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OverviewI P G Ph o to n i c s’ L a ser C ubeLeader in InnovationIPG Photonics is the world leader in high power fiberlasers and amplifiers. Founded in 1990, IPG pioneered thedevelopment and commercialization of optical fiber-based lasersfor use in a wide range of venues such as materials processing,medical, scientific and other advanced applications. Fiber lasershave revolutionized the industry by delivering superiorperformance, reliability and usability at a lower cost of ownershipcompared with conventional lasers, allowing end users to increaseproductivity and decrease operating costs. IPG is headquarteredin Oxford, MA with additional facilities throughout the world.IPG Photonics World Headquarters, Oxford MA, USASystem OverviewIPG’s LaserCube flat bed cutter isoptimized for cutting small parts. Using high-forcelinear motors built on a granite stage, it has thestability and acceleration needed for high-speedprecision machining. Utilizing IPG’s fiber lasers andcutting head technology, the LaserCube isinherently reliable with low operating andpart-processing costs.The LaserCube is the ideal cutting tool formetals, including mild steel, stainless steel, aluminum, copper, brass and exotic alloys. Being right-sized forsmaller parts, prototypes and smaller production runs, the LaserCube provides the most cost-effective capacityaddition and lowest cost of ownership of any professional laser cutter.Page 2

Wide Range of Metals & ThicknessesI P G Ph o to n i c s’ L a ser C ubeSystem VersatilityThe LaserCube is truly a general-purposelaser cutting system: high-velocity stages andhigh CW power lasers provide the fast cutting ofcarbon steel parts and reflective metals such ascopper, brass and aluminum.System Control is the key to flexibility. Storedprocess parameters allow precise setting andautomatic adjustment of laser power based on changes in cutting head velocity for complex contoured parts. The system hascomputerized control of two process gasses, with automatic monitoring of cutting head conditions.With many alloys or higher-value metals only available in smaller-size sheets, the 48 inch (1225 mm) cutting bed of the LaserCubeis optimally sized for economic material processing. Available in many different power configurations, you can buy exactly thepower you need.LaserCube Service & SupportAs the world leader in fiber lasers, IPG Photonics is your idealpartner to provide service and support for your precision laser cutting system.IPG has over 100 field service engineers, specializing in servicing industriallasers and laser systems used in 24x7 manufacturing. North Americanapplications and field service offices are located in Oxford, MA, Santa Clara,CA and Novi, MI. IPG’s Field Service Team is comprised of experienced andhighly-skilled engineers, supported by a global infrastructure including partswarehousing, applications scientists and the design and manufacturing teamsthat build the products.IPG understands the rigors of today’s manufacturing line and can provide customer support 24/7 depending on your needs. In additionto warranty coverage, IPG offers support packages ranging from on-demand and hourly paid service to scheduled preventivemaintenance and guaranteed response times. Whatever your service preference, IPG has an option that will meet your needs.Page 3

Benefits of Fiber LasersI P G Ph o to n i c s’ L a ser C ubeBenefits of Fiber LasersNo Need for Laser GassesAdjustment & Maintenance EliminatedSmaller Spot Size for Finer CuttingBetter Cutting Efficiency 37% Wall-plug EfficiencyFiber lasers are entirely solid state, with no mechanical cavity resonators ormirrors and no adjustable or replaceable parts within the laser. Light isoutputted along a flexible optical fiber pipe that is plugged directly into thelaser cutting head, eliminating the need for optics and adjustments in thebeam delivery path.With an emission wavelength of 1 micron, fiber lasers’ efficiency in cuttingmetals is better than CO2 alternatives, allowing for faster cutting of parts or the option of using a lower power laser. Typical estimatesshow an IPG fiber laser cutting 1 mm thick steel approximately 3.5 times faster than an equivalently powered CO2 system.IPG’s fiber lasers offer the highest wall-plug efficiency of any commercial laser. Not only is less electricity consumed in the cutting ofparts, but the cooling to remove unwanted heat is also proportionally reduced, decreasing the size of the electrical service needed tosupport the cutting tool installation. Achieving over 37% wall-plug power efficiency, combined with improved material couplingcharacteristics, IPG lasers typically use 70% less electrical energy than traditional CO2 alternatives in metal cutting applications.IPG’s Diode Burn-in FacilityEach laser diode is tested for a minimum of 1,000 hours with an elevatedtemperature and current before being certified for inclusion in the laser.Complete lasers are further tested for an additional 100 hours to ensure maximum reliability in the field.Page 4

