Laser cutting machines are classified into fiber laser machines and CO2 laser machines based on laser sources.
If you're a beginner or hobbyist, you're probably looking for something cheap and lower powered than the laser cutters we've mentioned so far. In which case, let us point you to the AtomStack Portable Mini Laser Engraver. While it's nice and portable, its 5W laser power can cut cardboard, non-woven fabric, veneer, acrylic, some thin plastic board, sponge, MDF and leather, and engrave materials like wood, bamboo, cardboard, plastic, leather, MDF, slate, lacquered metal and stainless steel.
Laser cutter kits are divided into 3 axis types, 4th axis (rotary axis) types, 4 axis types, 5 axis types, flatbed laser cutters, laser tube cutters, home types, hobby types, laser die cutters, laser profile cutters, industrial laser cutting machines based on applications.
Fiber laser cutting systems are able to cut variety of metal materials (sheet metals, metal tube, metal profile, 3D curved metals and irregular metals) of carbon steel, stainless steel, mild steel, tool steel, spring steel, galvanized steel, aluminum, copper, gold, silver, alloy, titanium, iron, brass, manganese, chromium, nickel, cobalt, lead, and more metals.
Are you looking forward to building a laser cutter kit plans with CO2 laser tubes or fiber laser generators to cut 2D/3D profiles & shapes on metal, wood, plywood, cardboard, dieboard, chipboard, fabric, textile, leather, paper, acrylic, polymer, plastic, foam, rubber, ABS, EPM, MDF, PE, PES, PUR, PVB, PVC, PUR, PMMA, PTFE?
A laser cutter will bring your designs to life. GSS Machinery Laser System allows you to make miniature models or prototypes that are extremely detailed. Laser cutting machines are the best precision tools to cut plywood, balsa wood, foam board and cardboard.
The origin of fiber laser is seed laser which is amplified and magnified using special optical fibers. The more common name for fiber laser cutters is a solid-state laser.
It is essential to pay close attention to the core components of the machine when buying, especially the laser generator and cutting head, servomotors, guiderail, water chiller and other accessories. These parts can have an impact on the cutting speed as well as the accuracy of your machine.
A beginner or professional should operate the laser cutting machine under the guidance of the instructions and the safety tips in the user manual to avoid accidents. You must follow the listed safety rules; The operator must consult all the manuals provided with the machine, be familiar with the structure and performance of the equipment, and master the relevant knowledge of the operating system. Wear labor protection equipment as required, and wear protective glasses that meet the regulations near the laser beam. Do not process the material until it is determined whether the material can be irradiated or heated by the laser to avoid the potential danger of fumes and vapors. When the machine is started, the operator shall not leave the post or be managed by the trustee without authorization. Keep the fire extinguisher within easy reach. Turn off the laser or shutter when not working. Do not place paper, cloth or other flammable materials near an unprotected laser beam. If an abnormality is found during the processing, the machine should be stopped immediately, and the fault should be eliminated or reported to the supervisor in time. Keep the laser, bed and surrounding sites clean, orderly and free of oil. Workpieces, plates and scraps are stacked according to regulations. When using gas cylinders, avoid squeezing wires, water pipes and air pipes to avoid leakage of electricity, water and air. The use and transportation of gas cylinders shall comply with gas cylinder regulations. Do not expose gas cylinders to direct sunlight or near heat sources. When opening the bottle valve, the operator must stand on the side of the bottle mouth. Before turning on the power of the chiller, check the water level of the chiller.
Our laser cutting machines can be used to cut hardwood, plywood and mdf as well as balsa, basswood, balsa, leather, fabric, cardboard and other sheet materials.
3-in-1 laser welding, cleaning, cutting machine is a portable all-in-one laser system with handheld laser gun to cut & weld metal, and clean rust, paint, resin, coating, oil, stains. Now the best multipurpose laser machine for sale at cost price.
If we take a look at the components of a laser cutter, we get two major components; the Laser resonator and the cutting head. Let’s see what’s their worth.
First, check that all the connections are correct. This includes power supply, exhaust system, and PC. Visually inspect the condition of your machine. Make sure all machinery is moving freely and there is no material underneath the processing table. Clean the work area, including optical components, and wash them if necessary. You can find more information in the "General Maintenance” section. Check the exhaust system, and if necessary, start the cooling. Verify that the exhaust system's filter and activated carb are installed according to the instructions. After checking, close your protective cover.
Elsewhere, the pre-installed exhaust fan keeps everything cool, with low noise. And there are four detachable wheels you can use to move this laser cutter around easily. On the downside, while this machine does come with software, it's not really worth bothering with, so we'd recommend downloading K40 Whisperer and Inkscape instead.
Laser Cutting Process Drawbacks
When compared to other techniques, laser cutting requires a high power consumption.
The laser beam is extremely delicate to handle.
If the laser beam comes into contact with human workers, it is hazardous.
Laser cutting is still unable to cut thick metals.
Cutting thick materials is difficult.
The less effective laser cutting becomes as the material thickness increases. For example, when it comes to cutting thick sheets of carbon steel, laser cutting may be difficult.
Laser power of 80W. A laser can typically cut up to 10mm acrylic and up to 9mm soft woods.