CO2 Laser Cutting Machine

A CO Laser Cutting Machine is a precision-based, non-contact cutting and engraving system that uses a high-powered carbon dioxide laser beam to cut, engrave, and mark various non-metal and selected coated metal materials. It is widely used in industries such as advertising, packaging, textile, leather, woodworking, and signage.

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Working Principle
The machine operates by generating a laser beam inside a CO laser tube filled with gas mixture (CO, nitrogen, helium).

• The laser beam is directed through mirrors and focused using a lens.

• A high-intensity focused beam melts, burns, or vaporizes the material.

• A motion control system (CNC-based) guides the laser head along the programmed path for accurate cutting or engraving.

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Key Components

• CO Laser Tube Generates laser beam (typically 40W to 150W or higher)

• Laser Power Supply Provides high voltage to excite gas molecules

• Optical System Mirrors and focusing lens for beam direction

• Motion Control System Stepper/Servo motors with guide rails

• Control Panel / Software CAD/CAM-based control (RDWorks, CorelDRAW, AutoCAD compatible)

• Cooling System Water chiller for maintaining tube temperature

• Exhaust System Removes fumes and smoke

• Work Table Honeycomb or blade type depending on application

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Technical Specifications (Typical)

• Laser Power: 60W / 80W / 100W / 130W / 150W

• Working Area: 600400 mm to 13002500 mm (customizable)

• Cutting Speed: 0300 mm/s (depending on material)

• Engraving Speed: Up to 500 mm/s

• Positioning Accuracy: 0.01 mm

• Minimum Character Size: 11 mm

• Cooling Method: Water cooling (industrial chiller recommended)

• Power Supply: AC 220V / 50 Hz

• Supported Formats: AI, DXF, PLT, BMP, JPG

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Materials Suitable for Processing
Cutting & Engraving:

• Acrylic (PMMA)

• Wood / MDF / Plywood

• Leather / Fabric / Rubber

• Paper / Cardboard

• Plastic (non-PVC)

Engraving Only:

• Glass

• Ceramic

• Anodized Aluminum

• Coated metals

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Applications

• Signage & Advertising Boards

• Packaging Prototyping

• Textile & Garment Cutting

• Leather Goods Manufacturing

• Wooden Craft & Furniture Design

• Acrylic Fabrication

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Advantages

• High precision and clean edge finish

• Non-contact process (no tool wear)

• Minimal material wastage

• High repeatability and automation

• Ability to perform intricate designs

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Limitations

• Not suitable for thick metals (unless specialized systems)

• Cannot cut PVC (produces toxic fumes)

• Requires proper ventilation and cooling

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Optional Features

• CCD Camera for contour cutting

• Rotary attachment for cylindrical objects

• Autofocus laser head

• Servo motor upgrade for high speed

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