Fiber Laser SelectionCho i c e o f F i ber L a ser Powe rThe LaserCube is offered with lasersranging in power from 500 W to4000 W. By offering such a broad range of options,IPG enables users to buy exactly the cuttingsolution they need.For thinner materials, the YLR-500 provides goodcutting performance in a small package that isintegrated within the workcell, reducing overallsystem footprint. The laser is air-cooled,eliminating the need for a chiller and furtherreducing electrical supply demands.Higher power YLS-series lasers are mounted externally to the workstation. They are water-cooled and housed in a NEMA 12,air-conditioned and sealed cabinet, providing additional protection for harsh environments.IPG YLS lasers are modular, with output of several fiber laser modules combined into a single output fiber. In the unlikely event of amodule failure, the remaining modules will immediately compensate for the loss by maintaining the output power and allowing partcutting to continue without interruption.Each laser is equipped with a 50 micronoutput fiber and can be used over a dynamicoperating range from 10% to full power withno change in beam divergence or beamprofile throughout the entire range. Thisallows a single laser to be utilized for bothhigh and low power applications, ideal forprocessing different thicknesses of metal.Page 5

OverviewI P G Ph o to n i c s’ L a ser C ubeFLC-30 Cutting HeadSystem Enclosure CDRH Class 1 Laser System Safety Interlocked Front Door with Laser-safe Viewing Windows Lightweight for High-speed Part Processing Maintenance-free Fiber Feed to Head Integrated Height Sensor Computer Control of Two Process Gas Supplies Manual or Automatic Door Options Access Panels on Sides of Workcell for Easy AccessMotion System Granite-based Stage for Stability High Force Direct Drive Linear Motors Position Encoder Resolution 1.0 µm Stages Sealed and Air-purged toMinimize Contamination 48 x 48 inch (1225 x 1225 mm) Cutting Area Motorized Z-axis Travel 75 mmUser Interface Intuitive HMI for Machine Control Multiple Screens for ProgrammingAll Process Parameters G/M-code Programming (Optional) CAD/CAM Software (Optional)Page 6

Why IPG’s LaserCube?Fast Cutting for Small PartsHigh-force Linear Drives andLow-mass HeadIPG’s Fiber ReliabilityNo Laser MaintenanceNo Mirrors to Clean or AlignLow Operating CostsLow Facilities CostsSome Models Don’t Require ChillersSize MattersRequires only 62 square feet ofFloor SpaceAffordableThe Right-sized Machinefor Your PartsExpanded CapabilitiesCut Brass and Copperwith Great ResultsSingle Point Service & SupportLaser and WorkstationDesigned, Built and Supported by IPGWorkcell Compact Footprint Minimizes Floor Space Rear Pass-through Door Option Light Tower Status Indicator (Optional)Position your Businessfor Growth with IPGPage 7

Laser Enable/Disable key. System programming is in GͲcode and MͲcode, with functions for setting laser power proportional to cutting speed and full lookͲahead contouring capability. Cutting HeadsI P G Ph o to n i c s’ FL C - 30 C utting Hea dLaserCube is compatible with customers’ existing CAD/CAM software packages with the adoption of toolͲspecific post process parameters. IPG also offers a variety of CAD/CAM software options; contact IPG for details. Lightweight2.95 kg as shownCutting Head Standard Features IPG has designed the FLC-30 specifically forTypical CAD/CAM Input File Formats metal cutting applications. Takingadvantage of the IPGfiber delivery, it has an extremelytoAI low weightGerber Pro/Engineer minimize moving mass when cutting small parts at highAutodesk IGES SolidEdge speed. Rated for laser power up to 10 kW and having anDWG Inventor SolidWorks integrated height sensor, the FLC-30 head is compatibleDXF across the LaserCube productrange.EPS Most CAD/CAM packages have compatibility with typical 2ͲD and 3ͲD DualLocking Connectoravailable withHLC-8 or LCA bayonetCAD formats, PDF and BMP files. NC Code STEP PDF etc . Within the cutting head, a user-replacable cover slide issituated between the cutting nozzle and the focusingCAM packages typically provide repair of data to remove any gaps and overlaps and output cutting files in standard GͲM Code. LaserCube additionally provides programmability of laser power, pressure control of cutting assist gas and an editable materials and laser parameter database. InterchangeableIPG Collimator with integrated aperature/ coolinglens and provides protection for the lens against anyCutting of multiple parts can be programmed by indexing a debris. An integrated sensormonitors the condition ofunitͲpart program within the LaserCube software for simple Ethernet connectionrectangular parts or more commonly using optional nesting the cover slide and providesa notification when asoftware available from CAD/CAM software vendors or IPG. contamination threshold is exceeded. Cover slideThe fine cutting beam and precision of the LaserCube stage replacement is a simple procedurethat requires nosystem allows small beam radii to be specified, enabling maximum usage and minimum wastage of source material. tools or alignment and is completedin a few seconds.for electronics With options for coaxial viewing, process monitoring and enhanced vision with image recognition forautomated operation, the FLC-30 is designed by IPG toprovide the best possible deliveryof the fiber laser light to the cutting surface.Nesting picture courtesy of CAMͲService GmbH1 X, Y, Z adjustmentof focus lensX, Y, Z manual ormotorized piercingversion for ZEasy to replacecover slideNozzle holder assemblyMonitoring of cover slidewith height sensor tomaintain constant distancepresence & contaminationWide range of cutting nozzlesPage 8