Laser cutters are valuable tools that can be used to create various objects, from essential boxes to intricate engravings and complex 3D structures. If you're new to laser cutting, this guide will walk you through the fundamentals of how it works, provide examples of what can be made, and teach you how to design files for laser cutting or engraving. You'll also learn which materials are suitable and how to access a CNC cutting laser in Utah.

 What is a laser cutter?

 A laser cutter is a sophisticated device that utilizes a highly amplified, focused laser beam to cut or engrave materials precisely. The process involves the laser beam causing local burning, melting, or vaporization of the material, depending on the specific type of laser and the machine's power.

 The working

CNC Laser Cutting Services in Utah employs a process wherein a laser beam is generated within a CO2 gas-filled tube. Subsequently, mirrors and lenses guide the laser beam to the laser head, where it is focused on the material surface. The laser head is moved by electronically controlled motors to cut or engrave the desired shape onto the workpiece material. The form to be cut or engraved is defined by an input file, which could be a vector or raster image.

 Advantages of laser cutting

·    Non-contact Process: Laser cutting is a non-contact process, which means minimal damage occurs to the target object as only a precise area is affected.

·    Low Maintenance Costs: Laser cutting machines have low maintenance costs, and the replacement part costs are minimal.

·    Safety: Laser cutting is much safer, as the laser beam is confined within the lightbox.

·    Precise Control: With laser cutting technology, you have complete control over the heat output, beam intensity, and duration of the laser cutting process.

 Why choose us?

 Huxley Design uses two Bodor Fiber optic lasers to cut various materials, including steel, aluminum, and stainless steel. Thickness ranges vary depending on the material, from 30 gauge to 1-1/8 inch for steel, 30 gauge to 1/2 inch for stainless steel, and 30 gauge to 1/2 inch for aluminum. Huxley Design has a 20-foot rotary within their laser division, allowing for cutting up to 8-inch diameter tubes with laser accuracy. While other cutting methods, such as plasma, water jet, and CO2 lasers, have pros and cons, Huxley Design's state-of-the-art lasers provide efficient and precise cutting with minimal material wastage. 

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