A laser cutting machine focuses the laser emitted from the laser into a high-power laser beam through an optical path system. The laser beam irradiates the surface of the workpiece, causing it to reach the melting or boiling point, while the high-pressure gas coaxial with the beam blows away the melted or vaporized metal. As the beam of light moves relative to the workpiece, the material eventually forms a cutting seam, thereby achieving the purpose of cutting.

Laser cutting processing replaces traditional mechanical knives with invisible beams of light. It has the characteristics of high accuracy, fast cutting, not limited to cutting pattern limitations, automatic layout saving materials, smooth cuts, and low processing costs. It will gradually improve or replace traditional metal cutting process equipment.

So, how to choose the appropriate laser cutting machine power in actual needs?

Precautions for selecting the appropriate laser cutting machine power:

1. Choose according to the material to be processed and the thickness to be cut:

Choose the power size based on the actual materials to be processed and the thickness of the cutting, which can determine the model and processing width of the equipment to be purchased, and lay a simple foundation for future procurement work. The application fields of laser cutting machines involve various industries such as sheet metal processing, metal processing, advertising, technology, medical equipment, etc.

2. Select based on smooth cutting surface:

The presence or absence of burrs on the cutting surface of laser cutting is mainly determined by the cutting thickness and the use of gas. Cutting below 3mm is burr free, with nitrogen gas having the best effect, oxygen having the second best effect, and air having the worst effect. The metal laser cutting machine has minimal or no burrs, the cutting surface is very smooth, the speed is relatively high, and the material deformation is also relatively small.

3. Selection of core parts for laser cutting:

Is the laser and laser head imported or domestically produced? Imported lasers generally use more IPG, while domestically produced lasers generally use more Ruike. At the same time, other accessories for laser cutting should also be noted, such as whether the motor is an imported servo motor, guide rail, bed, etc., as they affect the cutting accuracy of the machine to a certain extent. One particular point to note is the cooling system of laser cutting machines - the cooling cabinet. Many companies directly use household air conditioners for cooling, but that effect is actually well-known and very bad. The best way is to use industrial dedicated air conditioners, specialized machines, to achieve the best results.

4. Power selection:

For example, most factories cut metal plates below 6mm, so there is no need to buy high-power laser cutting machines. A 1000W laser cutting machine can meet production needs. If the production volume is large and you are worried that the efficiency of 1000W is not as high as that of high-power laser cutting machines, the best choice is to purchase two or more small and medium-sized laser cutting machines. This will help manufacturers in controlling costs and improving efficiency