Surface Treatments of Some Selected Synthetic Textiles by CO 2 Laser

In this study, we investigated the effect of CO2 laser energy on the surface of a variety of polyester textiles with thicknesses ranging from 2 to 3mm. To evaluate the laser action on the surface texture of this type of textile, the laser power was changed from 80 W to 120 W. A series of SEM images were taken with various incident laser powers. The rate of engraving operations increases as the incident laser power increases, and it is dependent on the thickness, chemical, and physical features of the irradiated fabric. According to the results of engraving samples. SEM photos demonstrate that laser treatment causes etching in all treated fabrics, even at a low incident laser power of 80W. In the marking, engraving, cutting, and welding processes, the CO2 laser system is a suitable laser system for surface treating synthetic textile materials. Keywords: Synthetic Textile; Laser Surface Treatments; CO2 Laser; Undesirable Discoloration; Organic Fabric