Mazak Optonics Releases High Power Flat Sheet Laser, OPTIPLEX HP
Mazak Optonics Corp. has introduced a new machine model in the OPTIPLEX 2D laser-cutting product line, OPTIPLEX HP.
OPTIPLEX HP is available in 30kW and 20kW power level plus 4220 and 3015 machine size options.
Optimized for thick plate cutting, HP integrates high power with the accessible design of Mazak’s flagship flat sheet laser, the OPTIPLEX NEO. Large doors on the front and side of the machine minimize work area restrictions by offering complete access to the cutting table for easy loading and unloading of material. The rotating CNC display provides flexibility to work at the front or side of the machine.
Proprietary cutting head technology featured on HP is designed for high-power cutting durability and functionality. A new cutting process, defined as GrandCut, utilizes optimal heating temperatures while cutting to improve part quality and provide continuous, high-quality machining of thick mild steel materials.
New nozzle technology required for GrandCut operations allow increased focal range and programmable spot size to facilitate thick plate cutting beyond the traditional threshold of 25mm (1.00”), expanding the cutting range to 50mm (2.00”) and beyond while minimizing processing defects. In addition to the expanded range of thick plate cutting with oxygen as an assist gas, HP offers increased cutting speeds with the use of both high pressure air and gas mixing technology which is programmable on demand by means of Mazak’s powerful SmoothLx control featured on the OPTIPLEX 2D laser-cutting product line.
Mazak’s OPTIPLEX HP is equipped with several intelligent functions, including Automatic Nozzle Changer and Nozzle Centering Camera. The Automatic Nozzle Changer command performs nozzle replacement by automatically selecting the appropriate nozzle for each laser-cutting job while prioritizing reduced assist gas consumption. The Nozzle Centering Camera function provides visibility of nozzle location while manual adjustments are made on the torch. Intelligent setup, monitoring, and cutting functions available on the HP machine support optimal laser-cutting performance.
For more information about Mazak Optonics’ lineup of laser-cutting machines and automation systems, visit mazakoptonics.com or call 847.252.4500.
About Mazak Optonics Corporation
Mazak Optonics Corporation is a major supplier of laser-cutting systems, offering 50 laser models and leading the industry in the implementation of emerging laser technologies. The company’s 50,000 sq. ft. North American Headquarters are located in Elgin, Illinois, and feature a 30,000 sq. ft. laser technology center housing up to 18 machines for demonstrations and training. Mazak Optonics is part of Yamazaki Mazak Corporation (Oguchi, Japan), the global leader for the manufacture of machine tools and systems for the precision machining of metal parts, including CNC turning centers, horizontal and vertical machining centers, Multi-Tasking machining centers, turnkey cells and software solutions. The North American Headquarters for Yamazaki Mazak are located in Florence, Kentucky. For more information on Mazak Optonics’ products and solutions, visit https://www.mazak.com/moc-en/, email sales@mazaklaser.com or call 847.252.4500.