Laser Cutting
Loftis offers both Fiber and CO2 Laser Cutting. These high-precision cutting processes provide speed, accuracy, and versatility.
LASER CUTTING AT A GLANCE
- Principle of Operation
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- Laser Source: A laser cutting machine typically uses fiber and CO2 as the energy source. The laser beam is generated and focused.
- Focusing Optics: Lenses or mirrors are used to focus the laser beam into a concentrated, high-energy point.
- Material Interaction: The focused laser beam is directed onto the material’s surface, causing localized heating and vaporization or melting of the material.
- Motion System: The material or the laser head is moved, guided by a computer-controlled system, to follow the cutting path or engraving pattern.
- Types of Laser Cutting
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- Fiber Laser Cutting: Uses fiber optic technology and is highly efficient for cutting metals, including steel, aluminum, and copper.
- CO2 Laser Cutting: Utilizes a carbon dioxide gas laser. It is versatile and suitable for cutting non-metallic materials like wood, acrylic, plastic, and paper.
- Advantages
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- Precision and Accuracy: Laser cutting provides high precision and accuracy, making it suitable for intricate and detailed designs.
- Speed: The cutting process is fast, allowing for efficient production.
- Versatility: Laser cutting can be used on a wide range of materials, both metallic and non-metallic.
- Minimal Material Waste: The focused laser beam minimizes material waste as it cuts narrow kerfs.
- Non-Contact Process: Laser cutting is a non-contact process, reducing the risk of material distortion or damage.
- Automation: Laser cutting machines can be integrated into automated systems for increased efficiency.
- Materials Suitable for Laser Cutting
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- Metals: Steel, aluminum, stainless steel, copper.
- Non-Metals: Wood, acrylic, plastic, fabric, leather, paper, rubber.
- Composites: Various composite materials.
- Applications
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- Metal Fabrication: Laser cutting is widely used in the metal fabrication industry for cutting various metals into precise shapes and sizes.
- Signage and Advertising: Laser cutting is used for creating intricate signs, letters, and logos from materials like acrylic and metal.
- Automotive Industry: Used for cutting and shaping various automotive components.
- Electronics: Laser cutting is employed in the production of electronic components and circuit boards.
- Textiles and Apparel: Used for cutting fabric and leather in the textile and apparel industry.
- Medical Devices: Laser cutting is used for precision cutting of components in the medical device industry.
- Limitations
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- Material Thickness: The thickness of materials that can be effectively cut depends on the laser’s power and the type of material.
- Reflective Materials: Highly reflective materials can reflect the laser beam, affecting the cutting quality.
OUR CUTTING EDGE TEAM IS READY TO DELIVER!
Alec Scott | Laser Cutting
Meet Alec - a laser cutting specialist with 6 years of experience at Loftis. Alec leads our laser cutting team and specializes in Fiber Optic laser cutting. His responsibilities include setting up our fiber optic laser, calibrating parameters, and uploading program files. When you need a laser cutting expert, Alec is great choice! Contact us today to learn more about our laser cutting service.
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