Computer-controlled Cutting

We will specifically introduce laser cutting and CNC based on a practical example
———— the manufacturing process of aviation parts.

01-Keep safety in laser cutting

1. Eye protection:

Eye protection: The laser cutting process will produce a strong light beam, the operator must wear special laser
protective glasses to prevent eye injury.
Protection wavelength:
200-450nm (UV, violet, Blue)
800-2000nm (Infrared)
1064nm (Fiber laser marking machine wavelength)

2. Skin protection:

the beam generated by laser cutting and the splashing molten material may cause damage to the skin, and the operator
should wear appropriate protective clothing.

3. Environmental control:

to operate in a well-ventilated environment to reduce the inhalation of harmful fumes and gases.

4. Emergency stop switch:

Ensure that the emergency stop switch is equipped to stop in time in case of special danger.

02-Laser cutting and CNC materials

Laser cutting material

316 stainless steel material

After laser cutting
2-1 Advantage in aviation:

1: Corrosion resistance: SUS890L has good resistance to chloride stress corrosion cracking (SCC), as well as
excellent resistance to pitting and crevice corrosion, which makes it perform well in harsh chemical
environments.

2: High temperature strength: This material can still maintain high strength and good mechanical properties at
high temperatures, suitable for high temperature working environment.

3: Processing performance: SUS890L has good malleability and weldability, which is easy to process and manufacture.

2-2 Key points in laser cutting

1: Adjustment of cutting parameters: including cutting height, nozzle type, focus position, cutting power, cutting
duty ratio, cutting pressure and cutting speed. The reasonable setting of these parameters is very important to
ensure the cutting quality and efficiency.

2: Inspection of hardware conditions: including protective lenses, gas purity, plate quality, aggregation mirrors and
collimators. The state of these hardware conditions directly affects the effect and safety of laser cutting.

3: Problem solving in the cutting process: For example, hanging slag occurs during cutting, and cutting parameters
may need to be adjusted or the nozzle replaced. If the cut section is not bright or rough enough, it may be necessary
to improve the quality of the plate or improve the purity of the gas.

4: The use of auxiliary gases: In the laser cutting process, the use of auxiliary gases such as nitrogen, oxygen
or compressed air can help improve cutting quality and efficiency. Nitrogen is one of the commonly used auxiliary
gases because it can prevent the oxidation of the material and obtain the ideal cutting effect.

03-Keep safety in CNC

1. Safety procedures:

The moving parts of CNC machine tools may cause splint injuries or other physical injuries, and the operator
should follow the safety procedures during operation.

2. Cutting fluid treatment:

replace or treat cutting fluid regularly to prevent deterioration and harmful substances.

04-CNC process introduction

Design CAD drawings:

First, design a 3D model of the part using computer aided design (CAD) software.

Write CAM program:

According to the CAD model, use computer aided manufacturing (CAM) software to generate the machining program
required for CNC machine tools.

Prepare the raw materials:

Fix the stainless steel sheet on the work table of the CNC machine.

Install the tool:

Select the appropriate tool and install it on the spindle of the CNC machine according to the machining needs.

Execute machining:

Start CNC machine tool and automatically execute milling, drilling and other processing steps according to CAM
program.

Quality inspection:

After processing, check the size and surface quality of the parts.

05-CNC materials

CNC Machining material

Hard alloy cutter

Due to the high hardness of stainless steel, carbide tools are usually used in CNC machining to improve cutting
efficiency and tool life.

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