There are many options for processing metal workpieces. Each technology has its own technical and economic advantages. But, the speed and cost of laser cutting of metal makes This approach is the most popular and in demand. Especially if it is necessary to achieve a minimum amount of waste of expensive or unique rolled steel.
What a laser machine can do
Most often, this cutting technology is used when it is necessary to make complex workpieces from sheet steel. It is not always possible to produce geometrically complex figures without error using alternative methods. The laser beam, moving along precisely specified coordinates, cuts out products of almost any complexity, with a minimum thickness burn through the workpiece. Other features worth adding:
- The finished product does not require additional processing or grinding.
- The workpiece has no thermal damage or decorative defects.
- Sheet metal can be used as efficiently as possible.
- Cutting speed is comparable to industrial production.
- The accuracy of each part is not affected over the operating time of the machine.
Important: the installation consumes a relatively small amount of electrical energy. Does not require a large amount of consumables. Consequently, the cost of producing a batch will be relatively small.
What affects the cost of cutting
Several variable factors influence the actual price of the job. But, they can be taken into account at the planning stage, so that the cost of a batch or individually cut blanks according to given drawings can be communicated to the customer as accurately as possible. The price will be influenced by the following reasons:
- the speed with which the order must be completed;
- the geometric complexity of the parts being cut;
- the number of items in the batch, or piece cutting;
- thickness of the metal used, iron alloy;
- own rolled products or provided by the customer.
Not all metal alloys can be processed by laser. Anyone who plans to use black, stainless or galvanized steel can count on this popular and affordable service. Pure aluminum, titanium or brass. In these cases, the company can guarantee high quality cutting without defects.
