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What Is A Fiber Laser Cutting Machine Used For?

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1. What is Fiber Laser Cutting?

2. Advantages of Fiber Laser Cutting

3. What Materials Can a Fiber Laser Cut?

4. How Thick Can a Fiber Laser Cut?

5. What Are the Applications of Fiber Laser Cutting Machines?

6. How Does a Fiber Laser Cutting Machine Work?

7. What is the Difference Between CO2 Laser Cutter and Fiber Laser Cutter?

8. FAQ

What is Fiber Laser Cutting?

Fiber laser cutting is a laser cutting technology that uses a fiber laser generator as a light source. This technology transmits laser beams through optical fibers, avoiding complex light guide systems such as reflectors, making the optical path simple and the structure stable, and the external optical path maintenance-free. The cutting head of the fiber laser cutting machine contains protective lenses, which reduces the consumption of expensive consumables such as focusing lenses. Light is exported through optical fibers, which simplifies the design of the mechanical system and is easy to integrate with robots or multi-dimensional workbenches. Fiber lasers have the characteristics of small size, light weight, and small footprint. It is a new type of fiber laser cutting technology newly developed internationally.

Working principle:

The basic principle of fiber laser cutting is to use a high-energy-density laser beam to focus on the surface of the workpiece, so that the area irradiated by the ultra-fine focus spot is instantly melted and vaporized, and the spot irradiation position is moved by the CNC mechanical system to achieve automatic cutting. This technology has the characteristics of high precision, fast cutting, no restrictions on cutting patterns, automatic layout to save materials, smooth incisions, and low processing costs. It is gradually improving or replacing traditional metal cutting process equipment.

The advantages of fiber laser cutting technology are its high beam quality, compactness and lightness, high electro-optical conversion efficiency, low power consumption, high output and high reliability, and long life. Since it is composed entirely of optical fibers and has no lenses, there is no need to worry about dust and optical axis deviation, and frequent maintenance is not required, so it is highly maintainable. Fiber laser is rapidly gaining popularity in many industries such as marking, fine processing, welding, and cutting.

Advantages of Fiber Laser Cutting

Fiber laser cutting has many advantages that make it a popular and widely used cutting process technology:

1. High cutting precision

Laser cutting machine positioning accuracy of 0.05 mm, repeat positioning accuracy of 0.03 mm, can realize the cutting of fine, complex shapes, cutting lines are smooth, clean cuts.

2. Narrow cutting slit of laser cutting machine

The laser beam is focused into a very small point of light, so that the focal point of the high power density, the material is quickly heated to the degree of vaporization, evaporation and the formation of holes. With the beam and the material relative to the linear movement, so that the hole continuously formed a very narrow width of the slit, the width of the cut is generally 0.10-0.20mm.

3. Laser cutting machine cutting surface smooth

Cutting surface without burrs, the surface roughness of the cut is generally controlled within Ra6.5.

4. Laser cutting machine speed

Cutting speed up to 10m/min Maximum positioning speed up to 30m/min Much faster than wire cutting, high productivity, suitable for mass production and efficient processing needs.

5. Good cutting quality of laser cutting machine

Non-contact cutting, the cutting edge by the heat is very small, basically no thermal deformation of the workpiece, completely avoiding the collapse of the material formed when punching and shearing, the cut seam generally do not need secondary processing.

6. No damage to the workpiece

The laser cutting head will not contact with the surface of the material to ensure that the workpiece is not scratched.

7. Unaffected by the shape of the workpiece

Laser processing flexibility is good, can process any shape, can cut tubes and other profiles.

8. Save investment in molds

Laser processing does not require molds, no mold consumption, no need to repair molds, saving the time to replace molds, thus saving the processing costs, reducing production costs, especially suitable for the processing of large products.

9. Material saving

With computer programming, different shapes of products can be cut to maximize the utilization of materials.

10. Improve the speed of sample leaving the factory

Immediately after the formation of product drawings, laser processing can be carried out, the shortest possible time to get the new product in kind.

11. Safety and environmental protection

Laser processing waste less, low noise, clean, safe, no pollution, greatly improve the working environment.

What Materials Can a Fiber Laser Cut?

Fiber laser cutting machines are suitable for cutting almost all metal materials, such as stainless steel, carbon steel, alloy steel, silicon steel, spring steel, aluminum, aluminum alloy, galvanized sheet, galvanized sheet, pickled sheet, copper, silver, gold, titanium and other metal sheets and pipes.

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How Thick Can a Fiber Laser Cut?

Fiber laser cutting technology can achieve cutting of materials of different thicknesses. The specific thickness that can be cut depends on factors such as the laser power used, the material type and the cutting speed. Suntop provides laser cutting machines with laser power of 1000W-20KW to meet your cutting needs of different materials and thicknesses. Click to contact Suntop professional technicians to recommend suitable laser cutting equipment for you.

Cutting Ability:

(For reference only, the actual cutting capacity is also related to many factors such as cutting machine quality, cutting environment, auxiliary gas, cutting speed, etc.)

