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Compact Fiber Laser Workstation for Welding,
Cutting and Drilling

The Multi-Axis Compact is a 4-axis laser system for processing a wide range of components, enclosures and fabrications. The compact platform can easily fit through a standard size door and is designed for machining parts that are smaller in size. The system can be optimized for specific applications and easily reconfigured for new processes. The Multi-Axis Compact can be supplied with any IPG fiber laser and beam delivery system to maximize productivity and reduce operating costs.

Overview

Overview Features Specifications Resources Options Software

Compact Laser System Optimized for
High-Speed Processing

Powered by any IPG high-brightness laser, the Multi-Axis Compact can be optimized for the shortest cycle times for your application.

Choice of CW (continuous wave), QCW (quasi-continuous wave) and pulsed laser sources
IPG Applications Labs confirm the system configuration with part processing tests
250 × 250 × 200 working volume in a small-footprint workstation
X-Y-Z and optional rotary axes with synchronized motion control
Simple user interface – integrated control of motion systems and laser parameters with G & M code programming
Optional vision systems – automated part alignment and compensation to maximize part yield and productivity

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Professional-grade Workstation in a
Compact Package

Granite table and support structure for process accuracy and stability
Automatic vertically opening door – speeds part loading and minimizes space requirements
Laser-safe viewing windows
Swing-arm mounted control console with monitor and keyboard
CDRH Class 1 safe laser system for use in any production environment without special operator precautions

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Compact Laser System with Small Footprint

Only 800 mm (31.5 in) wide, fits through standard doors and requires only 1.0 m² (10.8 ft²) of floorspace
Front door operates automatically for fast part loading and opens vertically to keep footprint small
Lasers up to 1500 W mount inside the workstation and do not extend the system footprint
Lasers up to 700 W are air cooled and do not need additional chiller

Wobble Welding Head

Wobble welding heads are the ultimate tool to weld a multitude of different material types and thicknesses. The wobbling technique helps users overcome common welding problems related to gaps between work pieces, as well as materials prone to cracking and porosity.

Increase quality on difficult to weld materials
Accommodate parts with greater tolerance
Increase tool flexibility with effective variable spot size
Increase part yield and increase profitability

Configurable Motion System to Minimize Costs

With a selection of stage systems, customers purchase the exact capabilities for their specific applications:

X-Y stages 250 × 250 mm
Z Stage Optional – manual and automatic options
Rotary Stage options for A or C axes (servo gear driven or high-precision direct drive alternatives)

LDD Real-Time Weld Quality Monitoring

Confirm quality of welded parts with real-time measurements:

Verification of part alignment and fit before processing
Real-time weld penetration depth and surface profile measurements and verification against preset limits
Fully integrated parameter feedback and conditional logic for onward part processing or disposition

For critical parts, verify process compliance and prevent further investment in non-conforming parts with 100% part measurement.

Fully Integrated System Control

Simplified system operation and optimized laser processing control from a single user interface:

Full coordination of all motion axes
Laser parameter changes can be linked to the motion system, with real-time changing of base laser output settings
Process head programming and automatic system responses to process variations
Optional integration of barcode, RFID and part verification functions with factory MES controllers

Granite Base for Precision and Stability

The Multi-Axis Compact has a natural granite base for the long-term stability required for high-precision laser processing.

Precision ground to high tolerances
Provides vibration dampening and structure stiffness
Large thermal mass and low coefficient of thermal expansion
Naturally stress-relieved structure

Internally Mounted Lasers, W	CW: Up to 1500 QCW: 150/1500, 300/3000, 450/4500
External Lasers, W	YLS lasers up to 6000
Beam Delivery [Cutting]	IPG FLC Compact Cutting Head Includes Off-axis Viewing System
Beam Delivery [Welding]	IPG FLW-D30 Welding Head Includes Co-axial Vision & Single Process Gas Support FLW Wobble Module (Optional)
Work Envelope, X:Y:Z, mm, in	250 × 250 × 200 10 × 10 × 8
X-Y-Stage Travel	X: 250 mm, 10 in, Y: 250 mm, 10 in Accuracy: ±24 μm (1.0 mils); Repeatability: ±3 μm (0.12 mils); Velocity: 100 mm/sec (236 in/min)
X-Y Stage [Linear Motor Option]	Accuracy: ±12 μm (0.5 mils); Repeatability: ±2 μm (0.08 mils); Velocity: 1 m/sec (2360 in/min)
Z-Stage Travel	Z: 200 mm (8 in) Accuracy; ±24 μm (1.0 mils); Repeatability: ±3 μm (0.12 mils); Velocity: 100 mm/sec (236 in/min)
Tooling	Aluminum T-slot Table
Rotation Stage Options (X-axis): Direct Drive	Travel: 360° Continuous; Speed: 600 rpm max; Accuracy ±10 arc-sec Repeatability ±4 arc-sec; Integral, Pneumatic ER25 Collet Chuck Manual 3-Jaw Chuck, 5C Collet, Other Options Available
Controls/ Interface	Industrial Motion Controller, Full Look-ahead Contouring Capability Laser Power Proportional to Velocity, Windows-based CNC Interface G/M-code Programming
Process Gas	Cutting: Computer Controlled Pressure Regulator Solenoid Valve for Two Process Gases Welding: Manually Adjustable Pressure Regulator Solenoid Valve and Flow Switch for One Process; 2^nd Process Gas Optional
Exhaust	4 in Blast Gate with Exhaust Plenum for Optional Welding Table
Safety	CDRH Class 1 Laser System (Complies with 21 CFR Chapter 1, Subchapter J)
Dimensions, (L × W × H) mm, in	1240 × 840 × 2240 49 × 33 × 88

