When laser cleaning polypropylene, you'll want to start with the lowest possible power settings to handle its heat sensitivity, which makes it more prone to melting than tougher thermoplastics like ABS. Next, ramp up scan speed gradually while keeping overlaps minimal, as its low thermal conductivity traps heat locally and can cause warping if you linger too long. This approach restores surfaces cleanly without deformation. Just watch out for overexposure—always test on scraps first to avoid softening the material.
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Directly affects Scan Speed and Energy Density. Increase this to amplify downstream effects.
Smaller spots concentrate energy into a smaller area.
A bigger spot lets you scan faster while keeping good coverage.
