How deep can a CO2 laser cut?

Oct 17, 2024

The cutting depth of a CO2 laser cutting machine depends on several factors, including the laser’s power, the material being cut, and the speed of the cut. Here’s a general breakdown:

1. Laser Power:

40W to 60W: Suitable for cutting thin materials.Acrylic, Wood, Leather**: Up to 1/4 inch (6 mm)

80W to 100W: Higher power for thicker materials.Acrylic, Wood: Up to 1/2 inch (12 mm)

50W to 200W+: For cutting much thicker materials.Acrylic, Wood: Up to 3/4 inch (19 mm) or more, depending on the material and speed settings.

2. Material Types and Typical Depths:

Wood: Depending on density, a 100W CO2 laser machine can cut up to 3/4 inch (19 mm).

Acrylic: Typically cut up to 1/2 inch (12 mm) with a 100W Machine laser CO2.

Leather: Thinner materials like leather can be cut easily up to 1/4 inch (6 mm) with low-power lasers.

Plastics: Many plastics can be cut up to 1/2 inch (12 mm) or more with higher-powered lasers.

Thin Metals: CO2 lasers machine aren’t typically used for metal cutting without special assist gases or coatings, and their capacity for cutting metals is limited to very thin sheets (a few millimeters at most).

3. Factors Affecting Cutting Depth:

Speed: Slower cutting speeds allow for deeper cuts.

Material Density: Dense materials (e.g., hardwoods, thicker plastics) are more challenging to cut than lighter ones (e.g., foam, paper).

Assisting Gases: Compressed air, nitrogen, or oxygen can improve cutting efficiency and depth.

For most non-metal materials, c are highly effective, especially in the power range from 40W to 150W.

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