Laser Cutting Machines

Choosing the right laser cutting machine

A laser cutting machine replaces punching, shearing, plasma and manual gas cutting with a single, computer-controlled process. The focused beam melts or vaporises the material along the programmed path while assist gas clears the kerf, leaving a narrow, clean edge that usually needs no grinding. For job shops and OEM fabricators this means faster turnaround, less scrap and the freedom to cut complex profiles without tooling.

Fiber or CO2?

Fiber laser cutting machines are the first choice for metals — mild steel, stainless steel, aluminium, brass and copper. They are energy efficient, need very little maintenance and cut thin to medium sheets at high speed. CO2 laser cutters are better suited to non-metals such as acrylic, MDF, wood, leather, fabric and paper, and are popular in signage, packaging and gifting.

What decides the model?

• Material and thickness – decides laser power (1 kW to 12 kW for fiber).
• Sheet size – 4×8 ft (1530×3050 mm) is standard; 5×10 and 6×20 ft are available.
• Production volume – a double pallet exchange table keeps the laser cutting while you load the next sheet.
• Pipes and tubes – choose a combined sheet + pipe machine or a dedicated laser tube cutter.

Send us a drawing or sample part and our application team will recommend the model, power and options that give you the best cost per part.