SHEET METAL FABRICATION / LASER CUTTING
CNC Laser
Cutting ServicesCustom metal parts.
Prototype to production.
CNC laser cutting services for custom steel, stainless steel and aluminum parts. Send your CAD profiles for brackets, plates and panels, with deburring, bending and surface finishing reviewed as part of the manufacturing route.
01 / LASER CUTTING CAPABILITIES
CNC laser cutting capabilities
for sheet metal parts.
Laser cutting follows a programmed profile to separate parts from sheet material. It suits detailed 2D geometry without a dedicated cutting die, with secondary processes available for features that extend beyond the flat sheet.
From a flat pattern to
a production-ready plan.
Use laser cutting for external contours, internal cutouts, slots and hole patterns. If the final part needs bends, threads or precision-machined interfaces, plan those operations alongside the cut profile.
- Typical geometry
- Brackets, plates, panels, shims and sheet blanks
- Project stage
- Prototype, pilot quantities and repeat production
- Material specification
- Grade, sheet thickness and supply condition
- Secondary processes
- Deburring, bending, machining and compatible finishes
- Quotation inputs
- CAD profile, drawing, quantity and acceptance requirements
02 / LASER CUTTING MATERIALS
Metal laser cutting materials.
Steel, stainless steel and aluminum serve different requirements for strength, corrosion resistance, weight and appearance. Select the material for the finished part, then confirm grade and thickness for the cutting process.
GENERAL FABRICATION
Steel laser cutting
For structural brackets, mounting plates and general fabrication. Specify the steel grade and any corrosion-protection requirements.
- Plan for
- Cut-edge condition, deburring and coating
- Send with your drawing
- Grade, thickness and finish specification
CORROSION & APPEARANCE
Stainless steel laser cutting
For parts where corrosion resistance or surface appearance influences selection. Identify visible faces and the required sheet finish.
- Plan for
- Edge treatment, surface protection and cosmetic criteria
- Send with your drawing
- Grade, thickness and visible-face callouts
LIGHTWEIGHT PARTS
Aluminum laser cutting
For lightweight panels, brackets and enclosure components. Alloy and temper matter when the blank will be bent or surface treated.
- Plan for
- Forming requirements and finish compatibility
- Send with your drawing
- Alloy, temper, thickness and final finish
Need brass, copper, titanium or non-metal sheet? Send the exact material for process and supply review. Cutting range and grade availability are confirmed for your project.
03 / TOLERANCES & CUT QUALITY
Precision laser cutting:
tolerances, edges & inspection.
A useful tolerance is tied to the material, thickness and feature being measured. Separate general profile requirements from the dimensions that control fit, alignment or sealing.
| Feature | What affects the result | What to define |
|---|---|---|
| Profile dimensions | Thickness, geometry and heat distribution | Datums and critical tolerances |
| Holes & slots | Feature size relative to sheet thickness | Fit, position and any final machining |
| Cut edges | Material, cutting conditions and finishing | Burr acceptance and edge break |
| Flatness | Sheet condition and thermal distortion | Functional flatness requirement |
| Visible surfaces | Sheet finish, handling and post-processing | Cosmetic faces and acceptance criteria |
04 / DESIGN FOR LASER CUTTING
Laser cutting design guidelines.
A clean cutting file reduces ambiguity. Review small features, edge spacing and the relationship between the flat pattern and the finished part before requesting a quote.
Hole size, slots & spacing
Small holes and narrow webs are sensitive to material and thickness. Identify functional features for review; close-fit holes may require drilling or reaming.
Kerf & nominal geometry
Send the intended finished geometry. Avoid pre-offsetting the profile for kerf unless compensation has been explicitly agreed.
Clean CAD profiles
Use closed contours, remove duplicate lines and specify units at 1:1 scale. Convert cut lettering to outlines and distinguish marking from cutting.
Bends & finished dimensions
Include a formed drawing and STEP model when bending is required. Define final dimensions and references rather than relying on a flat profile alone.
05 / PARTS & SECONDARY PROCESSES
Custom laser-cut metal parts.
Ready for the next operation.
The cut profile is one part of the finished component. Connect geometry, edge treatment, forming and surface finish in a single manufacturing specification.
Laser-cut brackets
Locate mounting holes and mating edges from functional datums. Include bends and any threaded features in the final-part drawing.
Laser-cut plates and blanks
Define the outer profile, cutouts and flatness needs. Identify which edges require deburring or further machining.
Sheet metal profiles
Specify hole patterns, narrow slots and visible surfaces. Review cut-edge and cosmetic requirements before finishing.
CUTTING + FORMING
Laser cutting and bending
for formed sheet metal parts.
Combine cut profiles with the bends and assembly interfaces defined in your final-part drawing. Include a STEP model and formed dimensions so cutting, bend requirements and finishing can be reviewed together.
Laser cutting + the right secondary process
Sheet metal bendingFlat blank → formed geometry ↗Secondary machiningThreads, bores & mating faces ↗Surface finishingCompatible coatings & treatments ↗
06 / ORDERING LASER-CUT PARTS
How to order custom
laser cutting services.
Start with the part and its intended use. Material, cutting complexity, quantity, secondary operations and inspection requirements shape the price and production schedule.
Send your laser cutting files
Provide a DXF or DWG profile and a dimensioned PDF. Add a STEP model for formed parts, plus material, thickness and quantity.
Review the quote & DFM points
Confirm geometry, critical features, edge treatment, finish and delivery needs. Resolve open requirements before approving the manufacturing plan.
Approve, produce & inspect
Production follows the approved revision and agreed scope. Inspection, documentation, packing and shipping are defined for the order.
07 / LASER CUTTING FAQ
Laser cutting services:
common questions.
Practical answers for engineering and purchasing teams.
What files do you need for a laser cutting quote?
Send a DXF or DWG for the flat profile and a dimensioned PDF for critical features. Include the material grade, thickness, quantity, drawing revision, surface finish and requested delivery date. Add a STEP model and formed drawing for bent parts.
Which metals can I request for laser cutting?
Steel, stainless steel and aluminum are common material families for sheet metal laser cutting. Specify the exact grade and thickness. For copper, brass, titanium or non-metal sheet, request a suitability and supply review before relying on a particular route.
What laser cutting tolerances should I put on my drawing?
Use tolerances based on the function of the part. Mark locating features, mating interfaces and datums explicitly. Achievable tolerances depend on thickness, material, size and geometry; tight-fit features may need secondary machining.
Will laser-cut parts need deburring or finishing?
Cut-edge requirements vary with material and intended use. Define burr acceptance, edge break and any handling or cosmetic requirements. Coating, anodizing or other treatments must be matched to the base material and final specification.
Can laser cutting be combined with sheet metal bending?
Yes, cutting and bending can be reviewed as a combined manufacturing route. Send the final formed geometry, material grade, temper where relevant and bend requirements so the flat pattern and finished dimensions can be checked together.
What affects the cost and lead time of laser cutting?
Material, thickness, total cutting length, number of piercings, geometry, order quantity, secondary work and inspection all influence cost. The quote confirms the production schedule and shipping arrangements for the reviewed project.
08 / GET A LASER CUTTING QUOTE
Get your custom laser-cut
parts into production.
Share your CAD files, material and quantity. We’ll review the geometry, finishing and inspection needs for a project-specific quote.
Confidential enquiries · Optional NDA available ↗