Laser Cutting Stainless Steel Living Hinge Patterns

In this video, I experiment making stainless steel living hinges using a 2000W fiber laser to cut out different patterns commonly used with wood. I will be doing future video of hand formable sheet metal parts.
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[@billherreid9661]

Adolf's Law: if you draw any repeating pattern using right angles, sooner or later you'll end up with swastikas.

[@B30pt87]

That was an excellent demonstration! Thanks for posting it.

[@LordHog]

Your lab is a engineering playground. Never could I afford all those toys

[@ProtoG42]

It's not the best way of making hand formable parts, but it looks pretty and is more of an artistic approach. Do a quick image search of living hinges and you'll see example of practical application. Also, the yield limit is not the same as the solid sheet. The material yield is the same, but I can bend the "bracket" pattern about 90 degrees and it still returns to flat. The solid sheet yields pretty quickly at about 10 degrees. Someone with an idea could design something they could hand form themselves without proper sheetmetal tools and save a lot of money on shipping because it ships flat.

[@notyou1567]

You could make and sell custom electric guitar pickguards. How much did the machine cost?

[@pacocarmona7697]

Hey im interested in more information for a diy project i have a design and want to see if you can help

[@AeleosGFX]

damn that laser cutter is fast

[@ProtoG42]

It beats a bandsaw, that’s for sure! It's cutting the 0.062" stainless steel in the beginning of the video at about 700 ipm and the other patterns at 1100 ipm!

[@CNCGuy]

3kw fiber optic laser?

[@timsnels]

2kw LVD-strippit Lynx 3015

[@MischiefOne]

Outstanding. Very interesting information and amazing time lapse thank you. I loved the 3d and last cuts

[@KM____________]

those fabric ones would make a great looking day shutters

[@CmdrRoot]

Oh wow that laser is so cool. I could watch that all day.

[@vonskipppy1152]

Proving the old saying "Simple minds are easily amused"

[@CmdrRoot]

haha wow i guess i do have a simple mind. thanks for letting me know! appreciate it

[@nerfinator03]

Von Skipppy proving yet the saying you are not intelligent. Surely you are in the pay to enter mensa club..

[@LaughingVegetables]

Learn something new everyday. Cheers!

[@jacktumbleweed]

Fabric pattern is real pleasing to my eyes. All look cool though!

[@miamimovies]

Are there any hexagon-pattern living hinges? I would think that would be a better shape for 3D flexing than something based off of squares or triangles. edit: never mind, I am a dummy, the triangle pattern is also a hexagon

[@JeremyCook]

Pretty neat. Had not heard the term "living hinges." Guess that's the same as kerf cutting?

[@nebnoswel]

In this case yah, exact same concept, but "living hinge" is used any time a hinge is made of one solid piece. Think like a dvd case where the hinge is the same piece of plastic as the front and back.

[@JeremyCook]

Ah, neat, thanks. So the CD case is a living hinge, as it's built into the plastic, even though the case is two pieces?

[@nathandean1687]

the solid black cases would be living hinge. where as the clear hinges are not.

[@kkfoto]

First time I heard it too. Something like a ketchup bottle cap? :)

[@mikezhang7646]

good laser cutting work

[@av6966]

Good Video! I liked how you show the cooling system for the LAYZER at the end and the 3d square pattern looked hella nice!!! Subbed hoped to see more laser cutting in my feed! Peace!

[@MrWoohoo]

Please cut a Hilbert curve! I don’t think it’d be useful but it would be fascinating to see how it behaved.

[@rubeusmagnus7634]

Wow! I'm really impressed, that laser machine works so well on stainless steel. My question is: Aside from those pattern you've demonstrated, will your application work on 2-3 inches diameter of round stainless plates (2.5-3mm thick) to turn it on a 2d medallions? Is it easy for you to centralize a given pattern? I am asking you because you may be the right person to contact about my projects and I might need your professional help one day. Thanks in advance.

[@petersolomon3505]

Very cool, I want to test these and design some applications

[@luizbueno5661]

The last pattern you've shown and the 2nd, both give a 3d* result. Their use are not as logical as the other 2. Very nice video. I'm trying to get a fiber laser cnc at the Lab I ran. Crossing fingers.

[@magnuswootton6181]

I wonder if u could use these for robot actuators.

[@stevenclark2188]

I think there's probably changes that could be made to optimize the technique for the material. Steel is already pretty ductile, the ability to transfer and absorb stress is a big part of what makes steel strong. As a result patterns aimed mostly at increasing ductility might not really be as useful as some hypothetical pattern that improves on other properties where steel is weaker.

