eurolaser has now had a closer look at this material. The material was tested in the in-house application laboratory with regard to the properties during laser machining.
Benefits of the cutting of LUMEX® with CO₂ lasers:
- LUMEX® A as well as LUMEX® G can be processed with eurolaser systems
- No forces acting on the material - thus no damage
- No chipping waste - thus no cleaning required around the machine
- Perfectly accurate laser cutting, in particular for printed materials, thanks to an optical detection system
- No tool wear, cutting quality that is always consistent
The machining tests in the eurolaser application laboratory showed that LUMEX ® can be cut without any problems with our CO2 laser systems. The materials were tested with a thickness of 3 mm. Due to the thermal cutting process, the cut edges are slightly milky and there are very small burrs. The precision of the laser and the automated machining, in particular for printed boards, enable you to create efficient cuts that are true to contour.
A detailed report of the laser cutting test of LUMEX ® is available on request.
More information about the tested material can be found here.
Where is LUMEX ® used?
Typical applications for LUMEX ® A are elastic poster sleeves, signs, elements for cooled foodstuff storage, protective glazing for machines and printed, translucent signs.
LUMEX ® G is a material for thermoformed covers for machines, vacuum formed shelves for storage and production, medical devices and products for the POS / POP.
Properties of LUMEX®:
- Fire classification “flame retardant”
- Suited to direct contact with foodstuff
- Good impact resistance
- Good printability with UV-resistant ink
eurolaser tested the suitability for laser cutting of the following 3A materials:
LUMEX® A 0,5mm
Suitability for laser cutting: suitable
LUMEX® A 5mm
Laserschneidfähigkeit: geeignet
LUMEX® G 0,5mm
Suitability for laser cutting: suitable
LUMEX® G 5mm
Suitability for laser cutting: suitable
Do you have any questions? We are pleased to advise you.
