Laser cutting of films and adhesive tapes

Industrial CO₂ laser machines for cutting films and adhesive tapes

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Automated cutting for high-volume production (24/7)

Contact-free cutting without adhesive residue on the tool

Precise cutting of complex contours and printed films

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CO₂ laser machines – the ideal solution for cutting films and adhesive tapes

Why use laser cutting for films and adhesive tapes?

Contactless laser cutting of films and adhesive tapes delivers outstanding precision, even for complex contours, enables accurate kiss-cut applications and the precise cutting of multi-layer films, while ensuring consistently high cutting quality without adhesive residue on tools.

Multilayer film processed by laser cutting, kiss-cutting and laser marking on a eurolaser CO₂ laser machine

Flexibility: Kiss-cutting and laser marking of thin films

rinted film with extremely fine laser-cut details and high repeatability

Precision: Finest details and high repeatability when cutting

Close-up of precise sealed cut edges on a multi-layer plastic film – produced by CO₂ laser cutting on an industrial eurolaser system

Quality: Sealed cut edges on multilayer films

Un­lim­it­ed con­tour free­dom with­out time-con­sum­ing tool mod­i­fi­ca­tions

Easy re­mov­al of cut parts, even from self-ad­he­sive films

Pre­cise lay­er sep­a­ra­tion in mul­ti­lay­er films with­out the off­set typ­i­cal of die-cutting

Con­sis­tent­ly high cut­ting qual­i­ty with­out tool wear

Smooth cut edg­es with­out post-pro­cess­ing

No ad­he­sive res­i­due on the tool thanks to con­tact-free cut­ting

Pre­cise ma­te­ri­al po­si­tion­ing with a va­cu­um ta­ble

Ver­y high cut­ting pre­ci­sion with­out tool ra­di­us

Materials and applications for laser cutting films and adhesive tapes

Common applications for our laser cutting machines for films and adhesive tapes

Laser cutting of technical films, adhesive tapes and self-adhesive materials opens up a wide range of industrial applications. eurolaser CO₂ laser cutting machines are used for front panels, membrane switch overlays, gaskets and many other applications in the automotive and electronics industries.

Laser cutting machines for films and adhesive tapes

Recommended machine sizes for laser cutting films and adhesive tapes

eurolaser M-800

eurolaser M-800 with Shuttle Table System: CO₂ laser cutting machine for cutting films and adhesive tapes
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Working area (W x L):
1,330 x 830 mm (52.3" x 32.6")

Ideal in combination with the Shuttle Table System for companies processing small-format films in automated, cost-effective series production.

eurolaser XL-1600

eurolaser XL-1600 with Twin Table System: CO₂ laser cutting machine for cutting films and adhesive tapes
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Working area (W x L):
2,270 mm x 1,600 mm (89.3" x 62.9")

Recommended for converters processing very large formats as well as thin, lightweight or tension-sensitive films and adhesive tapes.

eurolaser M-1600

eurolaser M-1600 with Shuttle Table System: CO₂ laser cutting machine for cutting films and adhesive tapes
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Working area (W x L):
1,330 mm x 1,630 mm (52.3" x 64.1")

Ideal in combination with the Shuttle Table System for manufacturers automatically cutting medium to large film sheets.

Special solutions for processing films and adhesive tapes

The right solution for every application

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Automation
Twin Table System

Material change during cutting for maximum machine utilisation

Ergonomic access thanks to movable table sections

Permanent vacuum ensures secure material fixation, even during shuttle operation

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Per­fect for ad­he­sive tape con­vert­ers that need to cut with max­i­mum pre­ci­sion, in­clud­ing in mul­ti-stage pro­cess­ing op­er­a­tions.

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Automation
Shuttle Table System

Loading and unloading during cutting for optimal machine utilisation

Movable material carriers improve access to finished parts

Suitable for automated processes, robotic loading and 24/7 operation

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Per­fect for com­pa­nies pro­cess­ing films and ad­he­sive tapes with high ma­chine util­i­sa­tion and min­i­mal pro­cess down­time.

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Camera system
POS+professional

Precise cutting of printed films by scanning the entire working area

Optimal cutting results through compensation of print deviations

Workflow manager for loading cutting jobs via QR and barcodes

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Ide­al for film con­vert­ers pro­duc­ing cus­tom­ised graph­ics, front films or dec­or­a­tive films and pre­ci­sion-cut­ting print­ed films.