[@Arnthorg]

2:38 notice the beat

[@coreymitchell6566]

Arnþór Gíslason I heard Led Zeppelin, intro of the Immigrant Song.

[@thegeneralissimo470]

How often do you have to replace the supporting grating?

[@yonasrahendanu854]

Hi, could you tell me where did you get the clamp?

[@richardraymond5535]

Is the cutting part sped up or is that how quick it cuts the stainless?

[@MrBelseBoB]

Some nice videos you got there! What brand is the laser cutter?

[@friendsonearth]

thanks, nice pattern

[@ProtoG42]

Thanks!

[@Adayonearthyt]

2:40 plays 'We will rock you'

[@CreativeNames101]

Underrated comment #0241

[@gamerpaddy]

do fiber laser cutters have any "high" running costs, like waterjet or co2 lasers?

[@CNCGuy]

On the contrary they are very cheap to run as compared to a similar co2 laser. A new 2 kw fiberlaser can outperform a 4kw co2. I've seen a 2kw cut through 1 inch steel at 25ipm.

[@amycarrie7002]

It's much more economic in use.Please contact us for quotation and more information. Mobile/WhatsApp: [phone]

[@jaferaa]

@@amycarrie7002 hi my whatsapp number [phone] pls send sms

[@weaseltown]

Question. I've been looking into getting a laser cutter, and of course a fiber laser seems like the clear choice for cutting metal. However, most of the low-wattage fiber lasers are stationary, and this is clearly on a flatbed, which seems to be more common with cO2 lasers. My question is: is there a particular brand that makes fiber lasers in consumer-level configurations (7-12k price range) that do what's shown here, or am I out of my league?

[@barracudatubeman]

Nite, do you have any system on your fiber laser to avoid any issue with stainless reflection? Thanks,

[@gregkeshishian3485]

Does any one know where to get those spring loaded clamps which help prevent the small sheets from shifting on the table? We have a fiber laser and struggle with small pieces shifting during the cutting. I have googled around but cannot find them

[@darkshadowsx5949]

the "Clean up" ruined the nice smooth finish... :(

[@ProtoG42]

It looks better than leaving all the piercing marks and sharps edges.

[@SuperAWaC]

it could easily be polished to a mirror finish it would just take time

[@lobitojavi]

what about the droos ??? there are at the back side??

[@kobisjeruk]

I notice the laser cutter went with the longest route (as evident during the 3rd piece cutting process) as the most efficient use of the 'on' time. Never seen this process before, so this might be a silly question but doesn't it produce intense heat (since you seem to be able to handle the finished work with your bare hands)?

[@ProtoG42]

Stainless steel has a very poor thermal conductivity so it isn't very good at spreading heat. The laser beam is about 0.006"(0.1524mm) and the cut is being purged with high pressure nitrogen gas. It's barely warm after it's done. Thicker parts and aluminum parts do get quite a bit hotter though.

[@daveinmontana77]

Nice job... what type and wattage laser did you use?

[@garthor]

I liked the triangle one, but it looked like some of the angles that it wanted to bend at ran at a diagonal to that section you left at the top giving it too much rigidity... I wonder if that might have something to do with it not being as "functional" as the rest of them... >_>

[@Monkeyz60593]

Where can I find that first cutting plan? For the spiral/feather thing ? 😁

[@MrBobbin01]

Damn good video. Keep it up.

[@lanchanoinguyen2914]

what program do you use?thanks

[@afj9966]

is that some kind of water dropping in order to cool down the nozzel? silly me, didn't see any water droplet when you take it up so it's just some sparkles?

[@ProtoG42]

No water. It using liquid nitrogen to purge the cut, but it is already gas by the time it reaches the nozzle.

[@JGnLAU8OAWF6]

Why not regular air? Can this laser cutter use oxygen for cutting thicker material?

[@ProtoG42]

Regular air will oxidize metal and result in discoloration of the areas surrounding the cut. Yes, we use oxygen to cut thick steel but the edges are very dark and need to be cleaned up.

[@jerrymascorrojr.8319]

Thanks for sharing, gonna run them on the next TRUMPF laser I get to play with. What watt machine you running? I work with 2.5KW to 8KW TruDisk Fiber. 1030-5040 TruLasers. I also like the holders you’re using to hold the thin materials. Keep up the great Laser videos, there aren’t enough how-to’s or tricks of the trade videos for the sheet metal guys!

[@JoeHeiserA]

What is the width of the material removed / the diameter of the beam at its focal point? Seems tiny

[@digitaluddite]

What are the clamps holding down the plate? Those look like they might be handy in the waterjet as well!

