How to Use Laser Cutter

May 4, 2011

Laser cutting has become the best of modern separation method for high precision and efficiency. Compared with conventional separation methods, to obtain highly accurate laser cutting cutting even to the smallest detail, no matter how complicated the design. For example, if several complex designs such as lace, gentle curve or a very acute angle can cause problems, similar to most conventional tools with laser cut to produce the results that the highest standards.

But the size of the laser cutting as possible, without proper training, would not so great results. In fact, laser cut provide incredible detail, but if they are not used properly, can all be destroyed. The whole project you can cause a fire or do some other things, so before you start working with a laser cutter you must know how to use it. First, you can not use a laser cutter for all kinds of materials, for example, publishes many types of smoke is highly toxic plastic in contact with the laser and before leaving for your ambitious project to always remember to always wear protective clothing. Gloves and eye protection is not negotiable, if you work a laser cutter. So to get everything right before you work, you have everything you need to start cutting laser to cut the right equipment, protective equipment (gloves, safety glasses, heavy clothing) and image computer program (Adobe Illustrator, Corel Draw or other ), so you can make your design.

With a computer drawing program, you start your project with your design. Most laser cutters using Corel Draw software, so you should be able to find the right tool for the cutter you use. Then select the lie width cutting. If you have to respect a certain width, choose to 0.004 inches. Depending on the thickness and hardness of the material to be cut, cutting speed, depth of cut and the number of pulses per inch (PPI). This setting will also vary depending on the brand or model of a laser cutter you use, so check the manufacturer manual for detailed instructions.

Also before starting the actual laser cut to ensure that the lenses clean. To check, remove the lens, the three small screws holding it. When cleaning, use alcohol or cleaning solution on cotton. Clean carefully and do not use abrasive cleaners, install the lens and read the instructions again so you can focus correctly to the machine. When you turn it on, give it a minute or so to boot up the machine entirely. Check the settings you have made it easier to secure the material on cutting table, either by tape or other means. Note that the material does not move at all during the cutting or you will not get clean cuts. Depending on the size and shape of the material to be cut, the first registration point so that the machine, computer-controlled laser process to begin.

Taking the best results with the correct time to prepare all the details and consider all aspects. Read the manual if you are not sure whether it is a number, arrangement, or material compatibility. Wear protective clothing, patience and attention to detail, because they make all the difference. Good luck!

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