This test used an EC-30 laser with LightBurn software to mark a black coated colorful cup. The goal was to check whether the machine could remove or mark the coating cleanly to reveal the colorful surface underneath.
1. Test Goal
The test was carried out to verify the marking performance of the EC-30 on a coated cup surface. The required result was a clear decorative pattern with visible color contrast after processing.
2. Test Requirement
The sample was a black coated colorful cup. The marking process needed to create visible graphic details on the coating surface.
3. Machine and Material Setup
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Machine type | CO2 laser |
| Machine model | EC-30 |
| Software | LightBurn |
| Material | Coating |
| Test object | Black coated colorful cup |
| Application | Decorative coating marking / custom drinkware |
| Process | Laser marking |
| Processing time | 16 min |
| Test result | Good |
4. Laser Parameter Used
| Parameter Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Mode | Fill |
| Speed | 500 mm/s |
| Max power | 80% |
| Frequency | 40 kHz |
| Global passes | 1 |
| Line interval / Hatch | 0.0700 mm |
| Lines per inch | 362.857 |
| Scan angle | 0 deg |
| Number of passes | 1 |
| Angle increment | 0.0 |
| Pass count | 1 |
5. Test Result
The EC-30 completed the black coated colorful cup marking test in 16 min. The final image shows clear decorative planet graphics on the cup surface, with colorful areas visible through the black coating. The recorded test effect was good.
6. Test Conclusion
This black coated colorful cup marking test achieved the required visual effect using the EC-30. The result shows that the machine can create decorative patterns on coated drinkware by producing clear contrast and revealing color beneath the surface coating.
This type of result may be useful for custom tumblers, drinkware personalization, gift products, promotional cups, themed merchandise, and small-batch coated product customization. Before batch production, the final parameter values should be confirmed with the same material, artwork file, lens setup, and marking software.
