Which cutting technology is suitable for woodworking?
The spectrum in woodworking ranges from classic applications such as timber construction, furniture production or interior design (floor/wall/ceiling) to the manufacture of toys or model making. In all of these applications, wood is not only separated by cutting: Precise molded parts and inlays are produced, wooden products are personalized or printed components are cut out.
In the woodworking sector, solid wood, plywood or fiberboard and veneers are most often used.
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Advantages of laser cutting in woodworking
When cutting wood, you can choose between sawing, milling, or laser cutting technologies. As a contactless, digital process, laser cutting has the following advantages.
- No tool wear
- Little material loss due to the small kerf width
- The finest details can be realized as there is no force acting on the material
- Combination with laser engraving, redyeing, or deep engraving
- Combination of Print&Cut applications
- No chips, high-cutting speed
A topic that is often discussed in the laser processing of wood is the discoloration of the cut edge. The results vary depending on the type of wood and material thickness.
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