Laser Cleaning Machine
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Our products are mainly used for the welding, grinding, and cutting needs of various fields, including automobiles and auto parts, aerospace, ships, petrochemicals, pipelines and pressure vessels, engineering machinery, mining equipment, two and three-wheel vehicle manufacturing, sheet metal, sports equipment manufacturing, medical device manufacturing, metal furniture manufacturing, and rail transit.
Our Company
Changzhou Anchuang Intelligent Equipment Co., Ltd. is an intelligent equipment industry and trade integration company focusing on the application of industrial robot automated welding, grinding, and cutting technologies. The company provides customers with the most professional R&D, production, sales, training, and after-sales services. The headquarters is located in Changzhou, Jiangsu, China. The company’s mission is to provide efficient, accurate, and reliable robotic solutions for the manufacturing industry, and truly realize the automated and intelligent upgrade of manufacturing for global customers.
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What is Laser Cleaning Machine?
Laser cleaning machines are finding great applications in the industry today. It is often seen that rust, grease and other such substrates form a layer with time over metals and non-metallic products. And with increasing time the laser rust cleaning and metallic parts cleaning technologies have evolved.
Laser cleaning is primarily a form of laser ablation, which occurs when a laser beam is used to remove contaminants deposited on the surface of a material. For example, metal surface rust removal is based on the laser ablation process. However, laser ablation of the material will only occur when the energy of the emitted laser beam is higher than the ablation threshold of the material.
Each material has a specific ablation threshold based on its molecular bonds, and this threshold differs from other materials. Therefore, when the difference between the ablation thresholds of the two materials is large enough, the unwanted material can be removed in a highly selective manner during laser cleaning without affecting other materials. For example, rust has a significantly lower ablation threshold compared to the thresholds of steel or aluminum, allowing the use of a laser cleaner to completely vaporize the rust without damaging the underlying steel.
The parameters of the laser cleaning machine (i.e., power, wavelength, repetition rate, scan speed, and beam diameter) are carefully selected so that only the ablation threshold of the contaminant is reached, and not that of the substrate itself. This targeting of the correct ablation threshold, combined with the fact that laser cleaning can be controlled with micron-level precision, ensures that the underlying substrate is not damaged or is damaged very little. This process of scanning the laser beam is repeated until all contaminants have been removed and the material surface is clean.
How To Operate A Laser Cleaning Machine Safely
Self-Safety And Environmental Protection
Laser cleaning machines have adequate safety features on their own. High-powered machines are typically equipped with safety features such as enclosed workspaces, interlocks, and safety sensors to keep operators and bystanders safe from potential laser hazards. Compared to traditional cleaning methods such as mechanical and chemical alternatives. Our laser solutions do not produce additional waste to reduce the impact on the environment.
Reasonable Security Measures
Laser cleaning is less of a safety risk. Most portable laser cleaning machines are small in size, low in power, and relatively safe; when using a high-power laser cleaning machine, pay attention to staying away from designated dangerous areas, and the operator should be equipped with necessary safety protection equipment, including laser protective glasses and gloves, Avoid danger.
Effective Operations Training
Learn how to use cleaning technology safely and correctly through training. In order to operate the machine safely, we will conduct related training for laser cleaning machine operations -including safety precautions, equipment operation, maintenance skills and correct fault exclusion strategies, and which settings are most suitable for your specific cleaning needs. In this way, you can get the most effective cleaning without damaging structure.
Types Of Laser Cleaning Machines
Handheld Laser Cleaner
A handheld laser cleaner is a small device that can be held and operated manually. The laser delivery device is connected to a control unit. The control unit is a little bulky but still portable and manageable.
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Conveyor Laser Cleaner
A Conveyor laser cleaning machine has a laser device mounted on conveyors. The workpiece automatically feeds to the laser and the entire surface can undergo scanning and cleaning inside the laser compartment. These machines fit well into the assembly production line where products move on conveyors. A common example is the automotive industry.
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Robotic Laser Cleaner
Robotic laser cleaner has beam delivery systems mounted on the arms of robots. Another option is to use Computer Numerical Control (CNC) to control the movement of the laser around the part.
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Enclosed Laser System
Enclosed laser system features an enclosure where the part is confined for laser cleaning. The operator cannot access the part during the cleaning operation. This increases the safety of the workforce in the process.
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How to Choose a Suitable Laser Cleaning Machine?
Laser Process Parameters
According to control theory, a process parameter is a process component's measured value. Usually, the operator monitors or controls these process parameters based on different circumstances.
Laser Power and Pulse Frequency
Laser machines can have two typical laser frequencies: continuous and pulsed. Continuous laser machines produce a constant flow of energy. It means that an uninterrupted laser frequency provides high-quality and effective laser beams. Continuous laser is famous for laser cutting and welding. This type of laser machine requires high energy consumption.
