How to Fiber Laser Cutting Machine Cut Stainless Steel ?

A common choice for cutting stainless steel is a fiber laser cutting machine. They offer several advantages over other cutting technologies, including high accuracy, clean cuts, no burrs or slag, and fast cutting speeds. Next in this article we will discuss cutting stainless steel using a fiber laser cutter. We will discuss the following topics:

- What is a fiber laser cutting machine?

- How does a fiber laser cutting machine work?

- Why do fiber laser cutters cut stainless steel so well?

- Advantages of cutting stainless steel with a fiber laser machine

- Common problems when using fiber laser cutting machine

What is a fiber laser cutting machine?

A machine that cuts metal with a laser beam is called a fiber laser cutter. A fiber laser is a laser that sends laser light through a fiber optic cable and produces a laser beam. Fiber lasers are very efficient and can deliver extremely powerful laser beams.

How does a fiber laser cutter work?

Metal evaporates when exposed to the laser beam. Once the metal evaporates, the metal is expelled by a gas stream such as oxygen or nitrogen. The laser beam cuts through the metal quickly due to its fast movement.

Why do fiber laser cutters cut stainless steel so well?

While stainless steel is an extremely durable material, it also reflects light very well. As a result, cutting with traditional techniques such as plasma cutting or water jet cutting is challenging. Because the laser beam is absorbed by the metal, fiber laser cutting machines excel at cutting stainless steel. -

Advantages of cutting stainless steel with a fiber laser machine

- High precision: fiber laser cutting machines allow for very precise cutting. This is vital for applications where cutting accuracy is critical, such as the production of aerospace or medical products.

- Smooth cuts: Fiber laser cutting machines allow for clean, burr- and dross-free cuts. This improves the appearance of the cut and reduces the need for post-processing, saving production time.

- Fast Cutting: Fiber laser cutting machines can cut steel quickly and efficiently. This saves time and money when cutting large quantities of material.

Common Problems with Fiber Laser Cutting Machines

Poor cutting results: This can be due to using an incorrect cutting speed or feed rate, too much or not enough laser power, or a combination of all three.

Burrs: If the cutting speed is too slow or the cutting nozzle is incorrectly positioned, burrs may form on the cutting edge.

Slagging: If the cutting gas is the wrong type or the pressure is too low, slag may form on the edge of the cut.

Slow cutting speed: If the laser power is too low or the cutting speed is too high, the cutting speed may be slow.

A fiber laser cutter is a versatile and effective tool for cutting a wide range of materials, including stainless steel. You can learn how to set up and operate a fiber laser cutter to cut stainless steel accurately and without error with the advice in this article. And feel free to contact SUNNA for more information about fiber laser cutting machines!