Laser Cutting Glossary - E

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Edge Quality
The state of the edge produced by laser cutting, which is determined by the stability of the motion system and the accuracy and control of the cutting laser.

Energy
Measured in Joules, energy is calculated by multiplying the power in Watts by the duration in seconds.

Etching
Marking the surface of the material without cutting through it completely, by using the laser at a lower power setting.