What materials are not suitable for laser processing?
Due to their composition, some materials are not suitable for laser cutting or engraving. Its processing can generate harmful gases or dust, either for the operators or for the machine. Some of these materials are:
● Leather and artificial leather with chrome (VI)
● Carbon fibers
● Polyvinyl chloride (PVC)
● Polyvinyl butyral (PVB)
● Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE / Teflon)
● Beryllium oxide
● Materials that contain halogen gases (fluorine, chlorine, bromine, iodine and astate), epoxy or phenolic resins.
You need to pay special attention to the following materials or those that may contain:
● Manganese
● Chrome
● Nickel
● Cobalt
● Copper
● Lead
● PVC