**IPG’s Laser Processing Workcell can be custom configured to include additional rotary axes & part handling capabilities. Please consult IPG for custom laser machining solutions.

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Rotary Stage, A or
C axes, Direct Drive

High-precision, high-speed rotary stage with continuous motion synchronized to X-Y-Z axes

Servo-driven rotary stage
Brushless direct drive.
Travel +/- 360° continuous
Rotation speed: 600 rpm max
Accuracy: 10 arc-sec
Bi-directional repeatability: 4 arc-sec
Pneumatic ER25 Collet Chuck
Includes an additional axis of motion control

Rotary Stage, A or C axes, Gear Drive

Rotary stage with continuous motion synchronized to X-Y-Z axes

Servo gear/belt-driven rotary stage
Travel +/- 360° continuous
Rotation speed: 30 rpm max
Accuracy: +/- 180 arc-sec
Bi-directional repeatability: +/- 45 arc-sec
5C Collet, 3 Jaw Chuck
Includes an additional axis of motion control

Rotary Stage, B axis, Gear Drive

Rotary stage with continuous motion

Servo gear/belt-driven rotary stage
Travel +/- 90° continuous
Rotation speed: 30 rpm max
Accuracy: +/- 180 arc-sec
Bi-directional repeatability: +/- 45 arc-sec
Includes an additional axis of motion control

Coaxial Viewing Package

Camera system aligned with laser beam axis.

Coaxial viewing system is integrated into laser head to provide live feedback on part positioning
Package includes software with crosshair generator to display video feed

Power Meter

Laser power meter with stage-mounted detector for periodic verification of power on target. Useful for verifying performance of process head optics and coverslide.

Multi-Axis Workstation Software

The Multi-Axis family of workstations are high-accuracy platforms designed to take advantage of the high beam quality found in IPG’s fiber lasers. Systems can be configured using any IPG laser, with laser processing heads available for welding, cutting and scanning applications. System options can include both basic and smart vision packages, along with part identification and process verification hardware.

The Multi-Axis software integrates control of the laser, motion systems and all system components to provide easy programming of the tool using G/M code commands that are familiar to CNC machine programmers.

HMI (Human Machine Interface)

The software that runs the Multi-Axis Workstations is a customized application called HMI (Human Machine Interface) that runs as a Microsoft Windows® 7 application. It is preloaded and tested at the IPG factory and resides in the workstation’s hard drive.

The HMI program consists of four primary regions:

System Status Indicators – Providing a constant overview of the machine status, regardless of function selected
Function Selection Bar – Providing primary selection of module operation
Function Control Interface – Allows intuitive set up of configuration and operating parameters
Manual Control Bar – Enabling manual operation of the systems global functions

Three Password-Protected Levels of System Control: Engineer, Maintenance and Operator.

User screens enable the Engineer, acting as system administrator, to easily set permission levels for each HMI screen for each level of operator and set corresponding passwords.

The system can operate in manual or programmed mode, and has functions to enable Dry-Run (execution of the full program but with the laser not turned on) and Optional Stop – that will allow a pause in the processing cycle for part inspection and other uses.

Used in combination with standard G-code programming, these capabilities provide the user with a comprehensive, easy-to-use programming and operator interface.

Compact Fiber Laser Workstation for Welding,
Cutting and Drilling

Compact Laser System Optimized for
High-Speed Processing

Optimize performance and minimize the cost for the highest-quality laser part processing in a small footprint

Professional-grade Workstation in a
Compact Package