CO₂ Laser Cutting Machine

A CO₂ Laser Cutting Machine is a computer-controlled cutting and engraving machine that uses a CO₂ laser beam to cut, engrave, and mark non-metallic materials. It is commonly used for acrylic, MDF, plywood, wood, leather, fabric, paper, rubber, and other suitable materials.

A CO₂ laser machine can cut a wide range of non-metallic materials, including:

• Acrylic
• MDF
• Plywood
• Wood
• Leather
• Fabric
• Paper and cardboard
• Rubber
• Foam
• Certain plastics

The maximum cutting thickness depends on the laser power, material type, density, and machine configuration.

Standard CO₂ laser machines designed for non-metallic materials are generally not suitable for cutting metals. For applications involving mild steel, stainless steel, aluminium, brass, or copper, a fiber laser cutting machine is generally used.

The required power depends on the material and thickness. Common configurations include 80W, 100W, 130W, 150W, and higher-power options. Lower powers are suitable for engraving and thin materials, while higher powers are generally selected for thicker materials and faster cutting.

Cutting thickness varies according to laser power and material. For example, plywood, acrylic, MDF, and other materials may have different maximum cutting capacities even at the same laser power. SKS Automation can recommend a suitable configuration based on your material and required thickness.

CO₂ laser machines are available in different working areas, such as:

• 3 × 2 feet
• 4 × 3 feet
• 4 × 4 feet
• 5 × 3 feet
• Customized working areas

The appropriate size depends on the dimensions of the sheets or products you plan to process.

CO₂ laser machines are mainly used for non-metallic materials such as acrylic, wood, MDF, plywood, leather, and fabric. Fiber laser machines are primarily designed for metal cutting applications such as mild steel, stainless steel, aluminium, brass, and copper.