Troubleshooting Inconsistent Mark Depth in Dot Peen Machines
Dot peen marking provides good permanent identification, although many of the operations are hampered by the inconsistent depth of the marks. The appearance of shallow dots on one side and deep craters on the other undermines the readability, traceability, and compliance. A good metal marking machine must give consistent results each time. This guide dissects the typical causes of the variation in depth of dot peen systems, whether it is the handheld portables or the bench top models, and even how to fix it step by step. These are all mastered to produce clear, sharp marks on VINs, serial numbers, or Data Matrix codes. Troubleshooting Issues in Dot Peen Machines Some of the issues in dot peen machines regarding inconsistent mark depth are given below:- Power Supply and Force Settings: The Basics Power inconsistency takes the first position. The changing voltage or battery drain of the portable units causes intermittent stylus force. Symptoms: Faint spots with over-deep depressio...