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When we mention lasers in the modern world we can be referring to the annoying laser lights that create a brilliant point of illumination on to a wall or white board, we could also talk about the invisible laser beams that are used for security systems, or we might be talking about the far more powerful lasers that are able to cut right through metal.
How can lasers do so many different things? It's a somewhat complicated issue, but lasers are all designed on the same ideas. For instance, the major design feature of laser is that they control atoms (which are in a state of high stimulation) turn some of their energy into a single powerful precision cutting beam. the amount of energy that comes through that light will depend on upon the type of laser. Types of laser include fluid lasers, gaseous lasers and semi-conducting lasers, among others. These lasers can all be used for manufacturing purposes, including laser cutting systems.
If we discuss laser cutting technology or laser cutting systems we typically mean gaseous or semi conducting lasers. The selection of laser type used for cutting usually depends upon the material in question. For example, steel, aluminum and even plastic will usually find the CO2 lasers at work. What generally happens is that the lasers will burn, melt or vaporize the target material with which they come into contact, however this typically involves a two-part process.
The first part of the laser cutting process requires that the beam, and the substance to be cut, connect. The next part of the process is often known as making a keyhole to use as a starting point. Typically, however, this is something done only with non-melting substances. When laser cutting systems are put to use to cut metal they will sometimes use the "melt-and-blow" or "reactive cutting" methods . With these techniques the metal is superheated and a second system is used to remove any excess material from the cutting area.
All laser cutting technology will produce a remarkably smooth edge and clean finish and that's the reason why such a large number of businesses and shops are now investing in these large machines needed to offer all kinds of manufacturing or custom component making service.
One question commonly asked is if such a technology can be employed to make both large and small items, and the answer is a definite yes. Miniatures such as toy trains and mobile phones can be made using laser cutting machines, heavy duty auto parts can be made on the same machines, and even massive and elaborate steel gates can also be cut using a laser.
How can lasers do so many different things? It's a somewhat complicated issue, but lasers are all designed on the same ideas. For instance, the major design feature of laser is that they control atoms (which are in a state of high stimulation) turn some of their energy into a single powerful precision cutting beam. the amount of energy that comes through that light will depend on upon the type of laser. Types of laser include fluid lasers, gaseous lasers and semi-conducting lasers, among others. These lasers can all be used for manufacturing purposes, including laser cutting systems.
If we discuss laser cutting technology or laser cutting systems we typically mean gaseous or semi conducting lasers. The selection of laser type used for cutting usually depends upon the material in question. For example, steel, aluminum and even plastic will usually find the CO2 lasers at work. What generally happens is that the lasers will burn, melt or vaporize the target material with which they come into contact, however this typically involves a two-part process.
The first part of the laser cutting process requires that the beam, and the substance to be cut, connect. The next part of the process is often known as making a keyhole to use as a starting point. Typically, however, this is something done only with non-melting substances. When laser cutting systems are put to use to cut metal they will sometimes use the "melt-and-blow" or "reactive cutting" methods . With these techniques the metal is superheated and a second system is used to remove any excess material from the cutting area.
All laser cutting technology will produce a remarkably smooth edge and clean finish and that's the reason why such a large number of businesses and shops are now investing in these large machines needed to offer all kinds of manufacturing or custom component making service.
One question commonly asked is if such a technology can be employed to make both large and small items, and the answer is a definite yes. Miniatures such as toy trains and mobile phones can be made using laser cutting machines, heavy duty auto parts can be made on the same machines, and even massive and elaborate steel gates can also be cut using a laser.
About the Author:
Marc Anderes is a co-founder of Maloya Laser that is dedicated to Laser Cutting and Metal Manufacturing with state-of-the-art laser technologies, targeting aerospace, medical, machinery, scientific and transportation requirements.
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