Laser-flame composite cutting machine is a device that uses both laser and flame energy to cut materials. It combines the high precision of laser cutting with the high power of flame cutting and is mainly used for cutting thick carbon steel plates.
The laser-flame hybrid cutting machine represents a novel technology designed specifically for cutting thick plates. It utilizes a high-brightness fiber laser beam, which is transmitted to the surface of the workpiece—following transformation by a unique optical system—and combined with oxygen and other combustible gases. Through the synergistic action of the high-intensity laser beam and the combustion of the fuel gas, a vigorous exothermic reaction is triggered within the metal. This process significantly elevates the temperature of the molten metal and its oxides within the kerf, while simultaneously drastically reducing their viscosity, thereby enabling the highly efficient and high-quality cutting of thick metal plates.
Flame cutting is suitable for thick carbon steel but has low precision, slow speed, and obvious heat deformation. Laser cutting, however, boasts high precision, fast speed, minimal heat impact, and wide material compatibility. It eliminates secondary processing, reduces labor costs, and adapts to diverse production needs—far more efficient and cost-effective than flame cutting for modern manufacturing.
A 4000W flame can cut 200mm thick carbon steel, eliminating the need for a 60,000W high-power laser; solving problems such as inconsistent thick plate movement, poor cross-section, and inability to cut small contours.
The purchase cost of laser-flame composite equipment is only 1/3 to 1/4 of high-power laser equipment; electricity costs are reduced by nearly 90%, and consumables are minimal.
Speed-through drilling in seconds, high precision, no reliance on experienced operators, capable of cutting small holes/irregularly shaped parts, and supports interrupted cutting and resumed operation.
One-button ignition, automatic edge finding, automatic parameter matching from an expert database, and direct software control of the gas path make it easy for even new beginners to operate and produce stable results.
This Dowell Laser-frame Composite Cutting Machine integrates laser and flame cutting to cover full-thickness carbon steel processing. It delivers high precision, stable operation and powerful thick plate cutting capability. With intelligent CNC control, simple operation and low running cost, it breaks the limitations of single cutting methods to maximize your production efficiency and overall benefits.
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Core Technical Specifications
Basic Configuration
Equipment Model
DW13032
Laser Rated Power
4000W Specialized Fiber Laser for Composite Cutting
Focusing Focal Length
400mm (Auto-focus)
Number of Linked Axes
3-Axis Linkage
Operation Display
23.6-inch Touchscreen LCD
Processing Capabilities
Max. Piercing/Cutting Thickness (Carbon Steel)
140mm (Pre-piercing)
Max. Edge Cutting Thickness (Carbon Steel)
200mm
Processing Graphic Range
Any Planar Graphic
Max. Straight-Cut Dimensions (L*W)
16m*6m (Customizable/Expandable)
Travel Parameters
X-Axis Effective Travel
13000mm
Y-Axis Effective Travel
3200mm
Z-Axis Effective Travel
≥350mm
Accuracy Specifications
X-Axis Positioning Accuracy
≤±0.1mm/10m
Y-Axis Positioning Accuracy
≤±0.05mm
X-Axis Repeatability
≤±0.05mm/5m
Y-Axis Repeatability
≤±0.03mm
Minimum Resolution
0.001mm
Motion Performance
Dynamic Response Acceleration
0.4G
Max. Positioning Speed (X/Y Axes)
40m/min
Max. Linked Positioning Speed (X/Y Axes)
55m/min
Power Supply Parameters
Power Supply System
3-Phase, 5-Wire System
Rated Operating Voltage
380V±5%，502Hz
Total Installed Capacity
≥30KW
Overall Power Protection Rating
IP54
Not sure which cutting method to choose? For high precision, clean edges, fast speed and wide material compatibility, laser cutting is the most cost-effective solution. If you focus on thick carbon steel, flame cutting works. For fast rough cutting, choose plasma. For cold cutting without heat impact, waterjet is an option. For overall efficiency, quality and long-term value, laser cutting is your best investment.
