CO2 laser welding of polymers. (Polymer Topics: Joining of Plastics and Plastic Composites): An article from: Polymer Engineering and Science

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From the supplier: Carbon dioxide laser welding, when used in polymer processing, has the main advantage of deep penetration at fast speed and low laser power, without contact between heat source and parts being joined. There is also low critical fit up, small heat affected zone, polymer flexibility, and a distributed, as opposed to surface, heat source. Deeper welds require penetration instead of conduction. Adjusting translation speed is more recommendable than raising power, because the latter causes thermal decomposition and weld depletion. Gravity is proven to be insignificant, thus allowing 'out of position' weld geometries.

Citation Details
Title: CO2 laser welding of polymers. (Polymer Topics: Joining of Plastics and Plastic Composites)
Author: W.W. Duley
Publication:Polymer Engineering and Science (Refereed)
Date: May 15, 1992
Publisher: Society of Plastics Engineers, Inc.
Volume: v32 Issue: n9 Page: p582(4)

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