[@ProtoG42]

Those are Cleco side clamps: amzn.to/2Bc2DZN

[@digitaluddite]

Wow! Thanks for the speedy reply!

[@Xanthopteryx]

How log does that support base grid last?

[@ProtoG42]

I'm not sure, it has lasted 6 months so far. The machine cuts new slats for itself but we scrub them with a wire brush on an angle grinder.

[@MECHTheo]

I'm wondering where you got those little clamp/weights? I'm running into the problem with my smaller pieces of light gauge steel wanting to fly away.

[@chriskirkham9661]

They are called Cleco fasteners. There are clamping ones as shown in the video, and they also make them for holding sheet metal together through rivet holes. They are very common in the aerospace and automotive world!

[@devtank]

Makes me wish Id become an engineer.

[@wernertooldievogt730]

how long would it take to use a bottle of nitrogen cutting SS, i am looking at buying a machine and am curious to the consumption per hour and how much i will need to have holding wise.

[@chanxanlaserequipment4006]

800mm/s， the max speed. More detail ,can add my whatsapp [phone]

[@ninocaselli6290]

2:39 the laser cutter starts to play LEDZEPLINS lmigrant song

[@RoDeGuzman]

Great Video. What are those clamps called, and where did you get them? Thanks in advance.

[@bobwieking4394]

They are CLECO sheet metal clamps---aircraft and racing cars!

[@rudrasoni9]

How much cost

[@chanxanlaserequipment4006]

It's a fiber laser cutting machine.Please contact us for quotation and more information. Mobile/WhatsApp: [phone]

[@pupznutz]

Would of tagged the part just in case, to stop it flipping and causing head damage.Cool vid tho.

[@SAGARPATIL-ze8gz]

thanks

[@simonburklin1189]

whats the thickness of the material hes using?

[@ProtoG42]

That is 16ga stainless steel which is about 0.059”

[@dr.ramondetorres4838]

Do you do custom orders? I used to be a technology teacher, but my labs were taken over by online testing so I teach art. Anyway, I want durable patterns cut that will be used by children to trace designs. I've tried cardboard, tagboard, etc., but it all wears and breaks. Would a stainless steel pattern be more reliable, rugged? I'd love to know where to order many made depending on cost.

[@ProtoG42]

Absolutely, stainless is very durable. Do you have drawings of the patterns?

[@altafamin8371]

Can I have some personal design on it. How can I order please explain me.

[@zhezhang3539]

I’d like to show you how to use the machine. Please contact me via [e-mail] or WhatsApp [phone]

[@徐伟-k3t]

Hello, our company provides self-design of the pattern or logo of the cutting machine。 Kindly add my WhatsAPP/Wechat number : [phone] . or send mail to : [e-mail] , I'll share more info to you .Our web: oree laser.com Stay Healthy & Best regards !

[@fabts4]

Not sure you're using that last one properly. Maybe try after getting rid of the plain part on the top? Or with a longer hinge.

[@martinmiglio]

What’s the point of the z axis travel on a laser cutter

[@ProtoG42]

Several reasons. Parts can tip up and hit the nozzle. We can also cut enclosures and parts that are already formed so it cuts more than just sheet metal. There are two beds, a top and lower bed so the z axis has around a 15" reach. Another reason is to prevent warping. If a part has a lot of features too close together, it's better to raise the head to allow the heat to spread more evenly.

[@naoufelmelayh240]

hi sir , how to etch and engrave with laser on stainless , thanks , fiber or c02 and what power ?

[@amycarrie7002]

It's 2000w fiber laser.Please contact us for quotation and more information. Mobile/WhatsApp: [phone]

[@dankerine]

Do you want to know what add I got before this video? PragerU, talking about Nazi Germany in World War II… now flip one of those hinges… I think KZbin knows

[@succubuslily]

Does the metal not get hot when it gets cut? I'm always scared you'll burn yourself whenever you pick up a part right after the laser is done

[@ProtoG42]

Stainless steel has a very poor thermal conductivity so it isn't very good at spreading heat. The laser beam is about 0.006"(0.1524mm) and the cut is being purged with high pressure nitrogen gas. It's barely warm after it's done. Thicker parts and aluminum parts do get quite a bit hotter.

[@succubuslily]

Thanks, man :)

[@ArnoldSwarc]

How much did the laser cost

[@ProtoG42]

Around $250,000.00

[@MichaelMurillo]

Actual comparison starts at 5:56

[@jeszwasjerychwas]

who hears techno music while the laser works ?

