100W of MOPA Power for Production Engraving — Motorized Z, Rotary Included, Delivered in About a Week
The BWM 100W pairs a JPT M7 (E) 100W MOPA source with a motorized lift column, a rotary and two field lenses. It's air-cooled, runs on 110V, and ships by air to your door for $5,390 with duties included.
Compatible Materials:
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Metal
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Plastics
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Stone
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Leather
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Rubber
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When engraving is the job rather than a side service, cycle time becomes the cost that matters. Deep serial numbers, full-coverage logos on steel, and batch runs of anodized parts all take longer than they should on a 30W or 50W machine. The BWM 100W JPT MOPA Fiber Laser Engraver gives you 100 watts of average power with full MOPA pulse control, so you can push depth and throughput without giving up color marking or fine detail.
Just as important, it doesn't take a month to arrive. BWM ships by FedEx air freight, typically reaching a US address in around 7 business days, with duties and taxes already included in the price.
Why 100W Matters: More Material Removed per Second
Average power controls how much energy the laser puts into the part every second. Moving from 60W to 100W gives you roughly two-thirds more energy per second, which translates into faster deep engraving, faster fills on large logos and quicker batch runs. It also gives you headroom to run at higher speeds with fewer passes.
One number is worth understanding before you buy: JPT's 100W M7 source is rated at 1.5 mJ maximum pulse energy, a little lower than the 60W's 2.0 mJ. The 100W wins on speed and throughput because it fires more energy overall, not because each individual pulse hits harder. For most production shops, that's the trade you want.
Full MOPA Control: 2 to 500 ns and 1 to 4,000 kHz
The JPT M7 platform lets you set pulse width (2–500 ns) and frequency (1–4,000 kHz) independently. That's what makes a MOPA laser far more flexible than a Q-switched one. Use short pulses for clean black marks on anodized aluminum and crisp edges on plastics. Tune pulse width and frequency together for color marking on stainless steel and titanium. Use long pulses at full power for deep engraving and relief work on tool steel, coins and firearm parts.
BWM specifies JPT's (E) grade M7 source and steers customers away from the lower-cost E2 grade, which it considers less reliable, so output stays more consistent over long production days.
Motorized Z-Axis with One-Touch Up/Down Control
The 100W's marking head sits on a motorized lift column with up and down buttons on the column, plus a handwheel for fine adjustment. When you switch between a flat plate, a tall part and the rotary, you press a button instead of cranking. Pair that with the dual red-light focus pointers on the galvo head, and you'll find focal height in seconds. On a busy day that saves real time across dozens of setups.
Rotary and Two Field Lenses in the Box
BWM includes one rotary attachment and two field lenses at the listed price. The rotary handles tumblers, bottles, pens, rings and cylindrical parts. The two lenses let you trade between a tight field for detail and a larger field for bigger layouts. The standard marking area is 110 x 110 mm, with optional lenses up to 300 x 300 mm for panels and batch fixtures.
7,000 mm/s Speed with ±0.003 mm Repeatability
Two high-speed galvo mirrors steer the beam at up to 7,000 mm/s. BWM rates repeatability at ±0.003 mm and minimum line width at 0.012 mm, so the same machine that deep-engraves a data plate can also produce readable micro-text and QR codes. The controller supports resume after power interruption and shows real-time job progress and a time estimate, which helps when you're planning a batch run.
Thin Metal Cutting for Small Parts
BWM rates its 80–120W fiber platform for cutting 1–2 mm metal. In practice, galvo cutting is a slow, multi-pass process that works best on thin brass, stainless and silver around 1 mm or less: jewelry blanks, stencils, small brackets and custom tags. For regular sheet-metal cutting, you need a dedicated fiber cutting machine.
EZCAD2 Included, LightBurn Compatible
The 100W runs on a JCZ control card with EZCAD2 for Windows and is LightBurn compatible, including control over MOPA pulse width and frequency. Many shops move to LightBurn for its layer workflow and Mac support. The LightBurn galvo license is sold separately.
