3D-Applications

For complex workpiece geometries, 5-axes equipment or robots are used. Robot applications are mainly equipped with fibre optical coupled lasers, which allow much freedom of movement. In robot systems where CO₂ lasers are used, the laser is usually co-guided by the robot. These cutting systems are often integral parts of entire finishing lines, like body-in-white, where high demands are placed upon design as regards interference resistance, maintenance and handling.

Here Precitec offers a selection of different cutting heads, all of which enable adaptable and optimized laser operation. Distance control is taken over by an integrated linear Z drive - this means that the robot can retain its programmed path, even if workpiece tolerances occur. Precitec's distance control is a self-contained control loop and is independent of the robot control system. It communicates with the primary controller using an I/O signal or field bus.