Kerf
~0.006″ typical on steel with fiber laser.
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Technical Specifications
Capabilities, tolerances, file prep, and machine parameters for production-grade parts.
Overview
Capabilities at a glance
Min Feature
0.012″ holes/slots recommended minimum.
Sheet Size
Common nesting on 60″ × 120″ sheets.
Tolerance
±0.005″ steel, ±0.004″ stainless, ±0.006″ aluminum.
Details
Detailed Specs
| Parameter | Steel | Stainless | Aluminum |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max Thickness | 0.50″ | 0.50″ | 0.50″ |
| Typical Kerf | ~0.006″ | ~0.006″ | ~0.008″ |
| Min Hole | 0.012″ | 0.012″ | 0.016″ |
| Finish | Mill / primer | 2B | Mill / anodize |
Prep
File Preparation
# DXF export recommendations
- Units: inches
- Remove duplicate/overlapping edges
- Convert splines to polylines
- Close all profiles (no open contours)
- Layer mapping: CUT / ETCH (optional)
- Font text to outlines for etch