Polycarbonate (PC) is a durable, impact resistant, thermoplastic polymer. Many proprietary grades of polycarbonate are manufactured under trade names such as Lexan™, Makrolon^™, Anjalon^™, Durolon^™, Lupilon^™, Lupoy^™, and Panlite™. Laser cutting polycarbonate is best done using a 10.6 micron CO₂ laser, which produces a smooth but often discolored edge. Laser marking polycarbonate is achieved using a Fiber laser. The 1.06 micron wavelength Fiber laser beam creates an opaque black mark with a high level of detail.