The optical fiber laser cutting system produces small continuous laser beams, which can be used to cut small parts with high precision. When used with CNC controlled manipulators, fiber lasers can be used to manufacture small parts for precision machinery, jewelry, instruments and electronic products.
This capability makes precision laser cutting applications a viable alternative to micro mechanical precision workshops and processing equipment.
Fiber laser system is a solid-state laser, which can produce very high intensity narrow beam. The laser can operate in continuous mode, which improves the quality of the surface finish of the final part. Laser has the ability to cut thin materials at high linear speed. It has a compact design and does not require complex optical devices. The fiber laser is very stable with low maintenance requirements.
1. Materials that can be cut
The narrow beam of fiber laser makes it possible to cut materials that are difficult to cut with conventional laser systems. These include highly reflective metals such as copper, precious metals such as silver and gold, ceramics and plastics. Other materials that can be cut include low-carbon steel, high-strength steel, stainless steel, titanium and platinum.
2. High tolerance
The fiber laser cutter can achieve an accuracy of one inch (0.02mm) to one thousandth of an inch. The continuous nature of the beam eliminates the slight roughness that usually occurs with pulsed lasers and requires no maintenance or adjustment, thus ensuring repeatability. The 4-axis motion control mechanism uses a servo motor for positioning, and has an adjustable mesh ball transmission device to eliminate mechanical clearance.
It is important to note that tolerances for laser cutting applications are affected by material softness and melting point, especially when processing softer precious metals.
3. Productivity
Although the optical fiber laser metal cutter has cutting ability and can process to strict tolerance, the productivity is high because the laser cutter can cut at a speed of 8 inches per second (200mm/s). The overall productivity depends on the thickness of the material being cut, its characteristics and the complexity of the cutting required.
4. Professional application
Laser cutting and processing is the first step in the manufacture of complex components in many industries, including medical equipment, automobiles, aerospace, jewelry and general manufacturing industries that require small and micro components.
Examples of components that can be produced include:
·Medical devices: various medical devices and components are made of titanium, platinum and ceramics.
·Automobile: various parts used in automobile assembly.
·Electronics: semiconductor chips.
·Clock parts: laser cutting can be used to make escapement wheels, escapement wheels and gears.
·Jewelry manufacturing: monograms, necklaces and earrings made of precious metals.
Optical fiber laser cutting machine for steel pipe and plate
5. Almost unlimited possibilities
The application of fiber laser cutting has opened up many ways for complex processing and cutting almost unlimited materials. Important characteristics, such as excellent surface treatment, good edge details and extremely high tolerances, create opportunities for cost-effective parts and components manufacturing compared to traditional methods.