Laser welding machine: How to improve welding strength?

June 19, 2024

Laser welding is a high-precision welding method with advantages such as narrow weld, small heat-affected zone, and small welding

 

deformation. However, in practical applications, the improvement of welding strength has always been a problem faced by laser welding. To

 

make full use of the advantages of laser welding and improve welding strength, optimization is required from multiple aspects.


First of all, the selection of suitable laser welding materials is the key to improving welding strength. During laser welding, the welding material

 

is instantly heated by the high-temperature laser beam and cooled and solidified in a molten state. Therefore, the selection of welding

 

materials determine the microstructure and mechanical properties of the weld. Generally, alloy materials commonly used in welding projects

 

such as stainless steel, aluminum alloy, and titanium alloy can provide better welding strength.


Secondly, the reasonable selection of welding process parameters is an important factor in improving welding strength. The process

 

parameters of laser welding include power, speed, gap, and working distance. Appropriate power and speed can ensure the heat exchange

 

between the laser beam and the material, and avoid problems such as weld penetration caused by excessive heat input and incomplete weld

 

the wound was caused by too late. Appropriate gap and working distance can ensure that the liquid material during welding has enough time

 

to fill and diffuse, thereby enhancing the bonding strength of the weld.


Third, the preparation before welding emphasizes that weld preparation is the key to improving welding strength. Before welding, the weld joint

 

needs to be cleaned on the surface and ensure that there is no oil, rust, or impurities. At the same time, the appropriate welding method should

 

be selected according to the characteristics of the welding material, such as flat butt welding, laser fillet welding, and laser edge welding. The

 

fineness of these preparations will directly affect the stability and consistency of welding strength.


Post-welding treatment is also an important part of improving welding strength. After welding, the weld joint usually needs to be heat treated or

 

heat tempered to eliminate the stress and deformation generated during welding. In addition, the weld joint can also be cross-sectional

 

metallographically observed to evaluate welding quality and welding strength.


In short, improving the strength of laser welding requires comprehensive consideration of multiple factors. Only by working hard on selecting

 

suitable welding materials, optimizing welding process parameters, fine weld preparation, and reasonable post-processing can high-quality

 

welding effects be achieved.


Post-welding treatment is also an important part of improving welding strength. After welding, the weld joint usually needs to be heat treated or

 

heat tempered to eliminate the stress and deformation generated during welding. In addition, the weld joint can also be cross-sectionally

 

observed to evaluate welding quality and welding strength.


In short, improving the strength of laser welding requires comprehensive consideration of multiple factors. Only by selecting appropriate

 

welding materials, optimizing welding process parameters, fine weld preparation, and reasonable post-processing can high-quality welding

 

results be achieved.