Advantages of Laser Cladding Repair Processing Technology for Loopers

I. Core Principles of Laser Cladding Repair Processing Technology for Loop Rollers

Laser cladding repair is an advanced process that uses a high-energy laser beam to simultaneously melt alloy, ceramic, and other cladding powders with the base material of the loop roller surface. Under the protection of inert gas, it rapidly solidifies to form a high-performance coating with a metallurgical bond. Its core advantage lies in achieving the dual effects of "repair + strengthening": it not only restores the dimensional accuracy of the roller body but also enhances surface performance through the cladding layer, addressing the pain points of weak bonding and easy detachment in traditional repair methods.

II. Causes of Loop Roller Failure and the Necessity of Repair

As a key component in production lines such as metallurgical rolling and printing, loop roller failures often result from the combined effects of complex working conditions:

1. Metallurgical industry: Cold-rolled loop rollers endure dual impacts of mechanical cyclic loads and thermal cycles, making the surface prone to oxidation, cracks, wear, and even roller breakage.

2. Printing industry: Rollers are subjected to long-term compression, friction, and ink corrosion, leading to scratches and rust, which directly affect printing accuracy.

Laser cladding can specifically repair these defects, extending service life by 30%-100%, with repair costs only 1/3 to 1/2 of replacement.

III. Core Technical Advantages of Laser Cladding Repair Processing for Loop Rollers

1. Excellent Performance

The cladding layer hardness can reach HRC56-68 (tungsten carbide-enhanced layers up to HRC68), offering excellent wear resistance, corrosion resistance, and fatigue resistance, capable of withstanding high temperatures and alternating loads. In one case, the surface finish of a repaired roller reached mirror level (Ra0.056), doubling its service life.

2. High Precision and Low Damage

The heat-affected zone is only 0.1-0.2mm, with a dilution rate of 5%-10%, effectively avoiding base material deformation. The coating thickness is controllable (0.1-4mm), with dimensional accuracy within 0.01mm, requiring minimal subsequent processing.

3. High Efficiency and Environmental Friendliness

The ultra-high-speed cladding line speed can reach 100m/min, with efficiency 3-4 times that of traditional processes. The entire process is free from electroplating pollution, replacing chromium plating to achieve environmental upgrades.

4. Wide Adaptability

Supports various powders such as iron-based, nickel-based, and ceramic, and can repair loop rollers made of cast iron, steel, stainless steel, etc., addressing both the strengthening of new and old rollers and the repair of localized damage.