[@CarlBurnss]

Acoustic metamaterial

[@VictoryRangeHoods]

What is the brand name of this fiber cutting machine?

[@ProtoG42]

LVD LYNX FL 3015. Over 250k new.

[@bonnieanfisaxtlaser7142]

[e-mail], pls write to me

[@MattGallagherComposer]

When you said 3D, I thought you meant, well... 3D.

[@beer1for2break3fast4]

$20000 machine. Out of my league.

[@corbinlinder2631]

I wish it was only $20,000.

[@MuradBeybalaev]

Dahell is a "living" hinge?

[@ProtoG42]

"A living hinge is a thin flexible hinge (flexure bearing) made from the same material as the two rigid pieces it connects, rather than cloth, leather, or some other flexible substance." : en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Living_hinge

[@SuperAWaC]

how many cubic feet of nitrogen does that tank hold?

[@ProtoG42]

3000 Liters

[@ThreeLetters3]

3:45 *sigh* theres gonna be comments about it

[@santoshprajapati8666]

What is the cost of your machine?

[@徐伟-k3t]

Kindly add my WhatsAPP/Wechat number : [phone] . or send mail to : [e-mail] , I'll share more info to you .Our web: oree laser.com Stay Healthy & Best regards !

[@jigarvasani2722]

What is machine price 1000w 3015

[@ProtoG42]

Around 300,000 USD

[@amycarrie7002]

Please contact us for quotation and more information. Needn't so much money. Mobile/WhatsApp: [phone]

[@monstercolorfunco4391]

i ilke the squarezy one

[@trustmeserious]

What about the price of this machine

[@徐伟-k3t]

Kindly add my WhatsAPP/Wechat number : [phone] . or send mail to : [e-mail] , I'll share more info to you .Our web: oree laser.com Stay Healthy & Best regards !

[@DavidJohnston_deadhat]

Try making hinges with stone. Stonehinge!

[@qubyp.4185]

4:44 Swastika

[@tablatronix]

holy shit thats fast

[@randomwordbot]

There has to be at least one complete swastika hidden in there somewhere

[@jamesyule18]

Kerf tastic

[@ipadize]

3:48 Reversed almost Swastika lol

[@zaphhood4745]

Hindu symbol of protection?

[@jimbob7620]

The fabric one looks like a Swastika 😂

[@mtothem1337]

4:54 - You almost made a swastika there.

[@IceTurf]

Neat

[@0Squinkie0]

wheres the hinges? just looks like fancy slots in thin metal to me.

[@ProtoG42]

Read up on living hinges: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Living_hinge

[@swiperfox3145]

LIVING HINGES... SO??? THEY'RE ALIVE???

[@jaydenholic8829]

Whar pice the machine

[@zhezhang3539]

I’d like to send you the price of the machine. Do you need one? If so, contact me via [e-mail] or WhatsApp [phone]

[@carloshe9957]

whatsapp [phone] e-mail [e-mail] for quotation .thanks

[@coolduder1001]

Does anybody but elese see something off about that pattern

[@rowdyredneck09]

What kind of laser machine is this and how much did it cost?

[@ProtoG42]

Fiber laser. Well over 250k

[@zaphhood4745]

Sierpinski antennas anyone?

[@suryanshbora3383]

whats surprise d

[@atzefatze]

...4:32 looks like svastikas!

[@ikagura]

Atze Fatze it is one

[@ikagura]

Also this existed since millenias

[@IICubeII]

That's the most German "fabric" i've seen in a while...

[@lahusa_]

3:40 swastika?

[@faidularcs]

How much 2000w laser cnc please

[@ProtoG42]

Well over 250k.

[@faidularcs]

Thankyou

[@bonnieanfisaxtlaser7142]

[e-mail], pls write to me

[@safenahmad3692]

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[@mikezhang7646]

More detaisl of machine on :jsdmt.en.alibaba.com/productgrouplist-801473940/CNC_press_brake.html?spm=a2700.shop_index.88.20.41354205tcJkb5

[@sethh8892]

That fabric looks like a bunch of little swastikas

[@tennicktenstyl]

All I see is a maze of swastikas in the thumbnail

[@dineshpremabandu7564]

VEDIO IS GOOD

[@vonskipppy1152]

Wow, a super expensive high powered laser and you made thin steel sheet stock slightly bendable.

[@ProtoG42]

It can also cut 13mm(.512") steel, what's your point?

[@Br1ckInTh3W4LL]

FOR SCIENCE!

[@borsanflorin103]

imagine that!