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Growth and Advantages of Fiber Laser Systems
The use of fiber laser systems in production continues to grow because, in terms of price per watt, beam quality, and energy efficiency, they consistently deliver the highest performance at the lowest operating cost. The applications of fiber laser systems are constantly expanding – from traditional cutting and welding to more advanced 3D printing and surface texturing.
Laser technology is widely used in cutting, drilling, welding, and more. Fiber lasers provide high power and accuracy to these applications while maintaining low maintenance costs. Most fiber laser manufacturers offer a wide range of products that are designed according to the needs of a specific area of fiber laser applications. The ability to manufacture custom fiber laser systems is crucial for certain applications that require precise laser power, wavelength, and other specifications.
Fiber Lasers vs CO2 Lasers
Fiber laser systems are superior to traditionally used CO2 lasers, which were widely used for laser cutting applications. Traditional CO2 lasers have numerous drawbacks, while fiber lasers for cutting applications provide several advantages.
- High Beam Quality. High beam quality fiber lasers allow cutting, engraving, and marking a wide range of metallic materials.
- Power Output Range. Fiber lasers have a large range of power output, ranging from 500W and up.
- Cutting Capability. Fiber laser systems for cutting applications provide a machine capability for cutting sheet metals.
- Speed and Efficiency. Fiber lasers, specifically femtosecond fiber lasers and picosecond fiber lasers, provide faster processing times and reduced energy consumption due to increased efficiency.
- Maintenance and Productivity. Fiber laser cutting systems require minimal maintenance. Higher productivity of fiber lasers makes them ideal for laser cutting applications.
- Main Application Areas. Main areas of fiber laser cutting applications include precision engineering, including fiber laser micromachining, high precision sheet metal profiling, cutting transparent materials, marking components for traceability, and more.