Metal Laser Cutting: Process, Thickness and Material Selection Guide

Metal Laser Cutting: Process, Thickness and Material Selection Guide

Short answer: Laser cutting uses a focused beam for precise, burr-free edges, so buyers match fiber laser to material and thickness, with plate basis in our Steel Plate Supplier and finishing in our Surface Treatment Guide.

At a Glance

Metal Laser Cutting: Process, Thickness and Material Selection Guide chart
Figure 1 – Metal Laser Cutting: Process, Thickness and Material Selection Guide overview.

How Laser Cutting Works

Laser cutting pairs with our Steel Plate Supplier and Steel Coil Supplier, with methods in our Machining Guide; a quick spec summary is below.

Material Max mm Benefit
Carbon steel 25 Clean edge
Stainless 20 No burr
Aluminum 15 Speed

Materials and Thickness

We cut Stainless Steel Supplier and Carbon Steel Supplier plus Aluminum Supplier, Copper Supplier and Brass Supplier.

Edge Quality and Inspection

Cut edges are deburred and inspected, with finishes in our Surface Treatment Guide and certification in our Mill Test Certificate Guide; checks are in our Quality Inspection Guide.

Procurement Tips

Send DXF, thickness and grade, and pack with our Export Packing Guide.

Get a Quote

Tell HXSCO your requirements and we will respond with a competitive quote and lead time.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which laser for steel?

Fiber laser for carbon and stainless.

How thick can it cut?

Up to 25 mm in carbon steel.

Is the edge burr-free?

Yes – minimal burr, light cleanup.

Can aluminum be cut?

Yes – with proper parameters.

Do you certify cut parts?

Yes – dimension and material certs.

Supply Laser-Cut Parts from HXSCO

HXSCO supplies laser-cut plates and profiles in steel, stainless, aluminum and copper. Send drawing, thickness and quantity for a quote.

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