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ComMarker B4Black Anodized Aluminum

2 community-tested settings for engrave, mark Black Anodized Aluminum on the ComMarker B4. Always run a test on scrap material first.


Power20W
Laser Typefiber
Software
EzCad2LightBurn
MaterialBlack Anodized Aluminum
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These 2 settings cover engrave and mark Black Anodized Aluminum on the ComMarker B4 (20W fiber laser). Metal marking typically requires Cermark spray or an anodized coating — bare metal cutting needs a much higher-powered machine.

2 settings

Black Anodized Aluminumengrave
Speed2200 mm/sPower22%Passes1DPI500

Bright contrast on black anodized. Lower power avoids over-burning.

Black Anodized Aluminummark
Speed2000 mm/sPower100%Passes1

White/light mark on black anodize. Short pulse + high frequency key for contrast without charring. 30W reference from barchlaser.com scaled down for 20W (reduce speed by ~25%). Very common for dog tags and ID plates. | Freq: 55kHz, pulse: 4ns, line interval: 0.04mm

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Frequently asked questions

What speed should I use to engrave Black Anodized Aluminum on the ComMarker B4?

The top-rated community setting uses 2200 mm/s at 22% power. Bright contrast on black anodized. Lower power avoids over-burning.

How many passes does the ComMarker B4 need to engrave Black Anodized Aluminum?

All settings here use a single pass. Confirm focus and do a small test burn before committing to your final design.

Do I need air assist for Black Anodized Aluminum on the ComMarker B4?

Air assist is not flagged as required for these settings, but it is good practice during cutting operations to keep the lens clean and reduce char buildup.

What DPI should I use to engrave Black Anodized Aluminum on the ComMarker B4?

Settings here use 500 DPI. Higher DPI gives finer detail but significantly increases burn time — 300 DPI is a good balance for most projects.

What software do I use with the ComMarker B4 for Black Anodized Aluminum?

The ComMarker B4 works with EzCad2 and LightBurn. Enter the speed, power, and passes directly into your software's layer settings — no conversion needed.

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