Laser cutting cardboard with BRM
Are you active in the packaging industry, education or the creative sector? Then you know that laser cutting cardboard can make a huge difference in terms of speed, accuracy and end result. Certainly compared to traditional techniques such as sawing, cutting or die-cutting. Techniques that are often time-consuming and can result in ragged edges. Whether you’re designing bespoke packaging, developing prototypes or creating personalised designs, a BRM laser machine offers the ultimate solution for laser cutting cardboard.
Processing cardboard with a laser is not only fast and efficient, it also delivers immediate results without the need for post-processing. Discover the benefits, applications and which BRM laser for cardboard laser cutting is right for you here.
Why choose laser cutting for cardboard?
Cardboard is a lightweight, durable material with a wide range of applications. It is widely used for packaging, displays, models and creative designs.
Unlike cutting with blades or die-cutting, laser cutting of cardboard is a contactless process. The laser beam vaporises the material locally, without physical pressure or wear on tools. As a result, even the finest details are preserved and repeat work is accurate to within a tenth of a millimetre.
The benefits of laser cutting cardboard with BRM Lasers
With a BRM laser cutting machine, cutting cardboard suddenly becomes super simple and effective. Curious about what it could mean for your workflow? Discover the key benefits below:
- Accurate to the millimetre
With a BRM laser machine, you can laser cut and engrave cardboard with a precision of 0.1 mm. Perfect for complex designs, fine lines or small cut-outs that are impossible to achieve by hand.
- No post-processing required
The laser cuts cardboard in one clean stroke, without fraying or fibrous edges. This means there is no need for filing, sanding or trimming – the end result is ready for use straight away.
- Fast and consistent
The high speed and repeatability ensure efficient production. Whether you’re making a single design or hundreds at once, the machine never deviates from the original drawing.
- Ideal for personalisation
With a BRM laser machine, you can not only cut but also engrave. Thanks to this engraving function, you can apply logos, text or patterns directly to packaging or displays. This allows you to create unique end products with a single device.
- Contactless and clean
As the laser beam processes the cardboard without physical contact, there are no tears or distortions. What’s more, the work surface remains clean and tidy.
- Suitable for various types of cardboard
From corrugated cardboard to greyboard or folding boxboard, a BRM laser machine can process virtually any type of cardboard quickly and accurately.
Applications of cardboard laser cutting
Due to the versatility of the material, laser cutting of cardboard can be applied in virtually any industry. Here are some common applications in which BRM laser machines are used for cardboard laser cutting:
- Custom packaging – personalised boxes, trays or sleeves
- Prototypes and mock-ups – creating tangible designs quickly
- Displays and POS materials – creative, eye-catching presentations
- Mock-ups and models – detailed architectural or product models
- Stencils and templates – precisely cut designs for reuse
- Creative art projects – engravings, decorative shapes or cut-out patterns
- Industrial marking – codes or text on packaging materials
Whether you work in the creative sector, the industrial sector or education, a BRM laser machine offers endless possibilities.
How does laser cutting of cardboard work?
Laser cutting cardboard may sound complicated, but it’s actually very simple! The machine uses a powerful beam of light that heats the surface of the cardboard. This causes the laser to cut through the cardboard – without the need for a blade or drill.
The technology behind the machine
The BRM laser cutting machine contains a glass tube filled with gas. When an electric current passes through it, a laser beam is created. This beam is directed towards the cardboard via lenses and mirrors. Where the beam hits the cardboard, it heats up and cuts through it.
Fully automatic cutting
Everything happens automatically. You create a design on your computer, load it into the machine, and it does the rest. How easy do you want it to be?! This allows you to work quickly and accurately, even with other materials such as leather, glass and acrylic.
What settings are important when laser cutting cardboard?
Cardboard is cut using a laser with a power output of between 80 and 120 watts. The most important settings are:
Speed and power
A balance is needed between speed and power. With cardboard, too much power is undesirable, as this causes the material to burn more quickly. A higher cutting speed, on the other hand, helps to prevent charred edges.
Focus and focal length
The focus determines the sharpness of the laser beam. An optimal focal length results in a narrower cut line and higher cutting quality. This makes it possible to achieve even fine details in a single pass.
Settings per machine
Every laser machine is unique. Settings found online must always be adjusted to your specific machine power. After all, 90% power on an 80W machine is not comparable to 90% on a 120W machine.
Would you like to know which settings are best for your material? During a no-obligation demo, we’ll show you exactly how to cut cardboard optimally with your BRM laser machine.
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Cutting and engraving: an all-in-one solution
Every BRM machine is a hybrid: you get both a laser cutting machine and a laser engraving machine in a single unit. That means:
- you can cut out and engrave logos;
- personalise packaging with text or QR codes;
- combine complex patterns with surface engraving;
- switch quickly between cutting and engraving without having to change settings.
This versatility makes the BRM laser machine ideal for designers, manufacturers and the education sector.
BRM laser machines suitable for cardboard laser cutting
BRM offers various models suitable for cardboard laser cutting and engraving.
BRM Pro Series
The professional choice for businesses, educational institutions and design studios.
- Available with various working areas (up to 1600 x 1000 mm)
- Dust-free guides and European safety components (Class 1).
BRM Slim Series
Compact, competitively priced and perfect for creative use.
- User-friendly software.
- Also suitable for those on a tighter budget.
BRM Ultra Series
For large-format cardboard.
- Suitable for sheets up to 3000 x 1500 mm.
- Suitable for industrial use.
All our machines are supplied with installation and personal instruction included. So you can get started straight away.
