Laser cutting nozzle for a laser machining unit and method for operating such a laser machining unit
US12017303B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 15, 2022 |
| Grant date | Jun 25, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 14, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB23K26/1476
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A laser cutting nozzle for a laser machining unit is described, the nozzle including a passage for the laser beam and cutting gas. The passage extends between a nozzle inlet and a nozzle mouth along a passage longitudinal axis. The passage comprises a convergence portion and a divergence portion. In the entire divergence portion, the wall of the passage forms an angle of inclination relative to the passage longitudinal axis of at most 5°. In addition, the length of the divergence portion is less than 5 times the diameter of the constriction.
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