Which is better CO2 or fiber laser?

Fiber can cut copper, brass and aluminum much better and more safely than CO2 because the beam is more readily absorbed and not reflected. Fiber laser operating costs are typically half of what a CO2 system can offer due to the lower electrical consumption and high electrical efficiency of Fiber lasers.

How long does a 40w CO2 laser last?

All glass CO2 laser tubes degrade over time with lifespans ranging from as little as 3 months to 3 years. Basically, the CO2 inside the tube breaks down into Carbon Monoxide and Oxygen with use.

What is a CO2 laser and how does it work?

How does a carbon dioxide laser work? Carbon dioxide laser beams penetrate the top skin layers reaching into the dermis. It creates tiny microscopic areas of thermal damage that stimulate new collagen production and replace damaged skin surface by new epidermal cells.

What can fiber laser engrave?

What Material We Can Mark / Engrave with Fiber Laser Marking…

  • Aluminum. Aluminum is one of the most commonly marked substrates and is used in many industries.
  • Brass and copper.
  • Tungsten and Carbide.
  • Non-semiconductor ceramics.
  • Chrome.
  • Coated and Painted Metal.
  • Fiberglass & Carbon fiber.
  • Nickel.

What can I cut with a CO2 laser?

CO2 laser is mainly for non-mental materials. Wood, paper, cardboard, plastic, PMMA. And also rubber, leather, metals, and ceramics. The potential applications of the CO2 laser are endless.

What’s the difference between a CO2 laser and a diode laser?

The main difference between the different laser types is the materials that they are capable of processing. The FABOOL Laser Mini (diode laser) cannot process glossy,transparent or translucent, or white and white materials. The FABOOL CO2/DS (CO2 lasers) cannot process the above with no issues.

How many times can you get CO2 laser?

Experts agree that the effects last for as long as eight years or even longer. CO2 laser skin resurfacing rarely requires any repeated treatment. If your doctor is doing a facelift, they may go over the same area on your skin very lightly once more. Otherwise, you no longer have to go through the procedure again.

When should I replace my CO2 laser tube?

around 1000 – 2000 hours
The CO2 laser tubes found in many laser cutters/engravers only have a lifetime of around 1000 – 2000 hours, after which they need to be replaced.

Can I engrave glass with a fiber laser?

The CO2 laser will have a wavelength of 10600nm whereas a fiber laser will typically have a wavelength in the 1070nm range. The CO2 lasers are generally used to mark and engrave materials such as plastic, paper, cardboard, glass, acrylic, leather, wood, and other organic materials.