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Laser Tolerance
For parts 36" x 36" or smaller. For larger parts, add 0.002"/foot. Chart is for carbon steel and SS.
THICKNESS | TOLERANCE (IN INCHES) |
GAUGE | 0.010 |
0.188 | 0.012 |
0.250 | 0.013 |
0.313 | 0.014 |
0.375 | 0.015 |
0.500 | 0.015 |
0.625 | 0.016 |
0.750 | 0.028 |
1.000 | 0.031 |
Cutting Holes
THICKNESS | MINIMUM SIZE HOLE TO LASER CUT |
GAUGE | 0.85 - 0.9x material thickness |
0.188 - 0.500 | = material thickness |
0.625 - 1.00 | 1.5x material thickness* |
*can cut 1:1, but tolerance chart no longer applies. Holes can be saw toothed and have additional kerf angle.
Laser Kerf Angle
.5-1 degrees dependent upon material, consumables and wattage. NOTE: tolerance table INCLUDES kerf allowance already
Additional Information
.50" Max aluminum thickness
.63" Max stainless thickness
125-250 RMS surface finish @ cut
60" x 120" cutting table size