Got questions about Laser 3D?
We’ve put together answers to some of the most common queries about our laser cutting services, from capabilities and tolerances to file formats and delivery options.
Laser cutting is a non contact cutting process that uses thermal energy to separate the material. As the laser beam contacts the material to be cut it heats it so that it melts or completely vaporises. When the laser has fully penetrated the material, referred to as piercing, the cutting process can begin. The laser beam follows the selected cut path and separates the material in the process with the use of different assist gases, typically Oxygen or Nitrogen having a positive influence on the results.
2D laser cutting involves the cutting of flat sheet material with 3D laser cutting being used to describe the cutting of formed, bent or tubular shapes.
The thickness that can be cut will depend on the material being cut with our equipment able to cut mild steel up to 25mm
Laser cutting offers very high precision cutting with tolerances typically within +/- 0.1mm. The tolerances achievable on 3D laser cutting may vary depending upon the geometry of the part
- 2D – SSCF, DWG, AI
- 3D – STEP, IGES
- We can also work from PDF or scanned sketches in some circumstances
- We will support one off prototypes, small batch production or full scale manufacturing runs.
- We do have a minimum order charge which can be advised at the time of enquiry.
On some materials there may be a slight burn mark around the cut edge, we can take steps to minimise this. Light burn marks can usually be removed with a very light sanding/polishing step.
We can arrange delivery to any location.
We do not carry stock of any products as all items we produce are made to fill a customers order.
In certain circumstances you can supply the material to be cut. This needs to be discussed prior to placing an order.