Illustrative fiber laser cutting a steel sheet

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Laser Cutting Services

CNC fiber laser cutting for sheet, plate and structural tubing from 2D DXF or 3D CAD geometry. Cut quality, edge condition and the production route are confirmed against the part requirements.

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Process
Fiber laser profile cutting for sheet, plate and tubular profiles
Typical materials
Carbon steel, 304/316 stainless steel, 5052/6061 aluminum, galvanized steel and brass
Supported files
DXF, DWG, STEP and PDF engineering drawings
Order size
Prototype quantities through recurring production, subject to project scope and capacity
Delivery
Freight coordination and packaging options defined in the project scope

Tool-Free CAD/CAM Sheet & Plate Profile Cutting

Fiber laser cutting directs a focused beam along CNC paths, with assist gas helping remove molten material. It can produce flat profiles without a dedicated die; edge condition depends on the material, thickness, geometry and cutting parameters.

A file review considers feature sizes, kerf allowance, assist gas, nesting and downstream requirements before the route is confirmed. Material grade, dimensions, tolerances, inspection and timing are agreed for each project.

  • Flat blanks, brackets, gussets, flanges and panels
  • Hole patterns, slots and tab-and-slot features in a cutting program
  • Potential follow-on press brake bending, welding and surface coating, subject to scope

Cutting Capabilities & Process Management

Process options are reviewed against part geometry, material, finish requirements and the selected production route.

  • 01 · Sheet and plate profiles

    CNC profile cutting for sheet and plate. Feasible thickness, edge condition and heat effects depend on the material, geometry and available equipment.

  • 02 · 3D tube laser cutting

    Rotary cutting for round, square and rectangular tube may combine profile cuts, copes and holes in one setup when the equipment and geometry allow.

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  • 03 · Nesting and material use

    CAD nesting arranges part profiles on sheet stock. Layout and expected yield are reviewed against part mix, grain direction and order quantity.

  • 04 · Assist gas and edge condition

    Gas selection depends on alloy, thickness and downstream needs. Nitrogen can help limit oxidation on stainless edges; oxygen may be used for some carbon steel cuts and can leave an oxide layer.

  • 05 · Marking and etching

    Part identification or reference marks may be included where the machine, material and drawing requirements support them.

  • 06 · Edge finishing

    Deburring, oxide removal or surface graining can be scoped where available and appropriate before downstream processing.

Scope and Specifications

The quotation confirms capability, inspection and delivery details for the selected material and production route.

Core process
CNC fiber laser profile cutting; process route confirmed per part
Typical materials
Mild/carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, galvanized sheet and brass; grade and condition subject to review
Maximum thickness and sheet dimensions
Evaluated against material grade and available machine bed and capacity
Tolerances
Cut profile tolerances confirmed after CAD and drawing review
Documentation
Material test reports (including EN 10204 3.1 where available), FAI and CoC may be scoped and agreed for the project
Lead time
Schedule established after file, material, quantity and process review

Design for Manufacturability (DFM) Guidelines

Use these as discussion points; final feature limits depend on material, thickness, geometry and the selected process.

  • 01 · Provide clean 1:1 geometry

    Export DXF or DWG profiles at full scale with closed contours. Remove duplicate lines and keep title blocks and dimensions in the PDF drawing.

  • 02 · Review minimum feature sizes

    As an initial rule of thumb, keep hole diameters and slot widths at or above material thickness. Confirm smaller features against the grade, thickness and drawing requirements.

  • 03 · Plan for micro-joints and tabs

    Small connecting tabs may help retain delicate parts in the sheet skeleton. Their use and any cleanup are agreed during file review.

  • 04 · Account for kerf and assist gas

    Include critical dimensions and edge requirements on the drawing. Kerf compensation and gas choice are set for the selected material and process; specify where oxide-sensitive edges matter.

  • 05 · Consider standard stock gauges

    Where the design allows, consider commercially available sheet and plate thicknesses. Material availability and any effect on function should be confirmed before release.

Laser Cutting Questions

What files should I send for a quote?

Send a DXF, DWG or STEP file with a PDF drawing that identifies material, thickness, quantity and critical dimensions. Include finish and inspection requirements if they apply.

Which materials can be reviewed?

Common requests include carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, galvanized sheet and brass. Feasibility depends on the exact grade, condition, thickness and available process.

What tolerances and thicknesses are available?

These are confirmed after reviewing the part geometry, material and selected machine. Mark critical features and dimensions on the drawing so they can be assessed.

Can inspection or material documents be provided?

Inspection reports, FAI, CoC and material test reports can be discussed during quotation. Availability and requirements must be agreed for the project.

Can cutting be combined with bending or finishing?

Related operations can be evaluated as part of the same project. The quotation defines the available process route, inspection scope, packaging and delivery terms.

Have a part to cut?

Share the CAD file, drawing, material and quantity. The project requirements can then be reviewed for scope, process, documentation and schedule.

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