Precision fiber laser cutting of thin metals -- fundamentals and capabilities
6 October 2011
Free
Approximately one hour.
Geoff Shannon, PhD, Laser Technology Manager , Miyachi Unitek
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Precision fiber laser cutting is now emerging as the preferred choice for many thin metal cutting or machining applications when superior edge quality, tight dimensional tolerances and/or high volume production is required.   These types of cutting applications already exist and are emerging in many industries, though most specifically for medical and electronic devices.  This goal of the webinar is to provide an introduction into the capabilities of precision laser cutting of thin metals to enable a first step to be made toward consideration and implementation.

The basics of the laser cutting process for metals less than  0.03” thick using a fiber laser is described.  This covers the key parameters of both the laser and hardware that are needed to understand how to optimize for cutting speed, edge quality and dimensional accuracy.  The range of materials and examples of cut/part geometries that work well for laser cutting are also covered, highlighted with applications processed in 2, 3 and 5 axes.  In addition a brief overview of a cutting system is provided listing the main components and general information for selection.

Geoff Shannon, PhD Laser Technology Manager Miyachi Unitek  
Miyachi Unitek :

Miyachi Unitek Corporation offers a broad range of pulsed Nd:YAG lasers for welding and marking with up to 7kW peak power and multiple output beams for OEM's or as turnkey systems with multi-axis CNC motion hardware. The company also designs, builds and supports both standard and custom workstation systems with CDRH Class I enclosures, multi-axis motion control, vibration isolation, inert gas glovebox systems, CCTV vision for inspection and vision-assisted motion, laser control software, and a wide range of standard laser welding beam delivery components and accessories.