Comparison Items
Laser-Flame Composite Cutting Machine
200A Plasma Cutting Machine
Traditional Flame Cutting Machine
60,000W Laser Cutting Machine
Waterjet Cutting Machine
Product
Outlooks
Core Functions
Laser Cutting, Laser-Flame Composite Cutting, Flame Cutting
Plasma Cutting
Flame Cutting
Laser Cutting
Waterjet Cutting
Compatible Materials
Carbon steel (Compatible with various flat metals)
Carbon steel, stainless steel
Carbon steel
Carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum alloy
Carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum alloy
Maximum cutting thickness for carbon steel
200mm
35mm
300mm
40mm
100mm
100mm carbon steel cutting speed
300mm/min
Unable to cut
220mm/min
Unable to cut
30mm/min
100mm carbon steel piercing time
5~6s
Unable to pierce
70~120s
15s
60~120s
Machine tool positioning accuracy
±0.03mm/m
±0.1mm/m
±0.1mm/m
±0.03mm/m
±0.05mm/m
Error ≤ 0.4mm
Unable to cut
Error ≤ 1mm
Error ≤ 1.5mm
Error ≤ 3.5mm
Cross-sectional smoothness Ra
6.3~25um
No glossiness
Smooth and even surface
≥25um
6.3~12.5um
Minimum cutting hole diameter
30% of plate thickness
60% of plate thickness
Greater than the plate thickness
30% of plate thickness
≥0.8mm
Hourly power consumption
20kw
45kw
15kw
320kw
30kw
Operational ependency
Low: Expert database automatically matches parameters
Medium: Depends on human operational experience
High: Heavily dependent on manual operational expertise
Low: Simple operation
Low: Simple operation
Secondary processing required
None, one-time forming
Requires grinding and machining
Requires secondary milling
None
None
The laser-flame combo cuts 30mm+ thick plates with 80–90% less electricity than high-power laser alone. It has ~50% lower hourly consumable cost, lower gas use than pure laser, and longer laser optics life. One machine handles thin (laser, high-quality) and thick (flame, low-cost) plates, saving total production cost.
Equipment Type
Hourly Power Consumption
Reference Hourly Electricity Cost (at 1 RMB per kWh)
Reference Cost of Core Consumables
Laser-Flame Hybrid Cutting Machine
20KW
20Yuan
Extremely low; involves only minor wear on cutting nozzles, while lens consumables are negligible
200A Plasma Cutting Machine
45KW
45Yuan
Over 100,000 RMB (electrodes, cutting nozzles, gaskets, etc.)
Traditional Flame Cutting Machine
15KW
15Yuan
Low; involves only the consumption of cutting nozzles
60 KW Laser Cutting Machine
320KW
320Yuan
High; requires frequent replacement of nozzles, ceramic components, and lenses
Abrasive Waterjet Cutting Machine
30KW
30Yuan
High; involves continuous, heavy consumption of abrasive materials
This table details the cutting speed comparison of different cutting methods for carbon steel of various thicknesses. It clearly shows the advantages of laser-flame combined cutting in efficiency, which is more cost-effective and efficient than single laser or single flame cutting, helping you choose the most suitable cutting method for your production needs.
Plate Thickness (mm)
Laser-Flame Hybrid Cutting (mm/min)
60 KW Laser Cutting (mm/min)
40 KW Laser Cutting (mm/min)
Traditional Flame Cutting (mm/min)
20
550
1500
1500
400
30
550
1200
1200
350
50
550
900
800
350
70
500
500
150
250
80
350
400
150
230
100
300
350
Cannot Cut
200
120
260
Cannot Cut
Cannot Cut
180
160
180
Cannot Cut
Cannot Cut
150
It providing high-quality pre-treatment for subsequent welding processes; this reduces secondary machining requirements and directly enhances overall manufacturing precision and structural strength.
It ensures precise bevel forming, smooth edges, and perfect fit for subsequent welding, enhancing your production efficiency and product quality.
