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LEAD CNC 1010 Laser Modification

Discussion in 'CNC Mills/Routers' started by OpenBuilds, Feb 12, 2020.

  1. OpenBuilds

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    OpenBuilds published a new build:

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  2. StrictlyScale

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    I can see this unit engraving, but what can the 7W laser cut successfully? Fiberglass cloth? Thin balas? What thicknesses? Etc.
     
  3. Peter Van Der Walt

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    445nm lasers are great at engraving. It can "cut" organics (cardboard, leather, wood) but ideally you want a CO2 laser for cutting. But... This is mounted to a Router. So use the appropriate tool for the job. Engrave artwork with the laser then switch tools and cut it with the router. Super fast, clean, perfection
     
  4. GABRIEL COSS

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    Can the 7W laser cut aluminum foil? I need to cut aluminum heat exchanger fin that is between .003" and .005" thick.
     
  5. Peter Van Der Walt

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    Probably not, and the reflections will cause eye damage
    Its not just a power question, its about the wavelength. 445nm Near UV absorbs into organics like cardboard, leather, wood (to engrave/cut it needs to absorb the energy and turn it into heat) - aluminum won't absorb UV light, it will just reflect it. To cut Alu you need 1micron wavelength Fiber lasers. Even the 10600um Infrared of a CO2 laser won't really work on it
     
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    Thank you for your advice!
     

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