For Laser Shops: Oxidation Retaliation

摘要

The mere mention of "scale" is enough to elicit shudders or at least a collective groan among those in the fabricating industry. That's because they must grapple with this pest-the oxide layer formed during the laser cutting process and the resultant quality issues-each day. Compounding this issue is more stringent requirements dictated by large OEMs. In an effort to prevent field paint failures, OEMs can no longer accept parts with the oxide buildup. A mechanical means of removal such as hand buffing or grit blasting is commonly practiced. However, these time-consuming and often labor-intensive processes can represent a substantial expense, and they can also introduce inconsistencies.