Laser Tool Cleaning Operation

Cycle Time = Tool Cleaning Time / Number of Operators

Cycle time depends on the following:

• Laser tool cleaning time: this is the time it takes one operator to clean the tool. See formula.

• Number of operators (specified by the machine property Number of Operators)

Tool Cleaning Time = Tool Surface Area / Laser Tool Clean Rate

This is the time it takes one operator to clean the tool. It depends on the following:

• Tool surface area: this is estimated based on the part dimensions and a perimeter allowance. See Tool Length, Width, and Area.

• Laser tool clean rate: this the cleaning rate for one operator in area per unit time. It is specified by the machine property Clean Rate.