How many watts do I need for fiber laser cutting?
As an important equipment in modern manufacturing, the matching relationship between power and cutting plate thickness of laser cutting machine is crucial for cutting efficiency and quality.
Of course, the higher the power, the better the cutting speed and quality, but it does not necessarily mean that the higher the power, the better. If the power is too high, it may cause energy waste.
How to choose the appropriate laser cutting machine power?
Firstly, you need to clarify your production needs, including the types of cutting materials, thickness range, cutting speed, and quality requirements. This will help you determine the required power range for the laser cutting machine.
1. Material thickness: If you usually cut metal plates below 6mm, then a 500W-700W laser cutting machine can meet production needs. For thicker materials, such as metal plates exceeding 6mm, you may require higher laser power. For example, for thinner metal sheets, choose lower power. A power of 1000W is suitable for cutting metals with a thickness of 3-5 millimeters, a power of 1500W is suitable for cutting metals with a thickness of 5-8 millimeters, and a power of 2000W is suitable for cutting metals with a thickness of 8-10 millimeters. Thicker metal sheets require higher power. A power of 12000W is suitable for cutting metals with a thickness of less than 40mm, while a power of 20000W is suitable for cutting metals with a thickness of less than 60mm.
The following table provides a detailed list of the maximum sheet thickness that can be cut by different power laser cutting machines. Through this comparison table, users can clearly understand the cutting capabilities and effects of laser cutting machines with different powers at different plate thicknesses, and thus choose the cutting equipment that best suits their production needs.
Note: This is only a simplified comparison table, and in practical applications, factors such as the type of cutting material, cutting speed, and quality requirements need to be considered. Therefore, when choosing a laser cutting machine, it is recommended that you communicate with a professional equipment supplier or technical consultant to ensure the selection of the cutting equipment that best suits your production needs.
2. Cutting speed requirement: The higher the power, the faster the cutting speed. If you have high requirements for cutting speed, you can choose a higher power laser cutting machine
3. Cutting quality requirements: The higher the power, the higher the energy density of the laser beam, and the better the cutting quality. If you have high requirements for cutting quality, you can choose a higher power laser cutting machine.
4. Budget: The higher the power of the laser cutting machine, the higher the price usually. Therefore, you need to choose a suitable laser cutting machine based on your budget.
Taking into account the above factors, it is recommended that when choosing the power of a laser cutting machine, you first determine the type and thickness of the material you need to cut, and then select the appropriate power range based on the cutting speed and quality requirements. If unsure, feel free to consult our technical staff at any time to provide more accurate advice based on your specific needs.