1000W
Material	Thickness(mm)	Speed: m/min	Gas
SS	1	22	N2
SS	1.5	11	N2
SS	2	6	N2
SS	3	2.5	N2
SS	4	1.2	N2
SS	6	0.6	N2

CS	3	3.5	O2
CS	6	1.6	O2
CS	8	1	O2
CS	10	0.8	O2
CS	12	0.7	O2

AI	1	22	N2
AI	2	5	N2
AI	3	2	N2

Brass	1	10	N2
Brass	2	4	N2
Brass	3	1.3	N2

1500W
Material	Thickness(mm)	Speed: m/min	Gas
SS	1	45.6	N2
SS	1.8	19.2	N2
SS	2.8	4.8	N2
SS	4.6	1.8	N2
SS	6	10.9	N2
SS	7.5	0.3	N2

CS	1.5	19.2	O2
CS	2	8.4	O2
CS	3	4.8	O2
CS	4.7	2.1	O2
CS	5.7	2	O2
CS	7.8	1.5	O2
CS	9.7	1.32	O2
CS	13.8	0.72	O2
CS	16	0.7	O2

AI	2	7.8	N2
AI	3	5.7	N2
AI	5	0.78	N2
AI	6	0.54	N2

Brass	1	33.6	N2
Brass	3	2.7	N2
Brass	5	0.78	N2

2000W
Material	Thickness(mm)	Speed: m/min	Gas
SS	1	20~28	N2
SS	2	9~13	N2
SS	3	4~6.5	N2
SS	4	3~4.5	N2
SS	6	1.2~1.8	N2
SS	8	0.7~1.0	N2
SS	10	0.5~0.6	N2

CS	3	3~4.6	O2
CS	5	2.7~3.1	O2
CS	6	2.0~2.8	O2
CS	8	1.4~2.0	O2
CS	10	1.1~1.4	O2
CS	12	0.9~1.0	O2
CS	16	0.6~0.75	O2
CS	20	0.4~0.5	O2

AI	3	4~6	N2
AI	4	2.5~3.5	N2
AI	5	1.4~1.8	N2
AI	6	0.8~1.2	N2
AI	8	0.6~0.8	N2

Brass	1	25~32	N2
Brass	3	3.2~6	N2
Brass	5	0.9~3.2	N2

3000W
Material	Thickness(mm)	Speed: m/min	Gas
SS	1	35~50	N2
SS	2	15~23	N2
SS	3	7~11	N2
SS	4	4~6	N2
SS	5	2.0~3.2	N2
SS	8	1.2~1.8	N2
SS	10	0.7~0.9	N2
SS	12	0.3~0.4	N2

CS	1	45~48	O2
CS	2	20~23	O2
CS	3	10~11	O2
CS	4	3.5~5	O2
CS	5	2.5~3.6	O2
CS	6	2.4~3.0	O2
CS	8	1.8~2.4	O2
CS	10	1.2~1.8	O2
CS	12	1.0~1.5	O2
CS	16	0.7~0.8	O2
CS	20	0.6~0.7	O2
CS	22	0.5~0.65	O2
CS	25	0.4~0.6	O2

AI	3	6.5~8.0	N2
AI	4	3.5~5.0	N2
AI	5	2.5~3.5	N2
AI	6	1.8~3.0	N2
AI	8	0.9~1.3	N2
AI	10	0.4~0.7	N2
AI	12	0.3~0.4	N2

Brass	1	38~42	N2
Brass	2	17~18	N2
Brass	3	7~8	N2
Brass	5	3.5~4.2	N2

What Are the Applications of Fiber Laser Cutting Machines?

Fiber laser cutting machines are widely used in the fields of industry and manufacturing, mainly including but not limited to the following aspects:

Automobile Manufacturing

Fiber laser cutting machines have important applications in the automobile manufacturing industry. They can be used to cut car doors, car bodies, car floors, engine hoods, rear covers, airbags and other parts.

Advertising Industry

Due to the large number of customized needs in the advertising industry, the efficiency of traditional methods is low, and laser cutting machines can meet the processing needs of plates of various thicknesses and complex fonts.

Kitchenware

Fiber laser cutting machines can meet the customized production needs of kitchenware. Whether it is mass production or small batch personalized production, they can be produced according to drawings.

Hardware Products

Suitable for the processing of bathroom hardware, hotel daily hardware, hardware decorations, hardware crafts, etc.

Sheet Metal Processing

In the field of sheet metal processing, laser cutting machines can greatly reduce manpower and material costs and improve production efficiency.

Fitness Equipment

Laser cutting machines can complete the cutting and punching of various pipes, and process any complex curve graphics, greatly shortening the production period.

Fiber laser cutting machines are also widely used in various manufacturing and processing industries such as aviation, aerospace, electronics, electrical appliances, subway parts, machinery, precision parts, ships, metallurgical equipment, elevators, household appliances, craft gifts, tool processing, decoration, and metal external processing. It can meet the high-precision and high-speed cutting needs of various materials and improve production efficiency and processing quality. With the continuous advancement and innovation of technology, the application scope of fiber laser cutting technology in various fields will continue to expand and deepen.

