Automated Laser Textile Cutting
for clothing, sports gear, industrial use
Cutting the textile is a necessary process for making clothing, garment accessories, sports equipment, insulation materials, etc.
Increasing efficiency and reducing costs like labor, time, and energy consumption are most manufacturers' concerns.
We know you are looking for higher-performance textile cutting tools.
CNC textile cutting machines like CNC knife cutter and CNC textile laser cutter are favored due to their higher automation.
But for higher cutting quality,
Laser Textile Cutting is superior to other textile cutting tools.
Considering various requirements from manufacturers, designers, and start-ups,
we have been developing more advanced technology in textile laser cutting machines.
Let's dive in and find out more.
Table of Contents
Laser textile cutting plays a significant role in garments, fashion, functional equipment, insulation materials, and more industries.
CO2 laser cutting machines are the industry standard for textile cutting due to their precision, speed, and versatility.
These machines offer high-quality cuts on a wide range of fabrics like cotton, Cordura, nylon, silk, etc.
Below, we introduce some standard textile laser cutting machines, highlighting their structure, features, and applications.
![laser textile cutting from MimoWork Laser Cutting Machine](https://www.mimowork.com/uploads/laser-textile-cutting-03.jpg)
• Recommended Textile Laser Cutters
• Benefits from Laser Textile Cutting
High Automation:
Features like automatic feeding systems and conveyor belts enhance productivity and reduce manual labor.
High Precision:
CO2 laser has a fine laser spot that can reach 0.3mm in diameter, bringing a thin and precise kerf with the help of a digital control system
Fast Speed:
Excellent cutting effect avoids the post-trimming and other processes. The cutting speed is fast thanks to the powerful laser beam and agile structure.
Versatility:
Capable of cutting various textile materials, including synthetic and natural fabrics.
Customization:
Machines can be tailored with additional options like dual laser heads and camera positioning for specialized needs.
1. Clothing and Apparel
Laser cutting allows for precision and creativity in garment production.
Examples: Dresses, suits, T-shirts, and intricate lace designs.
![laser cutting machine for textile garment](https://www.mimowork.com/uploads/laser-cutting-machine-for-textile-garment.jpg)
2. Fashion Accessories
Ideal for creating detailed and custom accessory pieces.
Examples: Scarves, belts, hats, and handbags.
![laser cutting textile accessories](https://www.mimowork.com/uploads/laser-cutting-textile-accessories.jpg)
3. Home Textiles
Enhances the design and functionality of household fabrics.
Examples: Curtains, bed linens, upholstery, and tablecloths.
4. Technical Textiles
Used for specialized textiles with specific technical requirements.
Examples: Medical textiles, automotive interiors, and filtration fabrics.
5. Sportswear & Activewear
Ensures precision and performance in sports and active clothing.
Examples: Jerseys, yoga pants, swimwear, and cycling gear.
6. Decorative Arts
Perfect for creating unique and artistic textile pieces.
Examples: Wall hangings, fabric art, and decorative panels.
Technology Innovation
1. Higher Cutting Efficiency: Multiple Laser Cutting Heads
To meet higher yield production and higher cutting speed,
MimoWork developed multiple laser cutting heads (2/4/6/8 laser cutting heads).
The laser heads can work simultaneously, or run independently.
Check out the video to find out how the multiple laser heads work.
Video: Four Heads Laser Cutting Brushed Fabric
Pro Tip:
According to your patterns shapes and numbers, choose different numbers and positions of laser heads.
For example, if you have the same and small graphic in a row, selecting a gantry with 2 or 4 laser heads is wise.
Like the video about laser cutting plush below.
2. Ink-jet Marking & Cutting on One Machine
We know many fabrics to be cut will go through the sewing process.
For fabric pieces requiring sewing marks or product series numbers,
you need to mark and cut on the fabric.
The Ink-Jet Laser Cutter satisfies the two requirements.
Video: Ink-jet Marking & Laser Cutting for textile and leather
Besides, we have the marker pen as another option.
The two realize the marking on the cloth before and after laser cutting.
Different ink or marker pen colors are optional.
Suitable Materials: Polyester, Polypropylenes, TPU, Acrylic and almost all Synthetic Fabrics.
3. Saving Time: Collecting while Cutting
The textile laser cutter with an extension table is an innovation in saving time.
An extra extension table provides a collection area for safer collecting.
During laser cutting textiles, you can collect the finished pieces.
Less time, and bigger profit!
Video: Upgrade Fabric Cutting with Extension Table Laser Cutter
4. Cutting Sublimation Fabric: Camera Laser Cutter
For sublimation fabrics like sportswear, skiwear, teardrop flags and banners,
the standard laser cutter is not enough to realize precise cutting.
You need the camera laser cutter (also called contour laser cutter).
Its camera can recognize the pattern position and direct the laser head to cut along the contour.
Video: Camera Laser Cutting Sublimation Skiwear
Video: CCD Camera Laser Cutting Pillowcase
The camera is the eye of the textile laser cutting machine.
We have three recognition software for the camera laser cutter.
• CCD Camera Recognition System
They are suitable for different fabrics and accessories.
Have no idea of how to choose, inquire us for laser advice >
The auto-nesting software is designed to maximize the utilization of the materials like fabric or leather.
The nesting process will be finished automatically after you import the cutting file.
Taking reducing waste as a principle, the auto-nest software adjusts the spacing, direction, and numbers of graphics into an optimal nesting.
We made a video tutorial about how to use the nest software to improve laser cutting.
Check it out.
Video: How to Use Auto Nesting Software for Laser Cutter
6. Higher Efficiency: Laser Cut Multiple Layers
Yes! You can laser cut Lucite.
The laser is powerful and with a fine laser beam, can cut through the Lucite into a wide range of shapes and designs.
Among many laser sources, we recommend you use the CO2 Laser Cutter for Lucite cutting.
CO2 laser cutting Lucite is like laser cutting acrylic, producing an excellent cutting effect with a smooth edge and clean surface.
Video: 3 Layers Fabric Laser Cutting Machine
7. Cutting Ultra-long Textile: 10 Meters Laser Cutter
For common fabrics like clothing, accessories, and filter cloth, the standard laser cutter is enough.
But for large formats of textiles like sofa covers, aviation carpets, outdoor advertising, and sailing,
you need an ultra-long laser cutter.
We have designed a 10-meter laser cutter for a client in the outdoor advertising field.
Check out the video to have a look.
Video: Ultra-long Laser Cutting Machine (Cut 10-Meter Fabric)
Besides, we offer the Contour Laser Cutter 320 with a width of 3200mm and a length of 1400mm.
That can contour cutting large format of sublimation banners and teardrop flags.
If you have other special textile sizes, please contact us,
our laser expert will evaluate your requirements and customize a suitable laser machine for you.
8. Other Laser Innovation Solution
By using an HD camera or digital scanner,
MimoPROTOTYPE automatically recognizes the outlines and sewing darts of each material piece
Finally automatically generates the design files that you can import into your CAD software directly.
By the laser layout projector software, the overhead projector can cast the shadow of the vector files in a ratio of 1:1 on the working table of the laser cutters.
In this way, one can adjust the placement of the material to achieve a precise cutting effect.
CO2 laser machines may generate lingering gases, pungent odor, and airborne residues when cutting some materials.
An effective laser fume extractor can help one puzzle out the bothersome dust and fumes while minimizing disruption to production.
Learn more about the laser textile cutting machine
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Post time: Jul-16-2024