View Full Version : Has anyone tried cutting Carbon Fiber?


A+ Machining
09-17-2007, 08:55 AM
I'm getting a LG900 60watt laser.
I was wondering has anyone tried cutting carbon fiber with one of these.
We sometimes have to cut .375" carbon fiber sheets into small parts?

Thanks
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bisjoe
09-27-2007, 12:24 PM
I know it's been done, but with a more powerful laser (200 watts) and with nitrogen assist instead of air. With just air the edges will be badly charred.

I always say get a scrap and try it before accepting a job.

CNCadmin
09-27-2007, 12:47 PM
nitrogen assist instead of air. With just air the edges will be badly charred.


Not CO2?

bisjoe
09-27-2007, 01:17 PM
Not CO2?

Sorry, I don't know if CO2 would work, just that nitrogen does.