The XENO 4+ is a laser marking system by cab designed for industrial integration. It features an IPG laser source “Made in Germany”, a SCANLAB galvanometer scanner, and comes with an extended warranty of 2+2 years (up to 4 years total). The XENO 4+ consists of a control unit in 19” rack format and a compact scan head connected via fibre, which can be mounted in any orientation.

The XENO 4+ is available with laser sources of 20, 30, and 50 watts. The choice of power depends on the material, desired marking speed, and contrast. For most metal and plastic applications, 20 W is sufficient; 50 W is recommended for high cycle rates or difficult-to-mark materials.

The XENO 4+ marks on metals (steel, stainless steel, aluminium, brass, copper, etc.), plastics, and painted surfaces. Typical applications include type plates, serial numbers, Data Matrix codes (DMC), barcodes, logos, and plain text – wherever permanent, abrasion-resistant marking is required.

The XENO 4+ consists of two units: (1) the control unit in 19” rack format with integrated laser source, and (2) a compact scan head connected to the control unit via fibre. The scan head can be mounted in any orientation – ideal for integration into production lines.

The XENO 4S additionally features an adjustable focus position (±70 mm depending on the lens). This allows height differences on a workpiece to be compensated automatically within milliseconds – without any loss in cycle time. The XENO 4+ without the S option operates on a fixed marking plane.

Various plano-spherical F-Theta lenses enable marking fields from 69 × 69 mm up to 290 × 290 mm. As a rule: the smaller the marking field, the higher the resolution and detail.

Yes. The F-Theta lens can be replaced if needed (damage or change of marking field). A recalibration of the system is required after a lens change to ensure marking accuracy.

The focus finder is a visual aid in the scan head that simplifies the precise positioning of the workpiece at the focal plane. It projects a visible pilot laser (laser class 2) onto the marking plane, allowing the operator to quickly and accurately set the correct working distance.

All XENO systems work exclusively with CabLase Editor 5. CabLase Editor 5 offers graphical layout design, marking control, process monitoring, and variable data processing (counters, date/time, database connectivity). For customer-specific integrations, cab automation is available.

Two modes are available: (1) Stand-alone mode – layouts and fonts are transferred to the laser controller; marking is triggered without a PC via digital I/O signals. (2) Remote API mode – full programming via TCP/IP: create objects, set parameters, manage layouts. Ideal for Industry 4.0 environments and PLC integration.

Yes. In stand-alone mode, layouts and fonts are transferred once to the internal controller of the XENO 4+. Marking can then be triggered and monitored entirely via the digital I/O interface – without a permanent PC connection.

Yes. CabLase Editor 5 supports counters, date/time variables, database connectivity, and external data inputs. Variable QR codes and Data Matrix codes can also be dynamically populated from external sources such as a PLC.

The XENO 4+ offers: 2 × Ethernet, 2 × RS232C, digital I/O interface with 8 inputs and outputs, remote interface, interlock/emergency stop, USB, and optional MOTF (Marking on the fly).

Via the Remote API interface using TCP/IP. cab provides a PLC programming guide documenting all commands. Typical workflow: PLC establishes connection → select layout → transfer variable data → start marking → query status.

Yes. Through our cab automation, we are able to deliver a customer-specific integration for virtually any requirement.

MOTF is an optional feature that allows workpieces on a conveyor belt to be marked without distortion while in motion. The marking is synchronised with the belt speed – ideal for inline processes with high throughput.

The XENO 4+ is a class 4 laser. When operated inside a closed enclosure (laser class 1 housing), no special safety measures are required. When operated as an open class 4 system, registration with the relevant authority is required and a laser safety officer must be appointed within the company.

Yes. The XENO 4+ must be operated with a certified extraction and filtration system suitable for the generated particles and gases. cab offers appropriate systems. The performance parameters must be matched to the respective marking material.

The interlock/emergency stop interface (CON7) is used to integrate the XENO 4+ into the safety circuit of the production line. An external emergency stop switch can be connected to immediately shut down the laser. Operation without a properly wired safety interface is not permitted.

The XENO 4+ comes with an extended warranty of 2+2 years (up to 4 years total) or 30,000 operating hours.

cab fibre lasers are low-maintenance. The F-Theta lens should be regularly inspected for contamination or damage, and the extraction filters should be replaced periodically.

cab offers direct technical support: Laser marking support: +49 721 6626 499, Online: www.cab.de. Your local cab sales partner is also available as your first point of contact.