16-Axis Double-Station 3D Laser Cutting Machine
Independent dual-path processing
Most 5-axis 3D laser systems rely on a single cutting head, which often requires irregular tubes to be re-clamped to complete the cutting process. This extra handling can affect accuracy. Two independent cutting heads, combined with a 16-axis configuration and four external rotary axes, allow complex parts to be processed in a single setup. By completing the cutting process in a single setup, positioning errors are reduced and cutting accuracy remains stable and consistent.
High-speed dual-path following control
During laser cutting, the distance between the cutting head and the material needs to stay constant. If the surface height changes, the cutting head has to move accordingly, otherwise cutting quality is affected. This system uses FANUC high-speed following control (HSP), which allows the cutting heads to adjust their position instantly as the surface changes, keeping the cutting gap stable throughout the process.
Efficient programming
- The laser cutting center and the actual workpiece position are mirrored in the software on a 1:1 basis. Programming and testing can start earlier, without waiting for fixture completion or going through time-consuming three-point positioning during setup.
- Fully automated path optimization is integrated into the 5-axis programming process, addressing collision risks and axis limit constraints while lowering programming complexity and improving efficiency.
- Motion simulation generates spatial sweep volumes that record the movement of the cutting head, fixtures, and related components. Interference zones can be identified more easily, supporting fixture designs that better match the actual working space required for machining.
Independent dual-path process settings
Dual-channel control allows each cutting path to be set independently, with up to 30 parameter sets per channel, making process adjustments much simpler when conditions change. Power waveform control helps avoid burrs at corners and reduces the risk of overheating, which keeps quality consistent on complex shapes. Processing levels can be adjusted from 1 to 10, where higher levels focus on precision and lower levels allow faster cutting speeds. Different processing levels can also be applied to the same tube, allowing speed and precision to be balanced according to the specific cutting requirements.
Efficient double-station automated processing
Dual-station robotic loading and unloading keep the system running continuously, reducing manual handling and cutting down on loading time.