Prima Power Laserdyne will demonstrate and discuss the latest in laser processing solutions at IMTS 2014. These include the LASERDYNE 430BD (shown in the booth); LASERDYNE 795 and the newest generation of BeamDirector; as well as the impact of fiber lasers on precision laser processing and the increasingly challenging requirement for precision beam positioning in three dimensions.
LASERDYNE 430 Series
The LASERDYNE 430 Series of systems is designed for precision cutting, welding and drilling of 2D and 3D component parts. It offers a suite of standard options and multiple configurations from 3 to 6 axes for processing parts in various market segments requiring manufacturing flexibility, rapid prototyping and quick changeovers.
The 430 Series of precision laser systems is now available with up to 20 kW QCW (quasi continuous wave) fiber lasers. This addition expands the capability and flexibility of the system for precision cutting, welding and drilling applications.
This laser system can be integrated with LASERDYNE'S BeamDirector, as demonstrated at IMTS. It features advanced motion and process control capabilities in a space efficient platform when coupled with a fiber laser. The 430 BeamDirector is capable of drilling advanced shaped holes, cutting and welding a range of materials.
The third generation BeamDirector features LASERDYNE's exclusive contouring head that provides C (rotary) axis motion of 900°, and D (tilt) axis motion of 300°. This positioning capability of a BeamDirector with a rotary table provides a 6-axis system enabling new manufacturing processes while improving existing ones, according to the company.
Additional features include: Automatic Focus Control, patented Optical Focus Control (OFC), ShapeSoft and BreakThrough Detection.
The LASERDYNE 430 BeamDirector operates at speeds up to 0-20 m/min (0-800 inch/min) in all linear axes with bidirectional accuracy of 12.7 micrometer (0.0005"). According to the company, this accuracy is throughout the system's 585 x 408 x 508 mm work envelope, making it ideal for demanding processing requiring validation and reliability.
LASERDYNE Model 795
The LASERDYNE 795 system is designed to cut, weld and drill medium to large volume 3D components with a minimum of set-ups. Its moving beam motion system includes a full complement of LASERDYNE hardware and software features. According to the company, it is the first and only standard multi-axis laser system guaranteeing volumetric accuracy within this large volume.
The 795 is designed for flexibility of motion and tight tolerances in applications including hole drilling in combustion liners; hydroformed exhaust and heat shield components; nozzle guide vanes and blades; trimming of stamped and spun parts; and producing shaped holes for land-based and aero turbine components.
With higher velocity and acceleration, the third generation BeamDirector, called BD3Y, has the exclusive LASERDYNE contouring head design with C (rotary) axis travel of 900°, and D (tilt) axis travel of 300°. New features for improved accuracy and repeatability include: higher assist gas pressures, high resolution optical encoders, an adjustable mirror design for easy and accurate beam alignment, and cassette mounted lens and cover slides for quick, accurate changeover.
Like the LASERDYNE 430, the system also includes the LASERDYNE S94P control, which includes a full complement of standard hardware and software features. Additional features include: Automatic Focus Control, patented Optical Focus Control (OFC), Drill At Focus, Hole Diameter Compensation, ShapeSoft and Breakthrough Detection.
Accuracy of the new 795 system is certified to ISO 230-1:1996 and 230-2:2006 in accordance with Prima Power Laserdyne standard accuracy and repeatability test procedures. The BD3Y BeamDirector laser contouring head has a five-year warranty for crash related incidents.
For more information contact:
Prima Power Laserdyne
8600 109th Ave. North, #400
Champlin, MN 55316
763-433-3700
lds.sales@primapower.com
www.primapower.com
IMTS 2014 Booth E-5139