Linx SL3
30W compact and robust laser coder
The Linx SL3 Laser Coder is affordable, enabled by a single laser coding unit with flexible configurations to meet your needs.
Simple to install and easy to maintain, the Linx SL3 provides an ideal marking solution onto a wide range of materials, including glass, metal, plastic and paper/card.
With its IP54 rated enclosure and proven laser technology, the Linx SL3 operates reliably in manufacturing environments, maximizing production output.
About CO2 Laser Marking
CO₂ laser coding and marking works by directing a focused beam of infrared light onto the surface of a product or packaging, where the energy from the laser heats and alters the material to create a clear, permanent mark. This can involve engraving, etching, or changing the surface colour depending on the substrate.
The laser beam is precisely controlled by mirrors and software to form text, codes or graphics at high speed, with no inks or consumables required, making it a clean and reliable solution for industrial coding.
“The launch of this new laser coder gives our customers an even wider choice when looking for an affordable, robust and simple to install coder, without compromising on the exceptionally high standards our customers expect from Linx. We are confident this coder will prove to be extremely popular, and its single box design makes it especially attractive”
Craig Briggs, Head of Product Planning & Business Unit Management, Linx Printing Technologies
Affordable
Reduce operating costs
- Single Unit: Compact, complete laser coder in a single unit that meets your coding needs at an affordable price.
- Zero consumables: CO2 laser marking generates minimal waste and doesn’t require consumables like inks or ribbons, reducing ongoing costs and environmental impact.
- Low maintenance: Easy and minimum maintenance increases production time and reduces running costs.
- Laser tube warranty: 2 year laser tube warranty for peace of mind and no unexpected costs.
Robust
Eliminate unplanned downtime
- Enclosure: IP54 stainless steel and anodised aluminium enclosure to withstand water splashes from any angle and your manufacturing environment.
- Reliable laser tube: Established and proven laser tube and marking head technology provide reliability and confidence.
- Stand-alone: Operates without interconnections improving laser reliability through eliminating possibilities of interconnection failure or damage.
Simple
Stress-free setup and changeovers
- Single unit: Lightweight, 21kg, the single unit integrates easily onto production lines and systems making it quick and simple to install. Reduced size is deal for areas with little space and OEM installations.
- Multiple configurations: Multiple mounting positions and orientations support simple and compact installations.
- Clear interface: Easy to create, update and revise codes, manage of printing parameters and view job status with the large colour LinxVision® touch screen, and LinxVision software. Rangle of fonts, operating languages and password protection levels built-in.
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Applications for SL3 Laser
Personal Care
High‑quality, consistent codes for premium packaging and traceability requirements.
The Linx SL3
Affordable | Robust | Simple
Check if the Linx SL3 is available in your region by contacting your local distributor.
Coding GS1 with SL3
Coding GS1 codes with the Linx SL3 laser coder provides a reliable way to create high‑quality, permanent marks that remain clear and scannable throughout the product’s lifecycle. With laser technology, there are no inks or consumables required, helping reduce running costs while maintaining consistent code quality. This supports accurate data capture for traceability and compliance with global GS1 standards, even in fast‑moving production environments.
Linx’s official partnership with GS1 UK reinforces our commitment to delivering trusted, standards-compliant coding solutions. As a GS1 UK-approved provider, our products, including the SL3 lasers, are validated to print GS1-compliant 2D codes with precision and reliability.
Technical Specifications
| Laser type: | CO2 scribing laser coder |
| Line speed: | up to 360 m/min |
| Maximum laser output power at lens: | 30W |
| Laser tube wavelengths: | 10.6 µm, 10.2 µm or 9.3 µm |
| Laser tube warranty: | 2 years |
| Maximum marking speed [2mm characters/s]: | up to 1300 m/min |
| Marking ellipse: | up to 102 x 160mm |
| Marking distance: | 92 / 141 / 190mm |
| Number of lines of text: | only limited by character size and marking field size |
| Character height: | up to marking field size |
| Print rotation: | 0-360° |
| Head mounting options: | down (90°) or straight (0°) |
| Pilot Laser: | available as standard |
| Focus Finder: | available as standard |
| Cooling: | Air cooled, no factory air or water required |
| Code options: | Date, time, static text, variable text, serial numbers, shift codes, increment/decrement (batch count), 1D/2D barcodes, graphics and logos, Julian date, Custom date and time formats, 2D codes including DotCode |
| IP rating: | IP54 |
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FAQ
The Linx SL3 is designed for permanent coding and marking directly onto products and packaging, creating text, barcodes, logos and 2D codes for identification, traceability and compliance.
The Linx SL3 CO₂ laser coder can mark a wide range of materials, including paper, cardboard, plastics and other packaging substrates, making it suitable for many manufacturing and packaging applications.
The Linx SL3 can produce a variety of marking formats, including text, logos, barcodes and 2D codes, enabling manufacturers to meet industry and regulatory coding requirements.
Unlike ink-based systems, laser coding creates permanent marks without the need for inks or consumables, helping to reduce ongoing costs and eliminate the risk of smudging or fading.
Yes, the Linx SL3 features a compact, single-box design with flexible mounting options, making it simple to install and integrate into existing production lines.
Built with proven laser technology and a robust enclosure, the Linx SL3 is designed to operate reliably in manufacturing environments, helping to maximise uptime and maintain consistent code quality.
The Linx SL3 is designed for low maintenance operation, helping to reduce downtime and keep production running efficiently.
Yes, by producing permanent, high-quality codes that remain readable throughout the product lifecycle, the Linx SL3 helps support traceability and compliance with industry standards.
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