Top 5 applications of laser cutting

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Laser cutting machines are currently indispensable equipment in a wide variety of industries, from small workshops to large manufacturing plants, due to their precision, speed and adaptability. Today we will look at the five most common applications of laser cutting, as well as how this technical innovation is changing production in several industries.

What is laser cutting?

Let’s look at five examples where laser cutting is a useful and practical solution. Laser cutting, which allows for a clean and precise cut by heating and vaporizing a material, most often metal, is one of the main applications of laser technology, along with welding and cleaning.

1. Fabric cutting and engraving

Garment decoration

In addition to engraving, lasers can also cut fabric directly from rolls; Wattsan machines with automatic fabric feed mechanisms are ideal for this type of work. Laser cutting not only speeds up the process, but also seals the edges of the fabric when cutting, preventing abrasion and improving the quality of the product. These technologies are widely used in the fashion and textile industries to create complex patterns on various fabrics.

Accessory production

In addition, laser cutting technology can be used to create accessories such as patches, applications and decorative inserts.

Branding and personalization

Laser marking is becoming a trend in clothing production. This eliminates the need for sewed tags on items like shirts and pants by enabling logos or labels to be applied directly to the cloth.

Advantages for textile processing

• High precision: lasers create subtle and complex patterns that are not comparable to traditional methods.
• Efficiency: high speed and repeatability increase productivity.
• Non-contact processing: prevents deformation of the material and reduces the number of defects.

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DUOS CONVEYOR

Work area	1600 x 1000 mm
Tube power	100-120 W
Max engraving speed	500 mm
Dimensions	2200x1800x1105 mm

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2. Medical industry

Surgical instruments

The instruments used in modern medicine are quite small and fragile. Such tools, such as scalpels, catheters, stents, and micro-mechanisms, are best produced by laser cutting.

Sterilization and marking

Laser cutting can be used to sterilize surfaces or permanently mark medical tools, which is used to track and identify them.

Advantages for medical manufacturing

• Unmatched accuracy: the laser is able to provide perfect accuracy in processing materials, which is a key indicator for the medical manufacturing, in which even the slightest deviations are unacceptable.

• Material compatibility: lasers work with a wide range of different materials. This list also includes biocompatible metals and plastics.
  

3. Advertising and promotional products

Signs and plaques

Acrylic is very common in advertising. It is used to make various signage, information signs or even stands. Various inscriptions or images are engraved on them. All this can be done using laser cutting, as such machines do an excellent job and work with acrylic.

Displays and stands

Laser-cut components are often used to create brochure holders, exhibition stands, and product stands, which guarantees an optimized and unique design.

Advantages for promotional product manufacturing

• Precision: clear edges and a clean cut, especially on difficult materials such as acrylic.
• Design flexibility: lasers allow you to create complex and unique designs.

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LT

Work area	1200 x 900 mm
Tube power	100-120 W
Max engraving speed	500 mm
Dimensions	1790x1410x670 mm + 315 mm (if on its wheels)

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4. Jewelry making

Custom jewelry creation

Jewelry production requires the same precision as in the medical industry. Although it still requires experienced craftsmen to make handmade products, laser cutting provides unsurpassed speed and uniformity, making it ideal for mass production or creating original designs from raw materials.

Engraving

Any pattern can be finely etched with a laser, which is crucial for giving jewelry a personality and high-end appearance.

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TT

Laser power	20/30/50/60/100 W
Laser source	JPT (MOPA), IPG, MAX, RAYCUS
Work area	200 x 200 mm
Marker type	Table type

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5. Glass processing

Glass is a fragile material that often cannot be processed using conventional methods. However, laser technology is perfect for:

• Engraving glass bottles and drinkware
• Cutting intricate glass shapes
• Marking glass components

Advantages

• High detail and precision: produces sharp, clean lines

• Customization: easily engrave names, dates, or logos

• Smooth edges: leaves a polished finish, enhancing appearance and quality.

0503

Work area	500 x 300 mm
Tube power	60 W
Max engraving speed	500 mm
Dimensions	1040x650x575 mm

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Conclusion

Every use case demonstrates how laser technologies enhance productivity and product quality while fostering creative design ideas. These days, laser cutting is an essential tool for contemporary companies because of its unparalleled accuracy, adaptability, and capacity for product customization. As technology advances, it surpasses current capabilities and provides innovative solutions for a wide range of applications.