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Frequently Asked Questions
Laser cleaning is a safer process for operators than other types of cleaning processes, such as sandblasting or dry ice blasting. It generates no additional waste and is environmentally friendly. Additionally, most laser cleaning machines are equipped with safety features that give them class-1 laser safety status.
Although laser cleaning is one of the most effective methods for removing contaminants from metals and nonmetals, it is not be appropriate for all projects. Larger surface areas may take longer to clean and may not produce the desired results because laser beam will need to pass through the entire surface being cleaned.
Laser cleaning machines listed in this category are large workstations that enable automation, integration and sophisticated operating process. The price will vary greatly depending on the model, laser power, automation equipment, supplied enclosure and other features. For pricing questions please do not hesitate to contact the respective suppliers.
Laser Cleaning Machines can be used to remove rust, paint, corrosion and other contaminants such as grease, mold, oil, etc. from many different types of surfaces including most metallic surfaces, glass, ceramics, stone, and some plastics. Some of the machines listed in this category offer additional features that can be crucial for automating and in high throughput operations.
Laser cleaning speed is determined by the laser system and settings, the contaminant, the geometry and the thickness of the layer to be removed. Typical cleaning rates can be as high as a few square feet per minute per mil (.001") of coating thickness.
Yes, laser cleaning machines are often used for removing rust, grease, oil, hazardous paint, and other contaminants from various objects.
Laser cleaning machines typically come equipped with a pulsed fiber laser (typically 50 watts or more) or a CO2 laser. Some machines use diode pumped solid state (DPSS) lasers such us Nd:YAG or ND:YVO4, however the advancement of pulsed fiber lasers in recent years has made fiber lasers more prevalent in these machines.
While laser cleaning machines are an effective tool for degreasing, cleaning and de-rusting of many materials, they do require sizable upfront investment. The economics will boil down to the usage of the equipment. For large projects requiring automation, precision and large volumes, laser cleaning machines can actually save in the long run thanks to being environmentally friendly, operating without consumables and offering an ultimate precision and control over the cleaning process.
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