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About

Fiber laser cutters are very useful for cutting and engraving flat sheet metals and metal tubing. Light from laser diodes is sent into a fiber-optic cable where a specific wavelength is generated and amplified, the resulting laser beam is guided into the material.

Laser beam kerf is approximately 0.005 in (0.127 mm), but varies based on material, thickness, cut geometry, and environmental factors. 

Category 

2D Fabrication

Location

Back Room

Brand/Model

FabLight FL4500

Status

Materials

  • Steel, 0.25 in. (6 mm) max thickness
  • Stainless Steel, 0.188 in (4.8 mm) max thickness
  • Aluminum, 0.188 in (4.8 mm) max thickness
  • Copper and alloys, 0.065 in (1.65 mm) max thickness
  • Titanium, unknown max thickness
  • Molybdenum, unknown max thickness
  • Graphite, unknown max thickness





Standard Operating Procedure

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Sheet Cutting

Tube Cutting

Training

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Documentation

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Safety Data Sheets

None

Hazard Assessments

Application Resources

Fab Light Knowledgebase

Fab Light Youtube Channel

Manufacturer's Manuals