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CNC Laser Etching & Laser Cutting
Laser cutting has established itself as the most cost-effective cutting technology for many applications. The combination of clean smooth edges, speed, extreme accuracy and high repeatability make laser cutting superior to other cutting technologies. The lack of tooling and minimal setup times also make it cost-effective for short runs and artwork. Our large, 50"x100" work table allows us to cut full sheet materials or small single-application projects.
Even though the process is a thermal cutting method, the heat-affected zone is typically small and easily managed. The tightly focused laser beam removes very little material, allowing for intricate cutting and close nesting of parts. The laser can cut profiles as well as etch your designs, images, or photos in 3D. Control over a large number of cut variables makes it possible to cut a wide variety of materials.
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Vector * |
Raster * |
| Acrylic |
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Y |
| Aluminum |
Y |
Y |
| Anodized Aluminum |
Y |
Y |
| Cardboard |
Y |
Y |
| Ceramic |
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Y |
| Corian |
Y |
Y |
| Foam |
Y |
Y |
| Glass |
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Y |
| Granite |
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Y |
| Kevlar |
Y |
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| Leather |
Y |
Y |
| Limestone |
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Y |
| Marble |
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Y |
| Mild Steel |
Y |
Y |
| Mirror |
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Y |
| Mylar |
Y |
Y |
| PETG |
Y |
Y |
| Plastic |
Y |
Y |
| Polyester |
Y |
Y |
| Rubber |
Y |
Y |
| Shim stock |
Y |
Y |
| Slate |
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Y |
Stainless Steel
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Y |
Y |
| Vinyl |
Y |
Y |
| Wood |
Y |
Y |
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*Vector: 2D curves or geometry in file formats such as Adobe Illustrator, Corel Draw, AutoCAD DWG or DXF. Typically used for profile cutting for part creation.
*Raster: Image data files in formats such as JPEG, TIFF, BMP or any other "pixel" format data files. Typically used for etching or 3D contour etching and "marking".
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Send us your photos, drawings, CAD files, etc. and let's discuss your project!
Examples of laser technology in action:
Adobe Illustrator Artwork File
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Red Oak panel immediately after etching
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Panel sanded, stained and varnished
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Panel installed onto store fixture
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Additional examples of CNC laser etching & CNC laser cutting technology applications:
Tools "marked" with identification numbers for FOD compliance.
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Maple letters profile cut from supplied artwork curves. The letters are part of museum signage.
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