Characteristics of Carbon Dioxide Laser Cutting Machine Equipment

The characteristics of carbon dioxide laser cutting machine equipment are distinct. The following is a detailed explanation from multiple dimensions such as cutting quality, cutting speed, applicability, processing method, environmental protection, cost-effectiveness, technical parameters, and application fields:

1、 Cutting quality
Narrow and high-precision incision: The incision width is generally between 0.1-0.5mm, and the errors in hole center distance and contour size are controlled within a very small range (such as 0.1-0.4mm and 0.1-0.5mm), which can achieve high-precision cutting requirements.
Good surface roughness: The surface roughness of the cut is generally controlled between Ra12.5-25 μ m, and the cut seam can be directly used for welding without further processing, reducing subsequent processes and improving production efficiency.
2、 Cutting speed
Fast cutting speed: Taking a 2KW laser power as an example, the cutting speed of 8mm thick carbon steel can reach 1.6m/min, and the cutting speed of 2mm thick stainless steel can reach 3.5m/min. This high-speed cutting capability significantly shortens the processing cycle and improves production efficiency.
Small heat affected zone: Due to the concentration of energy during laser cutting, the heat transferred to the material being cut is small, resulting in minimal material deformation, ensuring the dimensional accuracy and shape stability of the cut piece.
3、 Applicability
Wide material adaptability: Carbon dioxide laser cutting machine can cut almost all common metal and non-metal materials, including steel, aluminum, copper, plastic, wood, acrylic, etc PP、 Organic glass, etc. This wide adaptability makes laser cutting machines a universal tool in manufacturing processes across multiple industries.
Wide thickness range: For metal materials, carbon dioxide laser cutting machines can stably cut carbon steel within 20mm, stainless steel within 10mm, aluminum alloys below 8mm, etc; For non-metallic materials, the cutting thickness can reach 20mm or even thicker.
4、 Processing method
Non contact cutting: Laser cutting is a non-contact machining method that does not involve physical contact between the tool and the workpiece, thus avoiding tool wear and material surface damage caused by contact. This is particularly important for material processing that requires high surface quality.
High degree of automation: Carbon dioxide laser cutting machines are usually equipped with CNC systems, which can achieve automated processing. Through computer programming, any flat shape can be processed without the need for mold making, which is economical and time-saving.
5、 Environmental friendliness
Clean, safe, and pollution-free: The laser cutting process does not produce harmful gases and dust, greatly improving the working environment for operators. At the same time, the laser cutting machine meets the environmental protection requirements of various countries’ production, avoiding the limitations caused by corrosion, screen printing and other processes.
6、 Cost effectiveness
High efficiency and low cost: Laser cutting speed is fast, production efficiency is high, and it can achieve multi use of multiple materials in one machine. Compared to traditional cutting methods, laser cutting machines can also reduce waste during the cutting process, reduce material waste, and comply with the green and environmentally friendly manufacturing concept.
Long term economic benefits are significant: Although the initial investment of carbon dioxide laser cutting machines may be high, their low long-term operating costs, simple maintenance, and long service life make their long-term economic benefits significant.