A laser welding pipe making machine is used in various industrial processes. The weld is made by creating a slot in the material. The molten material rushes into the slot as the tube passes the laser. This process is a little tricky because if the material is welded too fast, it might resolidify. To avoid this problem, welders use a slower laser welding speed. The laser beam must be of high power in order to weld the tube properly.

In the past, some stainless steel pipe makers resorted to CO2 laser welding. However, with a growing number of applications using fiber lasers, laser welding has become a popular choice for tube and pipe applications. One benefit of fiber lasers is that they do not require helium. Helium is becoming more expensive, and its availability is a limited resource. Because of this, fiber lasers are a good option for most industries.

While laser welding can provide the highest quality results, it is not suitable for all types of stainless steel tubes. While conventional processes can produce good results for some materials and wall thicknesses, laser welding provides the best overall result. When deciding to buy a pipe making machine, consider a range of factors. The capital costs, operating and maintenance costs, floor space, operator training time, and process familiarity will all influence your decision.

After purchasing the machine, it's important to set up the laser system on a solid concrete pad. The weld portion of the mill must be mounted on the same concrete pad as the laser resonator. For maximum efficiency, the weld portion of the machine must be stable. The mirrors should be kept clean to avoid the risk of thermal expansion. Moreover, the mirrors must be in good condition and free of rust or corrosion.

A laser welding pipe making machine requires a single concrete pad to set up the machine. The laser resonator and the weld portion of the mill should be installed on the same surface to ensure that the beams are in perfect alignment. When using a portable machine, it is important to keep the mirrors clean. For maximum efficiency, the mirrors must be clean and aligned correctly. There are several factors that may affect the alignment of mirrors.

A laser welding pipe making machine should be used when the weld seam is not uniform and a reworked machine needs to be made. A reworked laser welding machine is not as safe as a laser welding machine. The beam of the laser welding machine can cause damage to the material that it is welding. A malfunctioning laser can damage the material. You must ensure that the reworked pipe is of a higher quality than the initial product.