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Laser cutting
Laser cutting machines perform blanking, profile cutting and contour machining of metal sheets and tubes. This technical reference covers positioning, product lines, core components, functions, intelligent capabilities and typical specifications.
1. Positioning and capability
A focused high-energy laser beam cuts metal without contact. Typical materials include carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminium, copper and galvanized sheet, tubes and coils. Five-axis machines also trim and pierce formed three-dimensional parts.
Main advantages
• No tooling wear; drawing changes enable rapid prototyping and small batches.
• Narrow kerf and small heat-affected zone can reduce secondary processing.
• High positioning and repeatability support consistent batch dimensions.
• Automated loading and unloading can form continuous production lines.
2. Product line reference: Bodor
This section uses Bodor equipment as a technical example. Its range includes sheet cutters, tube cutters, welding/bending equipment, automation and digital platforms. The following ranges describe sheet cutting systems.
Sheet cutting systems
| Series | Positioning | Features |
|---|---|---|
| Dream | Flagship | Exchange table for high-volume work |
| SC | High speed | Enclosed exchange table |
| X / X Pro | AI high speed | Cast iron bed and AI capabilities |
| L / H / G | Large format | Large and extra-large sheets |
| P | Professional | Exchange table |
| C / B | Classic | Exchange table |
| A / AH | Classic | Single platform |
| i | Classic | Small format |
| EA / EC | Economy | Entry single/exchange platform |
| Rocut | Coil cutting | Integrated coil cutting |
| Space | 3D five-axis | 270° head rotation for complex surfaces |
| CT / AT | Sheet and tube | Sheet and tube in one machine |
Tube cutting systems
| Series | Positioning | Features |
|---|---|---|
| K | Classic | Standard tube cutting |
| M | Flagship | Four chucks, simultaneous loading/cutting/unloading; zero tailing; equal maximum round diameter and square side length |
| T / Q | Performance | Efficiency and flexible configuration |
| Future | New | Two-chuck tube cutter |
The M series adds edge-crossing protection with follow sensing and path avoidance, a third-generation mortise-and-tenon welded bed with 25% higher structural strength, and optional camera/AI weld-seam recognition for avoidance during cutting.
3. Welding and bending
HiCut and Air / Pro / Aqu handheld laser welding machines support welding and repair. Bending machines complement the cutting workflow.
4. Automation and digital platforms
Fully automatic options include iTower, iTransTower, iTrans, T-Trans, M-Trans and K-Trans. Semi-automatic options include iLoader, iLoader Neo, T-Loader, M-Loader, K-Loader and K-Loader Pro. These combine loading, cutting and unloading. BodorPlus supports industrial IoT interaction, BodorMES production management and BodorHUB data acquisition.
3. Core components and warranty
Bodor identifies three proprietary components with a five-year manufacturer warranty: BodorPower laser source, BodorThinker operating system and BodorGenius cutting head. Integrated development shortens parameter matching, tuning and fault diagnosis.
4. Core functions
Eight functions address material savings, time savings, stability and safety.
Core functions
| Function | Technology | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Remnant nesting | Scan and visually identify remaining sheets | Reported utilization above 95% |
| Edge protection | Follow sensing and avoidance algorithm | Reduces head collision risk |
| Gas pressure control | Real-time detection and closed-loop regulation | Consistent cutting quality |
| Seam recognition | Camera/system recognition | Optional weld-seam avoidance |
| Mineral casting protection | Burn-resistant bed structure | Easy slag removal and long service life |
| Automatic nozzles | Selected by material and thickness | 99.99% fastening success; ±0.02 mm; 5× manual efficiency (manufacturer data) |
| Fast edge finding | Visual edge/focus; second-generation dual 20 MP cameras | Approx. 0.5 s; 90% efficiency and 30% positioning improvement (manufacturer data) |
| 3-step calibration | 0.04 mm accuracy | Less time and waste |
5. AI and intelligent capabilities
The X series is described as an L2 AI cutting machine: AICutter parameter adjustment; 24/7 AI troubleshooting; Xiaobang industry assistant for product and service knowledge; panoramic AI vision with BodorNest remnant nesting, achieving reported material utilization above 95%; servo-driven zoned dust extraction that follows the cutting path; 43 safety features including enclosure, visual collision monitoring and dual-circuit emergency stop.
6. Typical X3 / X3 Pro specifications
The values below are manufacturer laboratory data.
Typical machine specifications
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Working area | 3048 × 1524 mm |
| Maximum simultaneous speed | 200 m/min |
| Maximum acceleration | 4.0 G |
| Positioning accuracy | ±0.03 mm/m |
| Repeatability | ±0.02 mm |
| Laser options | 3 / 6 / 12 / 20 / 30 / 40 / 60 kW |
| Machine bed | Second-generation integral cast iron; approx. 10 t; 300 MPa tensile strength |
| Bed performance | 100% higher rigidity; 90% less vibration; deformation <0.05 mm/m² |
| Drive system | HRC62 hardened rails/racks; 5.5 kW servo; 35 mm guide; 1 arcmin reducer |
| Efficiency comparison | Manufacturer reports X +15%, X Pro +25% vs. comparable products |
Laser power generally correlates with cut thickness, but there is no universal power/thickness chart. Confirm capability using manufacturer process tables and sample trials.