How to Maintain JUGAO Laser Cutting Fume Extraction System

Table of Contents

• Core Composition of JUGAO Laser Cutting Fume Extraction Equipment

• Filter Elements & Purification Absorbers

• Ventilation Pipes & Air Duct Layout

• Exhaust Blowers & Air Circulation Fans

• Standardized Step-by-Step Maintenance Guide

￮ Step 1: Power Cutoff & Safety Preparations

￮ Step 2: Filter Cleaning or Complete Replacement

￮ Step 3: Comprehensive Air Duct Inspection & Clearance

￮ Step 4: Troubleshoot and Service Exhaust Blowers

￮ Step 5: Test Air Flow Volume & Static Pressure Values

￮ Step 6: Formulate Fixed Cycle Maintenance Plans

• Long-Term Stable Operation Optimization Suggestions

• Frequently Asked Questions

￮ What is the reasonable cycle for cleaning filter elements of JUGAO laser fume extractors?

￮ Will neglected fume extraction equipment damage laser cutting processing effects?

￮ Typical abnormal manifestations of faulty exhaust equipment

• Summary

Regular maintenance of the JUGAO laser cutting fume extraction system is the core guarantee for stable cutting precision and safe production workshops. Once the extraction pipeline is blocked, air volume declines or daily maintenance is ignored, smoke, harmful volatile gas and metal dust will accumulate around the cutting worktable. This not only damages the laser cutting machine itself but also pollutes the whole operating space. This paper sorts out standardized maintenance operation steps exclusive to JUGAO fume extraction equipment. Strictly following these maintenance rules can prolong the service life of your JUGAO laser auxiliary equipment, purify workshop air environment, keep laser cutting running at peak efficiency, and meanwhile cut down unexpected shutdown losses and expensive overhaul costs.

Core Composition of JUGAO Laser Cutting Fume Extraction Equipment

Filter Elements & Purification Absorbers

Filter components intercept smoke, fine dust and metal particulate waste generated during laser cutting processing. Regular inspection and cleaning of these core purification parts can avoid pipeline blockage and sustain stable air circulation efficiency of the whole set of equipment.

Ventilation Pipes & Air Duct Layout

The entire air duct set undertakes the task of guiding harmful smoke away from the laser cutting processing zone. Operators need to check pipelines regularly to eliminate hidden dangers such as internal blockage, air leakage and pipeline corrosion, so as to guarantee unobstructed smoke extraction and safe production.

Exhaust Blowers & Air Circulation Fans

Blowers and fans provide power for the whole fume extraction system to circulate air. Daily inspection is required to confirm the fan runs smoothly without unbalance, sufficient lubrication and no foreign matter jamming, so as to maintain lasting stable smoke extraction capacity and extend equipment service cycle.

Standardized Step-by-Step Maintenance Guide

Step 1: Power Cutoff & Safety Preparations

Before launching any maintenance work, fully shut down the power supply of both JUGAO laser cutting machine and supporting fume extraction equipment. Implement standard lockout and tag-out safety operation specifications to prevent accidental equipment startup and create a secure maintenance environment.

Step 2: Filter Cleaning or Complete Replacement

Take out the filter components inside the fume extractor, and conduct decontamination work in accordance with the official operation manual of JUGAO. Directly replace any aging, severely clogged or damaged filter elements to secure full air purification capacity and normal ventilation of the laser cutting workstation.

Step 3: Comprehensive Air Duct Inspection & Clearance

Check all ventilation pipelines for accumulated dust, smoke residues and metal debris. Targeted cleaning or partial repair should be carried out for problematic pipe sections to ensure smooth air flow and stable operating efficiency of the fume extraction unit.

Step 4: Troubleshoot and Service Exhaust Blowers

Check all blowers and circulating fans for aging, deformation or unbalanced rotation. Add lubricating oil to fan bearings regularly and fasten all loose fixing bolts to keep the extraction unit running at optimal working state.

Step 5: Test Air Flow Volume & Static Pressure Values

Adopt air flow measuring instruments or built-in equipment sensors to detect whether the air pressure and air volume of the whole system meet the standard parameters set by JUGAO. Adjust relevant components timely if the data deviates to ensure consistent smoke extraction effect.

Step 6: Formulate Fixed Cycle Maintenance Plans

Make a complete maintenance schedule covering weekly visual patrols, monthly deep cleaning and quarterly thorough inspection of key components. Record all maintenance records completely to meet factory management standards and facilitate follow-up equipment performance tracking.

Long-Term Stable Operation Optimization Suggestions

1. Adopt original matching accessories
Always select original spare parts or replacement parts officially recommended by JUGAO for equipment maintenance.

2. Standardize cutting material selection
Do not process raw materials that produce massive smoke or corrosive volatile gas without complete fume extraction equipment in operation.

3. Carry out systematic training for frontline operators
Explain the critical influence of fume extraction equipment maintenance on production safety and cutting quality to all machine operators.

4. Maintain clean surrounding operating environment
Keep the area around the laser cutting machine tidy to prevent extra sundries and dust from entering the fume extraction pipeline.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the reasonable cycle for cleaning filter elements of JUGAO laser fume extractors?

Conduct visual inspection of filter pieces every week. The specific cleaning or replacement frequency depends on daily production workload. Factories with high-intensity continuous cutting need to shorten the maintenance cycle appropriately.

Will neglected fume extraction equipment damage laser cutting processing effects?

Absolutely. Insufficient air flow will lead to smoke gathering above the cutting seam, which blocks the laser light path, lowers cutting accuracy and causes rough, defective cutting edges.

Typical abnormal manifestations of faulty exhaust equipment

Smoke overflowing the processing area, peculiar pungent smell, obvious drop of suction force, abnormal temperature rise of laser machine body are all early warning signals that the fume extraction system needs maintenance.

Summary

Scientific and regular maintenance of JUGAO laser cutting fume extraction equipment is vital to guarantee high-standard cutting finished products, protect the physical health of workshop staff and delay the aging speed of laser processing equipment. Stick to fixed maintenance workflows including filter cleaning, air duct troubleshooting and blower inspection, and the fume extraction system can maintain stable performance all year round. If you need professional technical support or detailed customized maintenance schemes, you can contact our JUGAO technical service team at any time. Maintaining good operation of the fume extraction system protects both your production equipment investment and the whole workshop operating environment.