-Focusing video
Properly adjusting the focus before laser engraving is crucial to ensuring the quality of the engraving. Here are the detailed steps to adjust the focus:
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Prepare the Focusing Post:
- The focusing post is a tool to assist in adjusting the laser focus, which usually has multiple scale steps, each corresponding to a different height.
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Place the Focusing Post:
- Place the focusing post between the surface of the engraving object and the machine’s adjustment block, ensuring that the focusing post is stable and perpendicular to the worktable.
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Adjust the Z-Axis Lift Module:
- Operate the Z-axis lift module, which is typically done through the machine’s control panel or software interface.
- Slowly adjust the Z-axis until the laser head descends and makes contact with the first step of the focusing post.
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Precise Focusing:
- When the laser head makes contact with the first step of the focusing post, stop further descent.
- At this point, the laser focus should be exactly on the surface of the engraving object.
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Conduct a Test:
- Before starting the actual engraving, it is recommended to do a test to ensure the accuracy of the focus.
- Observe the size and clarity of the laser spot on the object’s surface, and make minor adjustments to the Z-axis position if necessary.
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Safe Operation:
- Throughout the adjustment process, ensure to follow all safety guidelines and wear appropriate protective equipment, such as laser safety goggles.
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Determine Material Thickness:
- Before starting the cutting, first determine the specific thickness of the engraving object.
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Select the Appropriate Focus Height:
- According to the thickness of the material, select the appropriate focus height. The focus height needs to be set in the middle of the material’s stratum.
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Use a Fixed Focus Block for Assistance:
- Use a fixed focus block as an auxiliary tool, which usually has different scales or steps corresponding to different focus heights.
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Specific Steps:
- For material that is 4mm thick, set the focus on the second step marking of the fixed focus block.
- For material that is 8mm thick, set the focus on the third step marking of the fixed focus block.
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Adjust the Z-Axis Lift Module:
- By rotating the Z-axis lift module, adjust the height of the laser head to align with the corresponding marking on the fixed focus block.
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Check Focus Position:
- After adjustment, check whether the laser focus is accurately located in the middle of the material’s stratum.
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Conduct a Test Cut:
- Before the formal cutting, it is recommended to do a test cut to verify whether the focus setting is correct.
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Safe Operation:
- Throughout the entire adjustment process, ensure to follow all safety operation procedures and wear laser safety goggles and other appropriate personal protective equipment.