nuclear, and medical applications. Neutralisers are available to balance pH and remove residual salts.

Technical Specifications
The ME3000 range includes programmable units with features such as oxide and etch output, multi-lingual support, and USB interface. The equipment is guaranteed for 2 years.

Conclusion
UMS is a British company with over 50 years of experience in industrial marking systems, offering both standard and bespoke applications. They are committed to technical innovation and service excellence.
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Electrochemical Marking Brochure-1

ELECTROCHEMICAL MARKING SYSTEMS NEW GENERATION PROGRAMMABLE MARKING TECHNOLOGY MOVING MARKING TECHNOLOGY FORWARD

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Electrochemical Marking Brochure-2

Moving marking technology forward Universal Marking Systems electrochemical marking provides permanent, stress free marking on metal surfaces. It’s a simple and highly cost effective process suited to one off or volume applications. You can mark flat or curved shapes with serial & part numbers, Data Matrix codes, complex graphics and company logos on to soft or fully hardened metals. The mark can also be applied to small, large or awkward shaped components as well as fabrications where it may be impossible to use alternative systems. UMS have transformed electrochemical marking technology in...

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ME3000 Range A new generation of digital marking units EQUIPMENT - HAND APPLIED MARKING Front panel layout for the ME3000T displaying one of the easy to use preset programs. ME3000T Advanced Marking Kit The most advanced electrochemical marking machine available today. It will produce very high quality, permanent marks simply and efficiently and comes as either hand-operated or a semi-automatic bench top machine. Complete systems can be supplied for Data Matrix Mark and Read Applications. The mark can take 3 forms: > The “OXIDE” mark where a stable black mark is produced or a white oxide on chemical...

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ME3000 Range A new generation of digital marking units EQUIPMENT Automated & Specialist Applications Semi-automatic machine fitted with SMV marking head applying a black oxide mark to the shank of a cutting tool. ME3000P Semi-Automatic > The ME3000P is designed for small to medium components > Guided air cylinder with 50mm stroke to give consistency with the placement of the mark and accommodates different sized components with minimum setup > Electronically controlled electrolyte pump delivers exactly the correct amount of electrolyte for production marking > Can mark onto convex surfaces with...

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A quick and efficient marking process Stencil Options The four stencil types available ensure there is a stencil to suit your needs exactly. 1 Print On Demand High Resolution Disposable Stencils > Produce your own high quality disposable stencils instantly > Easy to use fully featured software, ideal for variable information including Data Matrix codes > Produced using 300dpi thermal printer > Stencils widths of 2”, 4” and 8” 2 BRSK High Resolution Disposable Stencils > Disposable thermal stencils up to 360dpi > Produced using BRSK stencil printer > Stencil widths of 18mm, 24mm and 36mm > Suited...

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A solution for a wide range of components Electrolytes/Neutralisers A carbon marking head with reservoir assembly marking a high speed steel shaft with a batch number. UMS have manufactured their own high quality water based electrolytes for over 50 years which are used in most industries and approved for Aerospace, Nuclear and Medical applications. > UMS has the most extensive range of electrolytes available, both commercial and high purity Aerospace & Nuclear grades for most types of metal > UMS quality test each batch manufactured A neutraliser is required for some metal types and is applied...

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Technical specification and application examples Technical Specification for Hand Applied Kits Technical Features A permanent black oxide mark was applied to this die-cast mazac electric motor part in 1 second. No post marking treatment needed. Pre-Set programs Oxide output Etch output Etch + oxide output Voltage output settings Resetable usage counter Audible buzzer indicates end of cycle Rear accessory socket 110-230V mains imput voltage Output delay function for curved surfaces √ A high contrast Data Matrix code was applied in 0.75 secs to this Titanium aerospace component using UMS’s POD...

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A BRITISH COMPANY, Universal Marking Systems has over 50 years experience in the design, manufacture and supply of industrial marking systems, with representation worldwide. We are committed to technical innovation and service excellence. As well as providing standard systems, UMS are specialists in bespoke applications. UMS also manufacture and supply a range of other marking technologies including dot peen, laser, dot paint and manual marking. MOVING MARKING TECHNOLOGY FORWARD Universal Marking Systems Ltd . Mount Road . Feltham . Middlesex . TW13 6AR . England T: +44 (0) 20 8898 4884 [email protected]...

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