Laser milling of titanium is a specialized process that combines the benefits of laser technology with the unique properties of titanium. Traditional milling techniques, while effective, encounter challenges with titanium due to its hardness, heat resistance, and reactivity with cutting tools. Laser milling offers a solution to these issues, providing precise, non-contact processing with several distinct advantages.
Laser milling can achieve intricate designs and small, precise features that are difficult with conventional methods. The laser beam removes material in highly controlled layers, allowing complex patterns to be created on titanium surfaces.
Advanced laser milling setups can focus energy to create localized heating that removes material but avoids extensive heat spread. This minimizes thermal distortion and preserves the integrity of the titanium.
Advanced laser milling setups can focus energy to create localized heating that removes material but avoids extensive heat spread. This minimizes thermal distortion and preserves the integrity of the titanium.
Laser milling is ideal for thin-walled or complex titanium parts where traditional machining might cause bending or deformation. The flexibility of laser technology means it can be programmed to handle diverse shapes without risking structural damage.