What is the difference between Laser cutting machine and CNC Router ?

2021-06-05 01:52:40

Laser cutting machines are completely dependent on the wattage and power of it's laser tubes to cut the materials you are using. CNC Router has a little more flexibility due the various CNC router bits you can use when cutting. Materials Lasers can cut through almost every material that a CNC router is capable of engraving. But, some materials like PVC, ABS, polypropylene foam, etc. can't be engraved through a laser machine. Whereas, a CNC router can take care of this task by following some precision. a CNC machine has the ability to cut more materials than a laser cutting machine, but may require dust collector. Speed  When it is about the speed of these two engraving machines, there isn't much difference. The speed at which these machines perform depends on the many factors like the material used, the designing, and so on. Laser machines can have better precision due to the fact that it isn’t directly coming in contact with the material unlike a CNC Router.   However, CNC routers can be considered quicker because they are able to take bigger passes while cutting a material like wood. Power consumption When it comes to power consumption, it seems that lasers use more power than CNC routers. Also, lasers cost more. But, when you engrave with a laser, the level of intricacy and precision is much better than CNC routers. Use laser cutting machine, you can have lots of creativity in your things. Accuracy Engraving with routers is like drawing with a marker pen. Whereas, engraving with lasers feels more like drawing with a fine pen. As you know, the width of the cut depends on the width of your engraving tool. You may find the smallest router bits with a radius of about 1mm, while the radius you find in a laser beam can be of 0.1mm. Because of this, you can engrave detailed cuts with precision. Irrespective of the design, you are guaranteed with a much higher amount of accuracy and precision when it comes to your most intricate designs. Safety Always have proper ventilation in your work area while operating either of these machines.   When using a CNC Router it is a extremely important that you have a good dust collection system in place. While both machines are a fire hazard, laser cutters are even more so.  It is important to always use materials approved by the manufacturer and to never leave the machine unattended.   Keep the safety manual close at hand in emergencies. Always clear away any flammable materials, chips, or shavings away from any electrical components in the area. <a href="https://www.honzhanmachines.com/Index/index/productdetail/Laser-Engraving-and-Cutting-Machine-Application.html" target="_blank">Laser engraving and cutting machine Applicable Materials:</a> <a href="https://www.honzhanmachines.com/Index/index/productdetail/Laser-Engraving-and-Cutting-Machine-Application.html" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="https://www.honzhanmachines.com/static/upload/20200222/Laser%20cutter%201.jpg" title="image" /></a> <a href="https://www.honzhanmachines.com/Index/index/productdetail/HZ6090-Acrylic-Laser-Engraving-Cutting-Machine.html" target="_blank"><img src="https://www.honzhanmachines.com/static/upload/20191031/47.laser%20engraving%20machine%206090.jpg" style="border-width: 0px; border-style: solid; width: 400px; height: 387px;" title="image" /></a>  <a href="https://www.honzhanmachines.com/Index/index/productdetail/1325-CNC-Router-with-Vacuum-Table.html" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="https://www.honzhanmachines.com/static/upload/20210605/CNC Router.jpg" title="image" /></a>                 600×900mm CO2 laser cutting machine                                          1300×2500mm CNC Router Any inquiry, feel free to contact us: <img src="https://www.honzhanmachines.com/static/upload/20210605/Alice Wang Honzhan.png" style="border-width: 0px; border-style: solid; width: 600px; height: 285px;" title="image" />