High Speed Thin Metal Cutting using Fiber Laser Technology

There are several methods available for precision cutting of thin metals less than 0.06-inch thick used for these applications, which include materials such as stainless steel, titanium, nickel, and aluminum. The major options, lasers, electric discharge machining (EDM), water-jet, and chemical machining each have a role to play. However, precision fiber laser cutting technology is now emerging as the preferred choice for many thin metal cutting applications, particularly when superior edge quality, tight dimensional tolerances and/or high volume production is required.