Air-Cooled on Standard 110V Power
Despite the higher output, the 100W source is air-cooled, so there's no chiller to buy or maintain. It runs on 110V / 60Hz and draws under 800W. The rated source lifespan is 100,000 hours. The control cabinet includes an emergency stop and separate key switches for the scan head and laser, and BWM states its machines comply with FDA and CE standards.
Who the BWM 100W Is Built For
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Production engraving shops running tumblers, awards and promotional products at volume
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Firearm manufacturers and FFL/SOT shops doing deep, compliant serial and logo engraving
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Knife makers and tool manufacturers marking hardened steel
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Manufacturers adding part numbers, data plates and traceability codes in-house
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Coin, medallion and relief work where depth and cycle time both matter
What the 100W isn't for: fiber wavelength doesn't engrave clear glass, fabric, most wood or clear acrylic well. For those, a CO2 or UV laser is the better tool.
What's in the Box
- BWM-100F marking tower with JPT M7 (E) 100W MOPA laser source and galvo scan head
- Motorized lift column
- Control cabinet with emergency stop and key switches
- Rotary attachment
- Two field lenses
- JCZ control card with EZCAD2 software
- Power and connection cables
Specifications
| Parameter |
Value |
| Model |
BWM-100F |
| Laser Source |
JPT M7 (E) MOPA fiber, 100W |
| Average Output Power |
100W |
| Maximum Pulse Energy |
1.5 mJ |
| Beam Quality (M²) |
Less than 1.6 |
| Laser Type |
MOPA pulsed fiber laser |
| Central Wavelength |
1064 nm |
| Pulse Width Range |
2 to 500 ns (adjustable) |
| Pulse Repetition Rate |
1 to 4,000 kHz |
| Output Power Adjustment |
10% to 100%, continuously adjustable |
| Output Beam Diameter |
7.0 mm (±1.0 mm) |
| Max Marking Speed |
7,000 mm/s |
| Standard Marking Area |
110 x 110 mm (optional lenses up to 300 x 300 mm) |
| Included Lenses |
Two field lenses |
| Included Rotary |
Yes, one rotary attachment |
| Galvo Scan Head |
High-speed digital galvo with dual red-light focus and positioning |
| Controller / Software |
JCZ control card with EZCAD2; LightBurn compatible |
| Operating System |
Windows 7 / 10 / 11 (Mac via LightBurn) |
| Cooling |
Air-cooled (no chiller required) |
| Input Power |
110V / 60Hz single-phase (220V available) |
| Power Consumption |
Under 800W |
| Operating Temperature |
0 to 40°C |
| Rated Laser Source Lifespan |
100,000 hours |
| Safety |
Emergency stop, separate scan head and laser key switches; manufacturer states FDA and CE compliance |
| Package Size |
77 x 47 x 77 cm (30.3 x 18.5 x 30.3 in) |
| Warranty |
3 Years, complete machine |
| Repeatability |
±0.003 mm |
| Minimum Line Width |
0.012 mm |
| Marking Depth |
Up to 1.2 mm (material dependent) |
| Z-Axis |
Motorized lift with up/down buttons |
| Net Weight |
60 kg (132 lbs) |
Warranty and Support
BWM covers the complete machine, including the JPT laser source, for 3 years, with lifetime technical support from its engineers by phone, video or TeamViewer. Warranty parts ship directly from BWM, and BWM pays freight both ways if a component needs repair. BWM has been building fiber lasers for around 20 years.
The Maker's Chest Difference
- 🇺🇸 US-based pre-sale guidance — we sell fiber and UV lasers to small businesses, schools and universities every week, and we'll tell you plainly whether this machine, a different wattage, or a different laser type fits the materials and volumes you actually run.
- 🛠️ Two layers of support — our US team for day-to-day questions, backed by BWM's own engineers for remote diagnostics by phone, video or TeamViewer, with lifetime technical support after the warranty ends.
- ✈️ Fast, all-in delivery — shipped by FedEx air freight, typically arriving in around 7 business days, with duties, taxes and customs fees already included in the price. No broker invoices after delivery.
- 🧾 3-year complete-machine warranty — replacement parts ship directly from BWM, and the manufacturer covers two-way freight if a component needs repair.
