How to ensure the best effect of laser cutting acrylic?

Laser is one of the main methods for cutting and processing acrylic. Laser cutting of acrylic has many unique advantages, such as high processing accuracy, fast processing speed, non-contact processing without mechanical stress, and high degree of automation. However, laser cutting acrylic is not simply about pressing a button and waiting for processing. To achieve the best cutting effect, the following aspects must be noted:

1. Pre treatment of materials: Dust and dirt on the surface of acrylic can affect the effectiveness of laser processing. Before processing, attention should be paid to keeping the surface of the material clean. Some acrylic surfaces may have a protective film. It is important to note whether the laser equipment used has film cutting function. If not, it is recommended to remove the protective film before cutting.

2. Laser parameter setting: In laser parameters, power, speed, and focus are the main cutting parameters. Generally speaking, cutting thicker acrylic requires higher power, but excessive power may cause edge melting, while insufficient power may result in incomplete cutting. Before starting the processing, we need to repeatedly compare and test using the most suitable laser parameters.

3. Processing method: The processing technology also has a significant impact on the final effect. For example, when cutting a thick acrylic sheet, if the laser power is not enough and a single cutting is performed at a slow and high power, there is a high possibility of edge burning. At this time, the speed can be increased and the power reduced, and then the processing can be repeated multiple times to reduce heat accumulation during cutting and avoid edge overburning.

4. Equipment maintenance: A well functioning equipment is the foundation for smooth processing, so we need to regularly maintain the equipment with Procter&Gamble, especially the optical path and mechanical shaft parts. For example, if the focusing lens is exposed to smoke and dust for a long time, it is easy to be contaminated. If not cleaned in time, it will cause the light path to deviate and affect the processing effect.

To ensure the best results in laser cutting acrylic, sufficient preparation should be made in all aspects, not only adjusting various parameters during processing, but also paying attention to various details before and after processing. Of course, laser cutting is not so prone to errors, as long as there are no major problems, the basic cutting effect can still be guaranteed.