Laser Safety
Safety has always been the primary consideration for every laser cleaning machine. Typically, a laser machine requires a class-1 safety enclosure. It makes the work safe and reliable. Every laser machine manufacturer must meet the requirements of safety regulations worldwide. However, if you see the laser machine is already equipped with a class-1 laser safety enclosure, you won’t need any PPEs. In the case of a handheld laser cleaning machine, you should ensure the safety enclosure class. If it is class 4, then you may need additional PPE.
Cleaning Speed and Times
Some people may need clarification on cleaning and scanning speeds. A scanning speed refers to the Galvo scanners’ working speed, producing a certain laser spot width. In this case, the laser cleaning speed is perpendicular to this laser spot.
Fume Extraction
During laser cleaning, the process will produce lots of contaminants. In this case, laser cleaning standards require a vaporization process to convert the pollutants into dust or fumes. It is necessary to extract these contaminants from the working space. However, ensuring this feature protects workers and keeps the functional area clean and tidy.
First, check the fume extraction nozzle position. After that, check the safety measures of PLC automated communications. Lastly, check the filter and extraction units based on the type of dust or fumes produced.
Overlap Ratio and Energy Density
The overlap ratio is another fundamental part of laser cleaning. It is seen that overlap ratio and energy density change cleaning speed, pulse frequency, and power. Therefore, these two parameters change the total value of the surface roughness of the projected metal part.
Machine and Other Parameters
We have learned the fundamentals of some process parameters that may help you make the right decision. This section will consider some visible machine parameters of different types. The following parameters are essential to consider if you want to ensure the highest productivity from your business.
After-sale Service
It is one of the most crucial factors you should ensure from the manufacturers. After buying a laser cleaner machine, most buyers might need some help with using it. In those cases, you need quick experts who can solve your problems. Experts from the manufacturers are highly recommended.
Additional Features
You may want additional equipment from a manufacturer to maintain and repair the machine. Few laser cleaning machine manufacturers offer extra equipment for maintenance. In this case, you can consider this factor to find the best option for your cleaning applications. Additional features might include cooling systems, digital displays, emergency methods, mobility features, etc.
Applications of laser cleaning machine
Electronics Industry
The electronic industry requires high precision to decontaminate. Removing oxides using laser rust removal for this field will not damage the pin. Moreover, a needle only needs to be irradiated once, and the efficiency is very high. Besides increased efficiency, the laser can remove oxides to ensure the best electrical contact.
Mold
The traditional cleaning method of molds includes sandblasting, ultrasonic, or carbon dioxide cleaning. The conventional cleaning method uses chemical solvents, heat first, cool down, and finally cleans. This cleaning method takes time and damages the original mold’s accuracy. However, the laser cleaner machine was cleaned conveniently and did not produce toxic gases. This safe working environment also the protection of staff.
Buildings
Laser cleaners can clean the dark spots and stains of buildings and stone monuments. Laser cleaning can preserve the appearance of ancient buildings. Currently, the cleanliness of modern skyscraper facades is becoming increasingly prominent. The clean laser machine provides a good solution for cleaning buildings through up to 70 meters of optical fiber. It can effectively clean all kinds of pollutants on various stones, metals, and glass. The most important thing is that it is several times more efficient than traditional cleaning methods.
Airplane
The surface of the plane needs to be repainted periodically. But the old paint needs to be removed entirely before painting. Traditional mechanical clear color is easy to cause damage to the metal surface of the plane. Damage will bring hidden dangers to flight safety. Cleaning with a laser cleaning machine can completely remove the paint layer on the surface of an airplane within two days. And will not damage the metal surface.
Precision Machinery Industry
The traditional cleaning method is chemical cleaning for degreasing and cleaning in the precision machinery industry. This cleaning method leaves chemical residue. Esters and mineral oil can be completely removed with a laser rust removal tool. Moreover, laser cleaning is non-contact and will not damage the part’s surface.
Nuclear Power Plant
A high-powered laser beam is directed inside the reactor to remove radioactive dust directly. This is the principle of laser cleaning pipes in nuclear power plant reactors. This process can be operated remotely, effectively reducing health damage to operators.
Weaponry
Laser cleaning technology is widely used in the maintenance of weapons. Laser cleaning tools can efficiently and quickly remove rust and pollutants. It enables the automated selection of removal sites. The cleanliness of laser rust cleaner is higher than that of the chemical cleaning process. Moreover, laser cleaning has almost no damage to the object’s surface. You can set the parameters to form a dense oxide protective film on the metal surface. This protective film can improve the strength and corrosion resistance of the object’s surface.