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Filter systems

Approved for use in commercial and residential areas

Suitable for environmentally certified companies

Industrial solutions for connecting multiple machines

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Ide­al for en­vi­ron­men­tal­ly cer­ti­fied com­pa­nies. Mul­ti-stage fil­tra­tion of coarse, fine and gas­e­ous sub­stan­ces en­sures clean ex­haust air af­ter cut­ting.

The benefits of eurolaser for laser cutting films and adhesive tapes

Why do film converters choose eurolaser?

eurolaser laser cutting machines are specifically designed to meet the requirements of processing films and adhesive tapes, offering a wide range of features for precise, flexible and cost-effective cutting.

Lar­ge se­lec­tion of ma­chine si­zes for sheet, roll and pan­el for­mats

Spe­cial ta­ble con­cepts for op­ti­mal film pro­cess­ing

In­creased pro­duc­tiv­i­ty through in­no­va­tive au­to­ma­tion fea­tures

E­ven more cut­ting pos­si­bil­i­ties with knife mod­ules in com­bi­na­tion with the la­ser

Op­ti­mal ma­te­ri­al util­i­sa­tion through soft­ware-con­trolled nest­ing

En­er­gy-ef­fi­cient ex­trac­tion and fil­tra­tion for a clean work­ing en­vi­ron­ment

Great­er flex­i­bil­i­ty with ad­di­tion­al mark­ing op­tions

Fu­ture-proof per­for­mance through mod­u­lar up­grades and tai­lored ex­ten­sions

Optimised for industrial production

Since 1994, eurolaser has stood for innovative laser system technology made in Germany. Our goal is to continuously advance laser technology for industrial and manufacturing applications.

All models are based on a modular design principle, ensuring the perfect solution for your specific requirements – even for specialised applications. Each system can be expanded with a wide range of application-specific modules that integrate seamlessly into your production environment.

Even in continuous operation – 24/7 or in two- and three-shift production – you can rely on the proven reliability of our technology.

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Tested: Excellent cutting results on films and adhesive tapes using our laser cutting machines

tesa SE logo – manufacturer of self-adhesive products and adhesive tapes

tesa®

ACXplus and others

Laser cutting performance:
suitable to excellent

3M logo – leading manufacturer of industrial adhesive tapes

3M

VHB™, Envision™ and others

Laser cutting performance:
suitable to excellent

Neschen Coating GmbH logo – leading manufacturer of self‑adhesive media and coating solutions

Neschen

easySTYLE, easy dot, Performance wallpaper

Laser cutting performance:
excellent suitability

In our industry, it is crucial to stay up to date with the latest material developments in order to offer customers practical solutions. In-depth knowledge of material properties and production processes is essential. Through targeted laser testing, we continuously expand our expertise together with our partners.

Close cooperation with leading material manufacturers and outstanding test results underline our commitment to customer focus and innovation. Companies that choose eurolaser invest not only in a machine, but also in a strong partnership.

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Samir Andar
Account Manager, eurolaser GmbH

Successful customers worldwide

These companies rely on our film laser cutters

INNO TAPE GmbH, Germany

Our expertise combined with eurolaser technology enables us to manufacture high-precision self-adhesive components as laser-cut parts – even in extremely high quantities.

Thomas Weiser
Managing Director at INNO TAPE

Product: Laser machine M-800

Application area: Converters for adhesive tapes

Laser cutting is an integral part of INNO TAPE's production process. Eight eurolaser M-800 machines are now in daily use in the large machine park, cutting adhesive tapes for all applications in the automotive sector.

Gauzy GmbH, Germany

The XL-3200 eurolaser system is perfectly suited to our requirements. Quality and perfection in cutting are very important to our customers. Both can be achieved with eurolaser systems.

Han-Alexander Pothoven
Director Advanced Technologies at Gauzy

Product: Laser machine XL-3200

Application area: Switchable films and glass, nanotechnology

Gauzy uses an XL-3200 eurolaser cutter with a fibre laser source to cut coating and switchable films. LCG® technology allows glass to change from transparent to opaque as required – for privacy, sun protection and smart displays.

Polybloc AG, Switzerland

For several years, we have been using eurolaser machines in our production operations. Over time, this has developed into a trusted partnership that we would not want to be without, and which consistently supports our reliability and operational performance.

Reinhard Aurich
Managing Director of Polybloc

Product: Laser machine M-1200, M-1600, XL-1200

Application area: Heat exchangers

Polybloc specialises in the manufacture of high-quality heat exchangers and focuses on maximum precision and efficiency. The company currently uses six CO₂ laser machines from eurolaser to process special plastics. These enable precise cutting and ensure consistently high quality of the components, which are used in air conditioning and ventilation systems worldwide.

