Laser Cutting Speed Calculator
Calculate optimal cutting speeds, power requirements, and process parameters for laser material processing. Optimize your cutting operations for maximum efficiency and quality.
Class 3B/4 - Industrial Processing
Process Parameters
Select material for optimized parameters
Gas type affects cutting speed and quality
Cutting Results
Cutting Speed
Optimal Speed - mm/min
Speed Range - mm/min
Feed Rate - m/min
Process Parameters
Power Density - MW/cm²
Kerf Width - mm
Energy per Length - J/mm
Quality Metrics
Cut Quality - grade
Dross Formation - level
HAZ Width - μm
Process Efficiency
Calculate to see efficiency analysis
Material Properties Database
Mild Steel
Melting Point: 1540°C Thermal Conductivity: 50 W/mK Absorption (1064nm): ~35%
Stainless Steel
Melting Point: 1400°C Thermal Conductivity: 16 W/mK Absorption (1064nm): ~30%
Aluminum
Melting Point: 660°C Thermal Conductivity: 237 W/mK Absorption (1064nm): ~8%
Acrylic (PMMA)
Melting Point: 160°C Thermal Conductivity: 0.2 W/mK Absorption (10.6μm): ~95%
Cutting Process Theory
Power Density
I = 4P / (π × d²)
Power per unit area at focal spot
Cutting Speed (Empirical)
v = k × (P/t)^n
Where k and n are material constants
Energy per Unit Length
E = P / v
Energy delivered per unit cutting length
Kerf Width Estimation
w = d + 2α × t
Where α is thermal expansion factor
Laser Cutting Process Fundamentals
- Absorption: Material-wavelength interaction determines energy coupling efficiency
- Heat Conduction: Thermal diffusivity affects heat affected zone size
- Assist Gas: Oxygen enhances cutting through exothermic reaction
- Power Density: Must exceed material's vaporization threshold
- Speed Optimization: Balance between cutting speed and edge quality
Industrial Applications
Sheet Metal Fabrication
Optimize cutting speeds for automotive, aerospace, and general manufacturing applications.
Precision Parts Manufacturing
Calculate parameters for high-precision components requiring tight tolerances.
Prototype Development
Rapid prototyping with optimized cutting parameters for various materials.
Production Optimization
Maximize throughput while maintaining cut quality for high-volume production.