Fiber Laser cuts and welds sheet metal.
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Offering alternative to traditional CO2 and Nd:YAG laser sources, Model JK2000FL can be used with different diameter processing fibers from 100-300 µm. Unit can cut 15 mm thick low carbon steel, 6 mm aluminum alloys, and 10 mm stainless steel, as well as weld 8 mm LCS and 304 SS. Offering wall-plug efficiencies of over 25%, laser has detachable plug in, pre-aligned beam delivery fibers which incorporate back reflection protection.
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2kW Fiber Laser Opens Up New Manufacturing Opportunities
A 2kW fiber laser has been launched today by global industrial laser manufacturer JK Lasers. With excellent beam quality and high processing powers, the new JK2000FL presents manufacturers with a viable and cost-effective alternative to traditional CO2 and Nd:YAG laser sources.
The JK2000FL can be used with different diameter processing fibers from 100µm to 300µm for cutting and welding sheet metal. The JK2000FL can cut 15mm thick low carbon steel (LCS), 6mm aluminium alloys and 10mm stainless steel (304SS). It can also weld 8mm LCS and 304SS.
Accelerating throughput without compromising quality, the JK2000FL is ideal for automotive applications such as tailored blank welding, component welding, remote welding and hydroformed tube cutting. In the aerospace industry, it can be used for titanium welding of aircraft skins and structures, as well as laser cladding.
The JK2000FL delivers a stable output power from switch on, as well as a consistent focused spot size and beam profile over the complete power range. It is also fitted with JK Lasers' detachable 'plug in, pre-aligned' (PIPA) beam delivery fibres which incorporates patented back reflection protection to protect the laser from damage when processing highly reflective materials such as aluminium, copper, brass and titanium.
Compared to Nd:YAG lasers, the JK2000FL is up to ten times more energy efficient, offering manufacturers substantial savings in terms of operational costs. This is due to the use of laser diode pumping at high conversion rates, which delivers wall-plug efficiencies of over 25%. In addition, the extremely long mean time to failure (MTTF) of over 300,000 hours for the individual laser pump sources enables extended system lifetimes.
The JK2000FL retains key benefits from JK Lasers' successful lower power models, including excellent beam quality, user-friendly software, fast modulation and pulse shaping. It can be fitted with JK Lasers' modular range of bespoke process tools for optimal performance and can incorporate an optional timeshare unit that can simultaneously connect up to four separate workstations. With a compact footprint, the JK2000FL can be easily integrated into most production environments.
For more information about JK Lasers and the JK2000FL, call +44 (0) 1788 517800, email sales@jklasers.com or visit www.jklasers.com.
JK Lasers is a global company that provides innovative industrial lasers and laser processing solutions for the medical device, aerospace, automotive, electronics and semiconductor industries. With decades of industry knowledge and an extensive portfolio of highly successful lasers, JK Lasers is dedicated to helping manufacturers choose the most suitable solution for their cutting, welding and drilling requirements. For further information, visit www.jklasers.com.
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