Rohde & Schwarz GmbH & Co. KG, Germany

Product: Laser machine M-1200, M-1600, XL-1200

Application area: Mobile communications, broadcasting and electronics industry

Rohde & Schwarz is one of the world's leading suppliers of measurement technology, communication technology and security solutions. The company is committed to the highest precision and quality in manufacturing. eurolaser's CO₂ laser machines are essential for demanding high-tech applications.

SCHURTER Group, international

A high degree of flexibility and precision is required in our production processes for SCHURTER’s customised solutions. By using the eurolaser laser system with camera recognition, we are able to meet these requirements with precision, speed and flexibility. ... We are more than impressed by the system’s clarity and ease of operation.

Stefan Theiler
CEO, Schurter GmbH, Germany

Product: Laser machine M-1600

Application area: Membrane keyboards

The SCHURTER Group is a leading supplier of electronic components and HMI solutions. Companies worldwide in the industrial, medical, telecommunications and mechanical engineering sectors rely on its high-quality solutions. The portfolio includes fuses, connectors, switches, input systems and EMC products.

Seyffer GmbH, Germany

... The support and customer service, as well as the excellent functions of the laser, which meet our customer requirements, ultimately convinced us. Today, the laser has become an indispensable part of our production and enables us to respond precisely to customer enquiries and requirements.

Simone Gerhart
Head of production at Seyffer

Product: Laser machine M-1600

Application area: Converting for adhesive tapes

The company's core product range consists of high-quality products in the fields of adhesive technology, surface finishing and occupational safety for manufacturing companies in various industries. Seyffer GmbH uses cutting technology from eurolaser for precise and flexible adhesive tape conversion.

Gustav Scharnau GmbH, Germany

Laser cutting enables extremely short set-up times, incurs no tooling costs, adheres to the tightest tolerances and thus achieves unimaginable productivity gains. ... We currently have five eurolaser systems in operation.

Matthias Schach
Managing Director at Gustav Scharnau

Product: Laser machine M-1200, M-1600

Application area: Converters for adhesive tapes

For over 100 years, Gustav Scharnau has been manufacturing complex products from self-adhesive tapes and films for customers in industry, trade and services worldwide. High-performance CO₂ laser machines from eurolaser are used for the precise processing and cutting of industrial adhesive solutions and adhesive tapes.

Questions about laser cutting of films and adhesive tapes

Laser‑cut self‑adhesive film showing a visible release tab via kiss‑cut

Yes, you can also realise so-called kiss cuts with our laser machines. By specifically adjusting the laser power, only the top layer of a material is cut (e.g. in the case of self-adhesive films or labels), while the carrier material or the underlayer remains intact. In addition, a specially integrable kiss-cut module technology is available, which enables very fine cuts or partial cuts to be made using mechanical or hybrid control.

Further details on the kiss-cut modules

 

Close-up of the clean, sealed cut edge of a printed multilayer membrane keypad – protects against moisture and dirt

Yes, this often even has the advantage of sealing the cut edges and protecting them from moisture and dirt.

Close-up of a printed film with a laser-cut edge following the print contour exactly, enabled by camera recognition

Yes, with eurolaser's camera recognition system, printed films can be cut precisely along the print contours. The software automatically recognises registration marks or print patterns and compares them with the cutting data, so that deviations in the print image are reliably compensated for.

This function is ideal for advertising technology, packaging, technical films or displays where precise contours are crucial. Even with multi-layer or translucent films, the cut edge remains clean and smoke-free, without any manual alignment.

Further details on camera recognition

Schematic top view: multiple small material rolls are guided in parallel on the conveyor system using the guide rail system for precise processing

Yes, with the Conveyor System from eurolaser, films can be processed directly from the roll. The material is automatically transported from the feeding unit to the processing table, precisely positioned and automatically fed onwards after cutting – ideal for continuous or serial production.

The Guide Rail System is also available for even greater productivity. This allows several narrow rolls to be fed in parallel and cut simultaneously. Each web is guided precisely, ensuring an efficient and reproducible process.

Further details on the Conveyor System

Films and adhesive tapes frequently used for laser cutting

Foam core adhesive tape, 3M VHB™ adhesive tapes, tesa® ACXplus, Orafol ORAJET, Neschen easyStyle, self-adhesive films, polycarbonate, polystyrene, polyester, polyurethane, polyamide, polyethylene, polypropylene

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