Advanced technology improves the operating experience and saves the time and labor cost. In the die-making industry, rotary machines are widely used in making corrugated paper dies. Mechanically, rotary die has much higher efficiency than flatbed die, which is the reason that most corrugated paper factories choose them. In the market, there are two kinds of rotary machines, rotary laser machines and CNC rotary routers. We do need to think twice before purchase.
CNC Rotary Router
CNC Rotary Die Board Milling Cutting Machine use milling knives to cut the kerf of rotary die boards. With stable body structure design, flexible working function, professional CNC control system, the cutting efficiency and quality has more advantages over traditional cutting method. Our YTR8 CNC rotary router can cut 0.6-1.0meter plywood in one minute, which is a fast cutting speed with great kerf quality. Our machine major components are from very famous industrial suppliers. The servomotor are from the world-renowned Swiss brand – ABB, and the CHINT relay is the best in China.
Rotary Laser Machine
Rotary laser cutting machine use high energy laser to burn the kerf of die boards. With dedicated control system and the adjustment of optical system, laser can cut various width slots in rotary die boards, even in complicated and irregular designs. Similarly, our YT83 rotary laser cutting machine choose the best suppliers in the industry. In detail, the servo motors are from Yaskawa, which is a Japanese high-precision servo motor brand. And we use Germany Power Automation(PA) laser cutting software and ABB electrical controlling system. You can contact us for the detail major components suppliers list.
Key Comparisons: Laser vs. CNC Router
Efficiency and Precision
Mechanically, high energy concentrated laser cutting speed is much faster than the milling knife. Our YTR8 CNC rotary router has 36-60m/h cutting speed, while YT83 rotary laser cutting machine has 120-140m/h speed. So the laser machine is three or four times faster, which is suitable for large cutting tasks. Moreover, the YT83 has precision up to 0.01mm, which can cover the most kerf design. While the YTR8 has about 0.05 precision, which is enough for corrugated paper cutting.
Maintenance Cost and Energy Consumption
Our YTR8 CNC rotary router has extremely low maintenance cost, clients only need to replace the milling knife when it gets dull. Remarkably, it only cost only consumes 2 kWh (kilowatt-hours) of electricity per hour, which is much better than industrial average.
On the other hand, our YT83 rotary laser cutting machine don’t need to replace the laser head. Due to our original anti-crash system, the laser head will never collide with die board or anything else. Also, The intelligent control system can realize intelligent standby and intelligent ventilation, which can save gas consumption. One standard bottle Helium gas can be used for 300 hours. Besides, new design of ball screw steep in oil all the lifetime. Make sure of the long life time use of ball screw and linear guide. Usually only need to add oil every three years.
Automation and Consistency
The CNC rotary router can fully automatic drilling to cut the installation hole, to complete the rotary die-cutting process in a single step. High-rigidity machine bed with an annealed finish to ensure long-term accuracy and stability. Also fully enclosed design isolates dust and prevents contamination.
Back to the rotary laser machine, combination of PA system and Hiwin linear and guide, our machine can independently control X, Y, Z axis. Besides, Cutting path always displays on the panel screen, it helps the worker to observe the whole cutting progress. With optional cast iron working table, whole machine can weight total 5 tons, which is very strong and stable, make sure long time high precision cutting. Also, new smoke pipe and new design of smoke suction structure ensure durable long time usage and no smoke cutting environment. For optical lens protection, we use three steps air filtration system included air compressor, air dryer and air source processor.
Conclusion: Which Machine Fits Your Factory Best?
CNC rotary router offers lower power consumption and reduced operating costs, only the milling cutter requires replacement, with no need for costly auxiliary gases. It also eliminates carbonization, improving the steel rule’s holding ability and contributing to a more environmentally friendly production process. So if you are a start up factory, a CNC rotary router will give you a fast return on investment. Low maintenance and electricity cost will never let you regret. However, if you want the highest efficiency or you already have a flatbed laser machine, a rotary laser machine might be a good choice. Because they can share with one laser generator, you don’t need to buy another expensive one.
No matter which machine you purchased, our after sale service will never let you down. English-speaking engineer is available for installation and training and we have 15 English speaking technicians provide 7*16 online service. Also, the Online machine inspection contains a complete testing process, a complete training process, an edited graphic documents, audiovisual documents and dedicated assistance staff help. With our customer-orientated service support, maintenance and repair costs will be kept low. Contact us and our knowledgeable customer service team will help you make the right decision.
