Fiber laser cutting machines are the "new favorite" of metal processing in the industrial era. Using laser cutting machines to process metal materials has become an essential piece of equipment in the sheet metal industry, gradually replacing traditional processes and becoming a powerful tool in the sheet metal industry!
When purchasing a fiber laser cutting machine, pay attention to six core components:
01
laser generator
The laser generator is the core "power source" of laser equipment, much like a car engine, and it is also the most expensive component in a laser cutting machine. Currently, imported laser generator brands on the market include German brands like IPG and ROFIN, and American brands like Coherent. With technological advancements, domestic laser brands such as Raycus and Chuangxin are also emerging, gradually gaining market recognition for their high cost-performance ratio.
02
Servo motors and drivers
The mainstream servo motors on the market are Yaskawa and Panasonic motor drivers from Japan. They feature high speed, smooth motion, high load capacity, and stable performance; they produce products with smooth edges and fast cutting speeds; however, they are more expensive and are suitable for industries and products with high processing requirements.
03
machine tool
Fiber laser cutting machines require extremely high stability; high-precision and high-stability machine tools are beneficial for improving the accuracy of laser cutting. Currently, the mainstream machine tools on the market include gantry type, cantilever type, and beam type, each with different functions.
04
Cutting head
The cutting head is the laser output device of a fiber laser cutting machine, consisting of a nozzle, a focusing lens, and a focusing and tracking system. Currently, commonly used brands include Pretzker (Germany) and RayTOOLS (Switzerland).
05
CNC system
The quality of the CNC system determines the stability of the fiber laser cutting machine's operation. Precise software control can effectively improve accuracy and cutting results. Commonly used CNC systems include Beckhoff, PA, and Shanghai Baichu Cypcut.
06
Laser lenses
Laser lenses are the most frequently used components in laser cutting equipment. Many optical devices contain laser lenses, and different lenses serve different purposes, such as total reflection lenses, partial reflection lenses, and focusing lenses. The quality of the lenses directly affects the output power of the laser, and thus also affects the performance of the entire machine.
