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Those engaged in the processing and welding industry of power batteries, hardware thin plate accessories, automobiles, and home appliance accessories understand that the use of laser welding machines for metal welding processing has become very common, with even 80% of traditional welding equipment being replaced by lasers. So, if we want to purchase laser welding equipment, what technical performance or functions do we need to understand? How to negotiate the price of laser welding machines in the market, and whether we will be tricked? In fact, as long as we grasp the following key points, we can purchase satisfactory equipment regardless of the type of products the laser welding machine is used for.
1. Laser belongs to the conversion of electrical energy to optical energy, so the advantages of using laser welding technology are quite obvious. Among them, the most notable is its high welding efficiency, no need for secondary processing of the welding surface, strong firmness, no maintenance required for the equipment, low processing costs, and most importantly, it is relatively easy to use and has a wide range of applications. The trend of replacing traditional welding machines is obvious now and in the future, so users do not need to worry about whether laser welding equipment can weld your products.

2. Another important factor in purchasing a laser welding machine is to clarify the type of products you are welding, how to weld, and how fast the welding speed needs to be, as these will affect the price of the equipment you purchase. For example, if you are welding battery caps, tabs, power battery connection pieces, square battery sealing welds, explosion-proof valve welding, metal thin plate welding, etc., these all require matching equipment, especially for automated production lines, where the supporting system needs to be customized. It can be said that when you go to purchase a welding machine, it is basically a customized type, and what type you need requires the technical engineers of the laser welding machine manufacturer to design a solution for you.
3. The main components of current laser welding machines are basically the same, only the brands of the accessories are different. The main components include: laser, visual positioning, CCD camera, cooling machine, welding head, and galvanometer. If you want automated welding, then the automated production device is also a relatively expensive system. They account for a large portion of the equipment price. Here, if conditions permit, it is recommended that everyone directly purchase a welding machine with a pure fiber laser. Although the price is a bit higher, the cost performance is better for long-term use, of course, excluding special purposes.
4. You may hear about laser pulse width, frequency, beam quality, spot size, etc., when purchasing equipment. In fact, you don’t need to worry about these. Even if you don’t understand, you can just bring your samples to the manufacturer for direct sampling. The quality of the equipment is measured significantly by the sample effect. At the same time, you can consult the manufacturer about the power of the laser, which brand to use. Generally, laser equipment manufacturers cannot produce lasers themselves. Those who claim to produce lasers are mostly OEM or ODM products. Of course, their manufacturers need to provide after-sales technical and quality services. Currently, well-known domestic laser brands include Ruike, Chuangxin, and Liangpin. With the increasing competition in technology, more high-end laser manufacturers are emerging. Understanding laser brands mainly helps users better compare prices and understand product brand positioning.
5. How much power does a laser welding machine need? Some manufacturers directly suggest purchasing higher power, but high power will definitely be much more expensive. For example, if your product only requires 500W, but the manufacturer suggests 800W or 1000W, then the intermediate power will cost you extra. The key is that you may not be able to fully utilize the advantages of the equipment in production, which is indeed a waste of money. Therefore, it is necessary to start welding samples from low power. Generally, manufacturers will set a power range for you, which can only be determined after sampling. Some experienced manufacturers can determine the power requirements based on product materials and understanding of the process.
6. Now, to facilitate users' welding and reduce users' budget for purchasing, the handheld laser welding machine developed and produced by SHINHOP is particularly suitable for the needs of hardware industry users. For example, metal thin plates, generally stainless steel below 2.5MM can be welded, as its welding power is generally also 1000W. For larger power, fixed welding type equipment is required. Although the handheld laser welding machine is relatively convenient to use, its major weakness is that the power cannot be too high, with the normal limit being 1000W, while others are 800W and 500W.

Alright, through the above discussion, I will summarize for everyone. When purchasing a laser welding machine, you need to clarify the characteristics of your product materials, including material type, thickness, shape, process requirements, etc. Understand the equipment's laser brand, power, welding speed, how the welding device is designed and operates, after-sales warranty methods and scope, payment methods, and another important aspect is welding sampling. Sampling is essential, and I emphasize again, do not forget that without sampling, everything is just talk.
If you are not satisfied with the welding of your product, then bring your samples to SHINHOP laser welding machine manufacturer to challenge our equipment and let your products comply.
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