Keep in mind that there is no such thing as a perfect tube. They have bows. Weld seams can protrude not only on the exterior but also the interior of the tube. It’s a real challenge to process this material consistently and rapidly when such inconsistencies exist from one product run to another.
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The fiber solution to large-diameter profiles and tubes. Tubes up O14 (355.5 mm)3D Cutting ModeFiber laser
Find laser systems for electronics production that can perform high-precision, fast cutting, welding, marking and ablation of metals or plastics.
Combined laser system for tube and sheet metal cutting.Tubes up to Ø 4.72" (120 mm)Sheets up to 236" x 79" (6000 mm x 2000 mm)Fiber Laser
The high cutting speed of CO2 lasers is what makes them stand out. Their main application area is the medium-to-high range of material thicknesses. The laser beam cuts with high precision and is free from burrs. This allows the parts to be processed further without needing to be reworked.
It's a third of a full 20-foot (240") tube, making it convenient to create three pieces of stock. This allows you to still purchase full tube lengths without wasting any material
Let's now look at the benefits associated with an automatic tube and section-bar storage system combined with a Lasertube Cutting system.
Many thought fiber lasers could only be used for thin materials at one time. Due to its longer wavelength, CO2 produced enough kerf for the cutting of thick materials so that there was enough room for material removal. However, the fiber laser wasn't able to produce the same kerf in thicker materials. The problem was solved in recent years by collimating technology which allows for a wider beam of fiber laser-generated light that can be used to create materials separation. Because the beam width can be switched, the machine can use a narrower beam to process thin material. This makes it possible for the machine to process different-sized materials faster on the same fiber laser cutter machine.
Lasertubes are our 2D- and 3D laser cutting machines for tubes and bars. Available in sizes from 12 mm - 610 mm (.5" - 24") and lengths up to 18m (60")
Save time and reduce number of components Metal structures and tubular frames can be made faster and more precisely. Completion of your part is possible in just one programming step, one machining step, or on one system.
ExactCut 430, a laser cutting machine for precision processing of thin and large metals and all alloys, brittle material like sapphire or PCD, is available.
Shape laser technology allows for a complete customization and cut-to-length capabilities in just one step. Finished or semi-finished parts are produced from raw material.
Machine manufacturers have begun using cameras to perform tube inspections. They can reduce the time it takes to inspect quality tubes and also reduce the amount of rotations needed. This allows for both productivity and accuracy to be maintained.
Laser cutting pipe is the best way to achieve repeatable and precise cutting in applications where the precision of the cut itself is important.
What is the operation of a CO2 Laser? Modern CO2 machines typically generate the laser beam in a sealed glass tube filled with gas, typically carbon dioxide. A high voltage flows through the tube, interacting with the gas particles and increasing their energy, resulting in the production of light.
CO2 laser cutters are the most commonly used types of laser cutters because they are low power, relatively inexpensive, efficient, and can cut through and raster a wide range of materials.