Laser cutting film

Q: Which films can you laser cut?

The laser machine demonstrates its advantages when cutting plastic films made of polycarbonate, polyester, PET or polyimide: These are cut quickly and without burrs.

Q: What are laser-cut films used for?

The areas of application for laser-cut films range from the automotive industry to protective films (for smartphones or displays) to design films.

Q: How does the laser cutting of films work?

The controlled melting of the plastic ensures clean cut edges without any contamination. Laser machines are particularly good at processing multi-layer films: Multiple layers such as carrier, adhesive and cover film can be laser cut in just one work process. Depending on the layer structure and the film thickness, up to 10 layers can be cut in a composite.

Q: Why am I faster with a laser cutter than with a cutting plotter?

The Trotec laser systems have precisely coordinated axis drives and innovative control technology. These allow a guaranteed exact and fast laser cut of the material. Compared to cutting plotters, there is no material resistance when using a laser machine. Therefore, laser processing is also faster. Another benefit: The laser beam doesn’t need to be lifted or rotated like a knife. Trotec laser machines make use of this speed and accuracy advantage with very fine geometries.

How you can use a laser machine to cut films.

The laser beam enables the controlled melting of plastic films and ensures clear and perfectly-sealed cut edges. You can use the laser machine to precisely cut the smallest radii and produce simple geometries extremely quickly. With laser cutting, the mechanical stress on the films is bypassed, because the entire process is contactless. In contrast to machining with a punch press or knife, no colour splinters from the film during laser cutting. Applications such as membrane keyboards, dashboards, front foils or seals can be produced cost-effectively, with high quality and precision.

The advantages of a laser cutting machine: Faster than a cutting plotter, more precise than cutting dies and more economical for small series of up to 1,000 pieces.

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Which films are suitable for laser cutting and laser engraving?

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TroLase Foil
PES – Polyester
PC – Polycarbonate
PET – Polyethylene terephthalate
PI - Polyimide

Why a laser machine is the right tool for processing films. A comparison of technologies.

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Which laser machine do you need to cut films.

Large-format laser cutting machine: SP Series

The SP Series laser cutters are the comprehensive solution for cutting large-format materials. Fast and reliable laser cutting for signage and display, furniture and interior design or films and foil cutting.

High-performance laser engraver and cutter: Speedy series

The fastest laser engraver on the market helps you make your daily work more profitable. Whether you are just starting your business or want to increase your production capacity.

Which film we recommend for laser processing.

TroLase Foil is a thin, two-layer, flexible material with a micro-coating on an acrylic core and is specially designed for processing with the CO2 laser. It has a self-adhesive backing and is UV-stable, making it suitable for a wide range of applications.

FAQs

Which films can you laser cut?

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What are laser-cut films used for?

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How does the laser cutting of films work?

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Why am I faster with a laser cutter than with a cutting plotter?

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What does it take to laser cut film successfully?
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