Hi
I would like to ask people on this forum who have hands on experience and knowledge about 6 axis metal laser cutting / welding robot systems.
Let me quickly explain what I would like to learn / understand completely. As everyone here is aware of the pricing for the robots system, I have to say, I haven't ever looked into this until I stumbled upon this few days ago:
https://www.alibaba.com/product-detail….6615c159oX9zV6
After I saw this, I start wondering if this system which is "nearly" complete can actually do the same job as a standalone 5-6 axis metal laser cutter like TRUMPF TruLaser 7040... Price of this machine from TRUMPF is around £500,000 GBP, which is aprox 4-5 times more than robotic arm system...
WHAT I NEED IT FOR:
SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD designed parts from 2mm thick sheet metal Structural Steel and aircraft grade AL.
System which I'm looking for should be able to do following:
1. cutting area at least 1500mm x 2000mm for sheets
2. strength of laser around 1000-2000W - to be able to cut at least 4mm thick AL and all steels...
3. to have an interface for CAM /CAD for input of the parts that needs to be cut
4. precision used in 3D CAD design that is needed -> 0.1mm
What I'm trying to find out is:
1. List of all parts I need to have complete setup (laser, laser head, 6 axis arm, chiller,bed,...)
2. Prices (aprox.) for complete sets vs buying individual parts and making "custom" setup
I'm aware of the fact that there is no closed chamber normally for these robots. That brings me to other question in regards to closing this robot off while its cutting and other question is in regards to feeding the sheets of metal to it.
These 2 parts are present with the "normal" 5-6 axis metal laser cutters (closed off and automatic exchange platform).
I'm not looking to make some mass production of parts, these are custom cases with attention to detail rather than "fighting with lower price"...
There will be also CNC bending machine and surface treatment equipment (powder coat, airbrush,...) within the same production place, the goal is to be able to make everything in house...
That's it I think. Simply put, I just want to understand if I can make this work for the purpose mentioned above.
Thank you all for help and explanation