Omtech Laser Service near Brighton, Omtech 1000 x 600mm 100 watts – Paxton Access
A visit to our customer, Paxton Access Control Systems was requested as the customer was wishing to have their Omtech laser machine, kept in tip top condition and have it’s first annual service. The laser service was conducted by our expert service engineer ‘Gavin Edwards’.
Omtech 1000 x 600 100 watt
Upon arrival at Paxton Access Control Systems the Omtech laser machine was visually inspected. The machine looked to be in good condition.
The laser service was started by checking and cleaning all the mirrors and the main focusing lens within the nozzle assembly. The lens was found to have been re-installed upside down.
The laser nozzle was cleaned. The beam alignment was checked and was found to good.
The following items were carried out on the service of the laser machine without many issues: –
- Honey Comb Bed Inspection & Leveling
- Checked Electronics, Switches, Sensors and E-stop
- Safety Interlocks Inspection & Test
- Check overall machine function by Test Cutting Customer Materials
When inspecting the linear guide, it was found that there was a build up of grease on the bearing block. This was removed and the linear rails relubricated.
The laser power was tested at the exit aperture of the laser nozzle and shown to be 92.1w @74% 26mA power.
The extraction unit was connected, was a Purex 400i. There was a strong smell of acrylic coming from the rear exhaust of the extractor and on the front panel it was noted that both filter indicators were alarming saying that they were full. It was advised for the customer to change the filters, as the smell of acrylic from the exhaust indicates that the active carbon within the main filter had been depleted. The main filter was from 2024.
Any of the consumable items mentioned above, Lens, Mirrors, Laser tubes, Power supplies are all available and can be bought separately in our online shop.
If you would like further information on our professional Omtech Laser Service near Brighton capabilities or anywhere else in the country, or any other Laser Service requirement or Laser Application, please request a call back or, talk to one of our service engineering specialists by going to our contact page – link below.
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Frequently Asked Questions:
How do I improve Inconsistent Cutting Depth?
Verify that the laser head is correctly focused for the material’s thickness
Check for debris or dust on the mirrors and lenses.
Ensure that the cutting bed is level across the entire work area.
How do I stop the laser from cutting unevenly?
Inspect and clean the optical components (mirrors and lenses).
Check that the work bed is level; an uneven bed will affect cutting depth.
Ensure the material is flat and secured in place on the bed.
How to stop the laser head dragging on Material
Ensure that the material is flat and not bowed or warped.
Check the height adjustment of the laser head and set the correct z-axis distance.
Verify that the workpiece is secured properly on the bed.
