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Laser Wood Cutting

The benefits of laser technology is not only associated with metal industries because nowadays, even non-metal materials such as wood, plastic, fabric, paper and rubber can be cut and designed by laser machine. In fact, there are already several laser machines that are specifically intended for laser wood cutting.

 

Laser wood cutting truly innovated the wood cutting industry and because of the laser technology that can be applied directly to wood, carving, engraving and designing woods has never this easier. Gone were the days when we need to look for expert wood craftsmen to design or carve something in the wood as today, in a matter of minutes, the laser wood cutting machine can do and complete our required wood design.

 

The laser system for wood materials is almost the same with the system used in metal laser cutting. The difference however lies on the characteristic and intensity of laser beam to be used. The laser beams that are used for cutting wood only range between 200 to 800 watts. And the intensity of laser beam will depend on the properties of wood: dry or lightweight woods are easier to cut, hence the intensity of laser beam it need is only minimal. On the other hand, dense or heavy laden woods require more beam intensity.

 

Laser wood cutting made it possible to cut and engrave wood materials even with thickness of only ј”, with the use of laser, intricate design or complex shapes can be done in a matter of few minutes. The technology of wood laser cutting likewise paves way to more opportunities for businesses which belong in wood industry because there are now numerous products options for wood decors, furniture and other wood by-products. The gift items that can be made out of woods are also increasing since these can now be personalized and design by using laser wood cutting machine.