1. Cutting accuracy

-3D laser cutting machine: capable of achieving micrometer level accuracy, meeting the requirements of complex details and strict tolerances. It has high cutting accuracy, small incision width, small heat affected zone, and smooth incision.

-Traditional cutting methods: Stamping and die-cutting have high accuracy, but the accuracy decreases after the mold wears out; The CNC saw cutting surface is rough and requires subsequent polishing treatment; Plasma/flame cutting has low precision and rough cutting edges; The quality of manual punching and slotting is greatly affected by the level of operators.

2. Cutting efficiency

-3D laser cutting machine: By cutting multiple axes simultaneously, it reduces setup time and improves production efficiency. Fast cutting speed, high processing efficiency, 3-5 times faster than traditional processes.

-Traditional cutting methods: stamping and die-cutting have fast speed and are suitable for large-scale production, but the mold development cycle is long; The cutting speed of CNC sawing is slow; Plasma/flame cutting of thick metal plates is fast, but the cutting accuracy is low; The efficiency of manual punching and slotting is low.

3. Flexibility

-3D laser cutting machine: high flexibility, no need for customized molds, suitable for small batch and multi variety production. The processing path is controlled by the program, and if the processing object changes, only the program needs to be modified. Capable of completing complex cutting tasks in three-dimensional space, suitable for machining components of various shapes and sizes.

-Traditional cutting methods: stamping and die-cutting require high mold investment in the early stage, which is not suitable for multi variety and small batch production; Numerical control sawing has a wide range of material thickness adaptability, but the cutting surface is rough; Plasma/flame cutting is suitable for large-sized workpieces, but the cutting accuracy is low; Manual punching and slotting have strong flexibility, but the labor cost is high.

4. Environmental friendliness

-3D laser cutting machine: It has low energy consumption, does not produce smoke or harmful gases, and is an environmentally friendly and energy-saving cutting method. The minimal waste generated during the production process helps to reduce the production costs and environmental burden of enterprises.

-Traditional cutting methods: Traditional mechanical cutting methods have high energy consumption and produce a large amount of smoke and harmful gases. If these exhaust gases and waste materials are not handled properly, they will have a certain impact on the environment.

5. Material Applicability

-3D laser cutting machine: suitable for various materials such as metals, plastics, ceramics, etc., and can cut almost any metal and non-metal material.

-Traditional cutting methods such as stamping die cutting, CNC sawing, plasma/flame cutting, etc. are mainly suitable for metal materials and have certain limitations on the thickness and shape of the materials.

6. Subsequent processing requirements

-3D laser cutting machine: The cutting surface is flat and smooth, without burrs or slag, eliminating the need for secondary polishing and processing steps.

-Traditional cutting methods: Workpieces cut by traditional methods such as CNC sawing, plasma/flame cutting, etc. usually require subsequent polishing treatment.

7. Cost

-3D laser cutting machine: The initial investment cost is high, and the system integration complexity is high. But the long-term operating cost is low, there are no consumables, and with the development of technology and market competition, its cost-effectiveness gradually improves.

-Traditional cutting methods: stamping and die-cutting require high mold investment and maintenance costs in the early stages; The investment in CNC sawing equipment is relatively low, but the tool wear is fast and the consumption is high; Plasma/flame cutting equipment is flexible, but has low cutting accuracy and high subsequent processing costs; The cost of manual punching and slotting equipment is low, but the labor cost is high.

8. Security

-3D laser cutting machine: Laser cutting is a non-contact machining process that does not require mechanical processing force, does not deform, and does not have pollution problems such as noise, oil stains, and machining chips. But laser safety management requires high standards and corresponding protective measures need to be taken.

-Traditional cutting methods: Traditional mechanical cutting methods have mechanical processing forces that may cause deformation of the workpiece, as well as pollution problems such as noise, oil stains, and machining chips. There are many safety hazards and high labor intensity in manual drilling and slotting.