Air Products' Ultraray® lasing gases are available in the full range of standard and custom mixtures of CO₂, helium, nitrogen, and carbon monoxide used in all laser equipment. Each gas is supplied with a Batch Certificate of Analysis guaranteeing hydrocarbon impurity levels that meet laser manufacturer specifications. What's more, all are produced and filled using ISO 9002 certified procedures, ensuring the highest levels of consistency.

High-Performance Assist Gases—Assist gases and their supply systems can also dramatically affect laser operations. Consistent-quality assist gases delivered at the correct flow rates and pressures are essential for high throughput and perfect cut quality and can help protect the laser optics by preventing blow back of molten metal.

All of Air Products' assist gases are produced following rigid ISO procedures to ensure consistent specifications and purity. Our laser specialists can help you select the gas best suited for your operation.

		Oxygen—used to cut carbon steel, oxygen reacts with iron in the steel, generating heat that increases cutting speed.
		Nitrogen—nitrogen is the preferred assist gas for cutting stainless steel, aluminum, and nickel alloys. It's also used in mild steel cutting when oxide formation is a big concern. Because a heat-generating reaction does not occur, pressures up to 500 psig and more can be required to remove the molten metal.
		Argon—a specialty assist gas, argon may be required to achieve oxide- and dross-free cuts on reactive metals such as titanium.

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