Selecting the Right Laser Power for Your Cutting Needs

Understanding the cutting capabilities of a fiber laser cutter is key to achieving precision and efficiency in manufacturing. Choosing the right laser power is essential to ensuring clean cuts and optimal productivity for different material thicknesses.

Versatile Applications & Materials

Fiber lasers are widely used in industries such as sheet metal processing, auto parts manufacturing, electrical and elevator production, and decorative advertising. They efficiently cut materials such as:

• Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel, Aluminum Alloy, Brass, and Copper

• Galvanized Sheet, Silicon Steel Sheet, Electrolytic Sheet

• Titanium Alloy, Manganese Alloy, and more

  
  

Materials Less Suitable for Fiber Lasers

While fiber lasers excel at cutting metals, they are less suitable for materials such as:

• Reflective metals (e.g., pure aluminum, silver, gold) – These can reflect the laser beam, reducing efficiency and potentially damaging the machine.

• Plastics and organic materials – Fiber lasers lack the proper wavelength to cut materials like acrylic, wood, or PVC effectively.

• Glass and ceramics – These materials require specialized laser sources, as fiber lasers do not efficiently cut or engrave them.

  
  

Recommended Cutting Thickness

To ensure quality and efficiency, it's important to follow the recommended thickness range for each material. Below is a general guide for fiber laser cutting:

Recommended Laser Power for Cutting Different Material Thicknesses

For 12-30KW fiber laser cutters, please contact us for detailed cutting capacity information.

Maximizing Performance with the Right Laser Source

For specialized applications, we recommend using an IPG laser source instead of MAX, as IPG provides superior stability for cutting thicker materials.

Find the right fiber laser cutter for your needs—contact McLaren Machines today!