The laser cutter effectively separates cutting zones and optimizes chip removal, ensuring smoother cutting, less heat accumulation, and higher processing stability for both thin and thick materials.
It quickly triggers protective responses when foreign objects are detected, greatly improving operational safety and protecting both operators and equipment during daily production.
The laser-flame combined cutting machine integrates dual cutting processes in one system. It supports fast switching between laser and flame modes, enabling high-precision thin- and medium-plate cutting and ultra-thick plate cutting. It features high-efficiency perforation, stable cutting quality, low operating cost, and strong material adaptability. It also includes intelligent control, simplified operation, and a reliable safety protection system, effectively solving the contradiction between efficiency, quality, and cost in thick plate processing.
Supports linear/circular interpolation and automatic kerf compensation, improving workpiece cutting yield and dimensional accuracy.
It can mark and label directly on the board after laser treatment, adapting to the requirements of the entire production process management.
Customizable laser drilling parameters optimize drilling quality in thick plates and significantly shorten drilling time.
The handle integrates a dedicated ignition button; the software automatically controls the laser/flame's on/off state, eliminating the need for manual ignition of the flintlock pistol.
Supports resuming processing after interruption during the cutting process, adapting to complex workpieces and unexpected scenarios, and reducing material waste.
We provide lifetime free on-site updates to the process library and guidance for system software iteration upgrades.
The handle integrates a dedicated ignition button; the software automatically controls the laser/flame's on/off state, eliminating the need for manual ignition of the flintlock pistol.
Supports simple drawing and batch typesetting, compatible with DXF, G-code, and other formats, and can be integrated with third-party nesting software such as Lant.
The acceleration and deceleration characteristics of the random bed are matched in real time with the laser power curve to ensure cutting quality at special locations such as corners and sharp angles.
This system adjusts the cutting head height in real time via a sensing loop and control system, raising the nozzle height to 10mm. This significantly reduces high-temperature interference and ensures stable, continuous cutting of thick plates.
The main oxygen, auxiliary oxygen, and propane gas circuits are directly controlled by software via proportional valves/solenoid valves, eliminating the need for manual pressure adjustment and ensuring stable gas output.
Built-in expert process database with 20+ years of cutting experience. Inputting material and thickness automatically matches optimal cutting parameters. Supports user-defined and stored processes, eliminating reliance on manual experience.
Check the standard cutting performance parameters of our laser-flame combined cutter. It integrates high-precision laser cutting and high-efficiency flame cutting, covering full-thickness carbon steel processing. Stable cutting speed, strong penetration capacity and low operating cost fully meet diversified heavy-duty production demands.
Carbon Steel Thickness (mm)
Cutting Gas
Cutting Speed Range (m/min)
Standard Piercing Time
20
Oxygen + Propane / Acetylene / Gas
0.55-0.60
1s
25
Oxygen + Propane / Acetylene / Gas
0.50-0.55
1s
30
Oxygen + Propane / Acetylene / Gas
0.50-0.80
1s
40
Oxygen + Propane / Acetylene / Gas
0.35-0.50
1.5s
50
Oxygen + Propane / Acetylene / Gas
0.35-0.50
1.5s
60
Oxygen + Propane / Acetylene / Gas
0.35-0.60
2s
70
Oxygen + Propane / Acetylene / Gas
0.30-0.45
2s
80
Oxygen + Propane / Acetylene / Gas
0.30-0.45
4s~5s
100
Oxygen + Propane / Acetylene / Gas
0.25-0.35
5s~6s
120
Oxygen + Propane / Acetylene / Gas
0.20-0.30
10s
130
Oxygen + Propane / Acetylene / Gas
0.20-0.30
14s
140
Oxygen + Propane / Acetylene / Gas
0.15-0.20
18s
160
Oxygen + Propane / Acetylene / Gas
0.10-0.18
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200
Oxygen + Propane / Acetylene / Gas
0.10-0.15
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