- 🧰 Production-ready at one price — motorized Z, rotary and two lenses are all included at $5,390, delivered.
- ⚙️ Help dialing in production settings — we'll help you find starting parameters for deep engraving, anodized aluminum and color marking, and choose between EZCAD2 and LightBurn for your workflow.
BWM 100W vs. 60W: Which Should You Choose?
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BWM 60W JPT MOPA |
BWM 100W JPT MOPA |
| Laser source |
JPT M7 (E) MOPA, 60W |
JPT M7 (E) MOPA, 100W |
| Max pulse energy |
2.0 mJ |
1.5 mJ |
| Pulse width / frequency |
2–500 ns / 1–4,000 kHz |
2–500 ns / 1–4,000 kHz |
| Z-axis |
Manual handwheel lift |
Motorized lift with up/down buttons |
| Best at |
Color marking, fine detail, jewelry, tumblers, serial plates |
Faster deep engraving, larger batch jobs, thin metal cutting |
| Net weight |
50 kg (110 lbs) |
60 kg (132 lbs) |
| Price (delivered) |
$4,290 |
$5,390 |
Choose the 100W if deep engraving, large fills or batch production fill most of your day, and you want a motorized Z-axis for fast setups.
Choose the 60W if your work is mostly color marking, jewelry and fine detail, where its 2.0 mJ pulse energy and $1,100 lower price make more sense.
Frequently Asked Questions about the BWM 100W JPT MOPA Fiber Laser
Q: Is 100W worth it over 60W for a fiber laser?
A: It is if engraving speed drives your business. The 100W delivers about two-thirds more average power than the 60W, so deep engraving and large fills finish faster. If most of your work is color marking or fine detail, the 60W often gives equal results for $1,100 less.
Q: Why does the 100W have lower pulse energy than the 60W?
A: JPT rates its 100W M7 source at 1.5 mJ and the 60W at 2.0 mJ. The 100W delivers more total energy per second by firing more pulses, which is what drives production speed. Each individual pulse is slightly less intense.
Q: Can the BWM 100W do color marking?
A: Yes. As a MOPA laser with independent pulse width (2–500 ns) and frequency (1–4,000 kHz) control, it can produce oxide colors on stainless steel and titanium. Plan to build a settings library for each material and finish.
Q: How deep can it engrave, and can it cut metal?
A: BWM rates marking depth at up to about 1.2 mm per job, depending on material and number of passes. BWM rates the platform for cutting 1–2 mm metal. Realistically, expect slow multi-pass cuts that work best on thin brass, stainless or silver around 1 mm and under.
Q: Does the 100W have autofocus or a motorized Z-axis?
A: It has a motorized lift column with up/down buttons and a handwheel for fine adjustment. Focus is set using the dual red-light pointers on the galvo head: when the two dots meet, you're at focal height.
Q: Does it need a chiller or 220V power?
A: No. The 100W source is air-cooled, and the machine runs on standard 110V / 60Hz power, drawing under 800W.
Q: Does it work with LightBurn?
A: Yes. It ships with EZCAD2 on a JCZ control card and is compatible with LightBurn's galvo module, including MOPA settings. The LightBurn license is sold separately. Don't install EZCAD2 and LightBurn drivers on the same computer at the same time.
Q: What's included with the machine?
A: The marking tower with the JPT 100W MOPA source and galvo head, the motorized lift column, the control cabinet, one rotary attachment, two field lenses, and EZCAD2 software with a JCZ control card.
Q: How fast does it ship, and are there import fees?
A: BWM ships by FedEx air freight, typically arriving in around 7 business days. Duties, taxes and customs fees are included in the price.
Q: What's the warranty and return policy?
A: BWM provides a 3-year warranty on the complete machine plus lifetime technical support. BWM machines aren't covered by our standard return policy because they ship directly from the manufacturer. If a machine arrives with serious shipping damage, BWM covers freight both ways to repair or replace it.
Q: Why buy from The Maker's Chest instead of directly from BWM?
A: You get the same factory-direct air shipping and warranty, plus a US-based team for pre-sale advice, setup help and ongoing questions during US business hours.
