Metal laser cutting machines are specifically designed and optimized for cutting various types of metal. They typically use a focused laser beam to melt or vaporize metal, creating precise cuts.
While these machines themselves are not designed to cut non-metallic materials, some can be adapted or configured to cut certain non-metallic materials.
The ability of a metal laser cutting machine to cut non-metals depends on factors such as the type of laser used, the power of the laser, and the characteristics of the non-metal material. For example, CO2 lasers are commonly used to cut non-metals such as wood, acrylic, plastic, and fabric. Fiber lasers, typically used for metal cutting, may not be as effective when cutting non-metallic materials.
If you need to cut metals and non-metals, you may want to consider a specially designed multi-function laser cutter. CO2 laser cutting machines are known for their ability to cut a variety of materials, including metals and non-metals. The manufacturer or expert must be consulted to determine the compatibility of a specific laser cutter with the materials you intend to cut.