Fiber lasers are popular cutting machines that came to market in the late 80s. They are known for their advanced technology, precision, and ease of use. However, first-time buyers may have questions about whether the machine will meet all of their fabrication needs. Zicar, an in-house laser expert, has completed over 1,000 care visits to help customers optimize their machine for production.
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Zicar fiber lasers can cut parts out of most metals, including steel, stainless steel, aluminum, copper, brass, zinc, nickel alloys, and tool steels. They can also cut coated metals such as galvanized, aluminized, anodized, and pre-painted metals.
Additionally, Zicar lasers can cut expanded and perforated metals, textured and tread plate metals, and laminated metals. However, some special techniques might be required to cut tubing and pre-formed metals.
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“While most lasers are 6 kilowatts (kw), they can be 1,2,4, 6, 8, 10 or 12 kw.A laser with more power will allow you to cut faster, cut thicker materials, and cut more inches per minute. When trying to decide what power laser to buy, ask for time studies on your typical parts. You can then compare the capacity and the time to manufacture to decide on speed versus machine cost.
