Laser systems are an effective tool for cutting and marking aluminum.
Cutting reflective metals, like aluminum, is more than possible with Kern’s CO2 or fiber laser systems. High powered lasers quickly pierce through the metal, achieving a quality cut part without creating any tooling wear. CO2 laser systems also do an excellent job marking aluminum. A laser marking spray is applied to the metal leaving a dark, durable mark on the surface of the aluminum sheet.
Unlike other technologies, laser cutting leaves no aluminum shavings after processing. Laser cutting relies on a small beam diameter — small when compared to alternative tooling like die cutting, router bits, etc. — saving valuable material. Also, lasers are capable of achieving intricate cuts, allowing much more freedom than the square edges plasma and CNC routers leave behind on aluminum.
High-speed laser beams absorb into the metal, making it possible to cut various alloys of aluminum, including aerospace- and marine-grade aluminum alloys. Laser systems are capable of cutting sheets of aluminum to a high yield, resulting in reduced material waste and optimal sheet usage. Laser-processing aluminum allows for clean cutting with air assist, which greatly reduces or eliminates dross.
Kern’s Laser machines are used to create:
The OptiFlex is a high-performance, large format laser cutting and engraving system. This is the most popular and versatile machine in Kern’s product line.
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The FiberCELL is a compact sheet metal fabricating fiber laser system, capable of cutting a variety of metals.
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The LaserCELL is a high-performance, Class I (enclosed) laser cutting and engraving system. This model features the perfect blend of safety and performance.
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Kern’s entry-level MICRO laser system can be equipped with the same powerful CO2 lasers as our large format models.
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