Laser Plotter

An insight into Cutting machines


July 31, 2015

XY Laser Plotter Drawing Robot

XY laser plotter drawing robots are used primarily to make highly accurate, computer drawings. These drawings are then used within the manufacturing industry as a scale illustration on which to work from.

Laser plotters allow for fast drawings to be made. Working with a plotter such as this is more efficient than traditional manual methods. There are many drawing programs which can be used in tandem with the machine, all of which make the drawing process efficient and simple. These drawings can then be reproduced for industry use.

XY laser plotters are operated as a robot that works on an X and Y axis. This robot is able to draw imagery as the arm moves vertically and horizontally.

XY laser plotters commonly feature:

  • Aluminium extrusion parts
  • Dual-way transmission mechanism
  • Pen rising mechanisms
  • Super easy-use stepper motor drivers

 

XY plotters can be developed into laser engraver machines through modification of the hardware.