How to determine the cutting speed of laser cutting machine?

2023-09-22 17:17:27

1、Material properties: The first thing to consider is the type of material to be cut (such as carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, copper, etc.), thickness and physical properties of the material (such as thermal conductivity, reflectivity, etc.). Different materials have different absorption rates of laser, which directly affects the cutting speed.

 

Laser power: The output power of the laser is one of the key factors that determines the cutting speed. In general, the higher the laser power, the faster the cutting speed, especially for thicker materials.


2、Auxiliary gas: the auxiliary gas used in cutting (such as oxygen, nitrogen, argon, etc.) and its pressure will also affect the cutting speed. The gas type and pressure are selected according to the material characteristics to optimize the cutting process.

 

3、Focus position: the position of the laser focus relative to the surface of the material will affect the cutting quality and speed. The correct focus position ensures maximum energy transfer to the material.

 

4、Test and optimization: In actual operation, it is usually necessary to determine the best cutting speed by test cutting. You can start by referring to the recommended parameters provided by the equipment manufacturer, and then fine-tune according to the cutting quality (such as slit width, roughness, heat affected area, etc.).

 

5、Control software and parameter Settings: Modern laser cutting machines are usually equipped with advanced control software, allowing users to adjust the initial speed, acceleration, cutting speed and other parameters. Reasonable parameter Settings can avoid vibration and tailing in the cutting process, thereby improving speed and quality.

 

6、Experience accumulation: operator experience is also important, familiar with the performance of specific materials and equipment operators can often more accurately estimate and adjust the cutting speed.

 

7、Maintenance and calibration: Regular maintenance of equipment, such as cleaning optical lenses, checking laser performance, calibrating mechanical structure, etc., is also an important part of maintaining cutting speed and accuracy.


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