Benefits of Laser Cleaning Machines
1. The rust removal of laser cleaning machine is non-contact. It can be transmitted through optical fiber and combined with robot or manipulator to conveniently realize long-distance operation. It can clean parts that are difficult to reach by traditional methods. It is suitable for cleaning ships, aircraft, weapons and equipment, etc. Excellent option for maintenance.
2. In addition to rust removal, the laser cleaning machine can also clean different types of pollutants on the surface of various materials to achieve a high degree of cleanliness. It is a new application of surface engineering treatment. Pulse laser is more suitable for cleaning and descaling of titanium alloy surface, stainless steel weld bead cleaning, stainless steel welding spot cleaning, surface cleaning of precision parts before and after welding, and flange cleaning; ultraviolet laser is suitable for cleaning large components.
3. The laser cleaning machine is set through threshold calculation parameters, no contact, no grinding, no thermal effect, no harm to the substrate, easy to operate, especially suitable for cleaning molds and cultural relics.
4.The laser cleaning machine does not require chemical solutions for rust removal, and there is no environmental pollution problem caused by chemical cleaning. It is a new technology, new process, and new method to replace pickling and phosphating.
5. After the laser cleaning machine derusts and cleans, the waste material forms solid powder, which is small in size and easy to handle, does not cause re-pollution to the environment, and is green and environmentally friendly. It is the reform and development trend of industrial cleaning.
6. Traditional cleaning processes such as pickling and sand blasting are not suitable for cleaning thin plate materials below 30mm because they inevitably cause visible damage to the surface of the substrate, and laser cleaning machines can show their talents.
7. The laser cleaning machine has strong flexibility and controllability. Through different parameter settings, the same laser cleaning machine can roughen the surface and improve the adhesion; different laser power, frequency, aperture, focal length, etc. can be set by preset effects , not exceeding the limit as little as possible, only cleaning the required range and strength, improving efficiency and reducing costs.
8.The laser cleaning machine can effectively clean micron-level pollution particles, realize controllable fine cleaning, and is suitable for cleaning precision instruments and precision parts
9. The rust removal of laser cleaning machine can be used stably for a long time, no consumable materials are required, only a small amount of electricity is required, the maintenance and operation costs are low, and automatic operation can be easily realized, and it can be used once and infinitely.
10. The laser cleaning machine belongs to physical dry cleaning, which replaces the waste of water resources by traditional industrial cleaning, replaces the cleaning liquid and builder required by traditional surface treatment, eliminates ODS ozone-depleting substances, low-carbon, water-saving and energy-saving.
Certifications
It is an intelligent equipment industry and trade integration company focusing on the application of industrial robot automated welding/grinding/cutting technologies. The company provides customers with the most professional R&D, production, sales, training and after-sales services. The headquarters is located in Changzhou, Jiangsu, China. The company's mission is to provide efficient, accurate and reliable robotic solutions for the manufacturing industry, and truly realize the automated and intelligent upgrade of manufacturing for global customers.
FAQ
Q: What is Laser Cleaning Machine?
Q:Does laser cleaning really work?
Q:How is laser cleaning done?
Q: How much does a laser cleaning system cost?
Q:Is laser deep cleaning worth it?
Q:How safe are laser cleaners?
Q: How do I choose a laser cleaning machine?
The surface area and geometry that needs to be cleaned.
The substrate and the type of contaminant.
The thickness of the contaminants.
The approximate cleaning time you need.
The subsequent steps in your manufacturing process.
Q:What precautions should be taken during laser cleaning?
Q: Do portable laser cleaning machines work?
Q: What can you clean with a laser cleaning machine?
Q: Is laser deep cleaning worth it?
Q: Are laser cleaning machines safe?
Q: How do I choose a laser cleaning machine?
Q: What are the principles of laser cleaning?
Absorption of light generates heat, and intense heating leads to ablation of material. Essentially, laser cleaning is laser ablation applied to some kind of unwanted substances on some workpiece.
Q: Do laser cleaners really work?
Q: What are the benefits of laser cleaning?
No abrasive materials are used, with no problems of contaminant separation and disposal.
No solvents are used - chemical-free and environmentally friendly process.
Spatially selective–cleaning only the area required, saving time and costs by ignoring regions that don't matter.
Q: How long does a laser cleaning machine last?
in the process of rust removal or cleaning. In addition to no pollution to the global environment, it also saves the cost of consumables. Laser cleaning uses a fiber laser that can last up to 100,000 hours, which allows us to make a return on our investment in a safe way.
Q: What can you clean with a laser cleaning machine?
Q: Are laser cleaning machines worth it?
Q: How safe are laser cleaners?