Picosecond Laser Glass Cutting Machine

Glass Laser Cutting Machine

Picosecond laser cutting machine is a high-performance, high-efficiency, high-quality laser cutting machine, mainly cutting glass materials, such as blue glass, white glass, ultra-clear glass, etc.
With the development of various industries, there are more and more glass applications,

Picosecond laser glass cutting machine is a high-efficiency, automatic glass cutting machine, using picosecond laser source and RF CO2 laser source to cooperate with glass cutting technology.The glass cutting industry is widely used, for example, glasses manufacturers, lens manufacturing, camera industry, optical lens production, medical industry, lens production in atomized instruments, smart wearable watch industry, watch glass dial production, automotive industry, automotive rear view mirror glass cutting, cosmetic industry, cosmetic lens cutting

 

Why need to use a different laser source for cutting glass?

Picosecond laser source for cutting different shape and pre-cut, cut more thickness picosecond laser can not cut out glass once a time, therefore must use RF co2 laser to cut out of the galss

well, The RF co2 laser source power have to 100W or 150W is better for cut out the glass.

The standard workbench format of our machine is 600*700mm, with double-station cutting workbench, we also can support customization

But this means more manufacturing costs and longer lead times，sometimes our customers required 1000x2500mm,1500x3000mm,and so on. 

Glass laser cutting machine programming

Picosecond laser source for cutting machine only support English and Chinese, you can prhramming any cutting shape what do you want.

Glass laser cutting machine is not only a cutting machine but also a precision glass drilling,punching machine.

 

Advantages of Glass Picosecond Laser Cutting Machines

   1.  High Precision Cutting

• Picosecond lasers operate at ultra-short pulse durations, minimizing thermal effects and achieving extremely high precision in cutting, with micrometer-level accuracy.
• Suitable for delicate and complex micro-cutting applications, such as smartphone screens, semiconductor wafers, and biomedical devices.

 2 .  Minimal Heat-Affected Zone (HAZ)

• The ultra-short pulses prevent excessive heat from accumulating in the material, reducing thermal stress, cracking, and chipping.
• Unlike nanosecond lasers, picosecond lasers induce cold ablation, minimizing material damage.

3 .  Smooth and Clean Cut Edges

• The precise energy control ensures clean cuts with minimal roughness, eliminating the need for post-processing like polishing or grinding.
• Reduces defects such as microcracks, enhancing the strength of cut components.

4.  High Processing Speed

• Picosecond lasers operate at high repetition rates, leading to faster material removal and increased cutting speed compared to traditional methods.
• This translates to higher throughput and improved production efficiency.

5.  Versatility in Glass Types

• Suitable for processing various types of glass, including tempered glass, sapphire glass, Gorilla Glass, and quartz glass.
• Can also handle thin and brittle substrates that conventional mechanical methods struggle with.

6.  Reduced Material Waste and Cost Efficiency

• The precise nature of picosecond laser cutting minimizes material wastage, reducing costs in high-value materials.
• Decreases dependency on additional tooling and consumables, lowering operational expenses.

7.  Compatibility with Automation & Industry 4.0

• Easily integrated into CNC systems, robotic arms, and smart manufacturing processes for automation.
• Supports high-precision applications in electronics, medical devices, and automotive industries.

Performance Analysis of Glass Picosecond Laser Cutting Machines

1. Cutting Quality

• Edge Roughness: Achieves sub-micron roughness levels, significantly reducing post-processing.
• Microcrack Formation: Virtually eliminated due to ultra-short pulse duration.
• Material Integrity: Minimal stress and deformation, enhancing final product durability.

2.  Cutting Speed & Throughput

•  Faster than traditional CO₂ and nanosecond lasers.
• Can cut thin glass (0.1mm - 2mm) at speeds of 100-500 mm/s, depending on material type.
• Ideal for mass production in industries requiring high-speed precision cutting.

3. Energy Efficiency

• Consumes less power compared to traditional CO₂ lasers due to more efficient energy delivery.
• Reduces cooling requirements, contributing to lower operating costs.

4. Material Adaptability

• Works well on brittle and transparent materials, such as ultra-thin glass and coated glass.
• Can also handle layered or composite materials used in high-tech industries.

5.Repeatability & Consistency

• Provides consistent quality cuts across multiple production cycles.
• High repeatability makes it ideal for automated and batch processing applications.

1. Picosecond Laser Glass Cutting Machine vs. Water Jet Cutting Machine

Verdict:

• Picosecond laser cutting is best for high-precision, clean-edge cutting of thin glass, used in electronics, optics, and medical applications.
• Water jet cutting is better for thicker glass and industrial applications, where precision is less critical but material thickness is high.

2. Comparison of Other Traditional Glass Cutting Methods