How Does a Fiber Laser Cutting Machine Work?

1. Working process of laser cutting machine:

The working process of fiber laser cutting machine mainly includes the following steps:

- The laser generates a high-energy laser beam.

- The laser beam is transmitted to the cutting head through the optical fiber.

- The focusing lens focuses the laser beam into a small diameter spot.

- The spot processes the surface of the workpiece to melt or vaporize it, completing the cutting process.

2. Cutting parameter setting:

The setting of cutting parameters is crucial to the cutting quality and needs to be reasonably set according to the specific material and thickness.

- Laser power: Control cutting depth and speed.

- Cutting speed: Affects cutting speed and quality.

- Gas pressure: The gas pressure regulation of auxiliary gas is important for removing slag and maintaining a stable cutting process.

3. Cutting quality control:

The cutting quality can be controlled by adjusting parameters such as laser power, gas pressure, focal length, etc. to ensure that the cutting effect meets the expected requirements. Stable parameter settings are crucial to ensure cutting quality.

4. Safety protection measures:

The laser cutting machine is a high-energy device. When operating, relevant safety operating procedures must be strictly followed to ensure the personal safety of the staff. Protective equipment such as protective glasses and gloves must be worn, and avoid direct observation of the laser beam and unnecessary contact.

5. Maintenance:

The fiber laser cutting machine should be cleaned, lubricated and inspected regularly to ensure the normal operation of the equipment and extend its service life. Proper maintenance can reduce the failure rate and ensure the stability and reliability of the equipment.

If you have any questions or need further operation guidance, click here to contact Suntop Laser for consultation and help to ensure safe operation and obtain the best cutting effect and equipment maintenance. Suntop Laser has a professional technical support team that can provide users with timely and effective help and guidance. When using a laser cutting machine, always comply with relevant safety regulations and operating guidelines to ensure safe operation and obtain satisfactory processing results.

What is the Difference Between CO2 Laser Cutter and Fiber Laser Cutter?

CO2 laser cutting machine and fiber laser cutting machine are two common laser cutting equipment. They have some differences in working principle, applicable materials, cutting speed and precision. The following are the main differences between them:

1. Working principle:

- CO2 laser cutting machine: Using CO2 gas as the laser medium, the laser beam is first focused into a focus through the lens through the negative lens, and then the focused laser beam processes the workpiece.

- Fiber laser cutting machine: Using optical fiber as the laser transmission medium, the laser beam is transmitted to the cutting head through the optical fiber, and then focused into a small diameter spot through the focusing lens for cutting.

2. Cutting materials:

- CO2 laser cutting machine: Suitable for non-metallic materials (such as wood, cloth, acrylic, etc.) and thick metal materials.

- Fiber laser cutting machine: Mainly used for cutting metal materials, especially for stainless steel, aluminum alloy, copper alloy and other metal materials.

3. Cutting speed and precision:

- CO2 laser cutting machine: Generally speaking, CO2 laser cutting machine has a slower cutting speed, but has higher cutting quality and precision when cutting thick plates and coarser materials.

- Fiber laser cutting machine: Fiber laser cutting machines usually have faster cutting speeds and are suitable for processing metal sheet materials and applications that require higher speeds.

4. Maintenance and operating costs:

- CO2 laser cutting machine: Relatively speaking, the maintenance and operating costs of CO2 laser cutting machines are higher than those of fiber laser cutting machines because the laser gas needs to be replaced regularly.

- Fiber laser cutting machine: The operating and maintenance costs of fiber laser cutting machines are lower, the fiber has a long life, and there is almost no loss.

CO2 laser cutting machines and fiber laser cutting machines each have their own characteristics and scope of application. It is very important to choose the equipment that suits your needs. Click here to contact Suntop Laser for professional technical support.

FAQ

Q1: What is the working principle of the fiber laser cutting machine?

A1: The fiber laser cutting machine heats the metal material to the melting point or boiling point through a high-energy laser beam, and then uses gas to blow away the molten metal to achieve cutting. This cutting method can achieve high-precision and high-speed cutting.

Q2: What materials are suitable for fiber laser cutting machines?

A2: Fiber laser cutting machines are mainly suitable for metal materials such as stainless steel, aluminum alloy, copper, etc. For non-metallic materials such as plastics, wood, etc., other types of laser cutting machines are usually required.

Q3: What is the cutting accuracy of the fiber laser cutting machine?

A3: The cutting accuracy of the fiber laser cutting machine is usually within 0.1mm, which can meet the precision processing needs of most industries.

Q4: What should be paid attention to in the maintenance of the fiber laser cutting machine?

A4: Regularly cleaning the optical lens, adjusting the beam focus of the fiber laser cutting machine, and checking the fiber connection are key steps to keep the equipment running normally.

Q5: How to choose a fiber laser cutting machine that suits your needs?

A5: Choose according to factors such as the type, thickness, and cutting accuracy requirements of the required cutting material, while considering parameters such as equipment power and cutting speed.