What materials can a fiber laser engrave?

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Materials Suitable for Fiber Laser Engraving
3. Detailed Analysis of Fiber Laser Parameters
4. Huawo Laser Company Solutions
5. References

Introduction

Fiber laser engraving is a cutting-edge technology used for marking and engraving a wide variety of materials. It applies concentrated energy to the surface of materials to vaporize or etch the area to be engraved. This method is favored for its precision, speed, and the ability to engrave intricate designs.

Materials Suitable for Fiber Laser Engraving

Fiber laser engraving is versatile and can effectively be used on various materials, each with specific considerations and settings for optimal results.

Metals

• Stainless Steel: Ideal for fiber lasers due to high contrast marking.
• Aluminum: Suitable for both deep engraving and surface annealing.
• Titanium: Common in medical and aerospace industries for detailed markings.
• Gold and Silver: Used primarily in jewelry industry for engraving.

Plastics

• Polycarbonate: Allows for high-precision engraving.
• ABS: Requires specific settings to prevent burning or melting.

Ceramics

• Suitable mainly for surface marking with specific parameters.

Detailed Analysis of Fiber Laser Parameters

Engraving efficiency and precision depend heavily on laser parameters such as power, speed, and frequency.

Power and Speed

• Metals: A power range of 20W to 50W is typically used at speeds between 200 mm/s to 1000 mm/s depending on the depth and finish required.
• Plastics: Lower power settings (often between 10W to 30W) are optimal to prevent melting, with speeds adjusted to maintain line integrity.

Frequency

Frequency settings influence the quality of the engraving. High frequencies (20kHz - 200kHz) are used for metals to produce clear markings, while lower frequencies are better for plastics to avoid material degradation.

Huawo Laser Company Solutions

Known for its advanced fiber laser technology, Huawo Laser offers solutions tailored to various industrial needs.

Product Offerings

• Industrial Models: Huawo provides high-power models ideal for metal engraving with exceptional precision.
• Portable Solutions: Offers compact machines that are easily transportable for on-site marking.

Advanced Features

• Customizable software for varied application needs.
• Advanced cooling systems to maintain consistent performance.

References

• Fiber Laser Engraving Technology, Journal of Materials Processing, 2020.
• Laser Processing of Materials, Springer, 2019.
• Huawo Laser Company Official Documentation.