Laser processing the material has significant advantages compared to other non-contact processing methods in following aspects:
- Material adaptability: It can adapt to a wide range of materials, and with ultrafast lasers, the thermal effect zone can be effectively controlled.
- Control flexibility: It allows for the control of multiple parameters, facilitates easy modularization and integration with automation, and enables extremely high-precision control.
- Processing efficiency: The high processing speeds, particularly in cutting and marking applications, can significantly enhance productivity.
- Cost: Due to its high processing efficiency and low cost per unit, it offers significant economic value.
- Environmental protection: It does not require chemical substances, generates less waste, and complies with environmental protection standards.
Plasma
- The heat-affected zone is significant, which can result in material deformation or structural damage.
- Processing certain materials is inefficient.
Ultrasonic
- It is primarily used for brittle materials, which limits its applicability.
- Slow and less efficient
Microwave
- Only suitable for specific types of materials, resulting in limited applicability.
- Uniform control of heating is challenging, which can lead to stress in the material. concentration in the material
Magnetron sputtering
- It is primarily used for thin film deposition and is not suitable for cutting or shaping large pieces of material.
- The process is complex and requires expensive equipment.
Electron beam processing
- The processing speed is relatively slow, particularly when dealing with large areas.
- The costs are high, the equipment is complex, and a vacuum environment is necessary.
Electrochemical processing
- The processing speed is slower, making it unsuitable for mass production.
- The requirements for the electrolyte are stringent, and improper use can lead to corrosion. Additionally, the costs for environmental protection are high.
