Guides
How-tos and comparisons for what raises questions before an order: the file, the tolerances, the right material. Written from what we see when we check the drawings that reach us.
How to prepare a DXF for laser cutting
Export a clean DXF from Fusion 360, FreeCAD and Inkscape: units, splines, text and open contours, and what the upload error messages mean.
Read more →Laser cutting tolerances: what ISO 2768-m means
What ISO 2768-m means for a laser-cut part: the limits in one table, what fits without rework, and where to ream or leave clearance.
Read more →DC01 or S355MC: which steel for your part?
DC01 or S355MC for your laser-cut part? Strength, thicknesses, bending and rust protection compared, with a recommendation per use.
Read more →Stainless steel 1.4301 or 1.4404: 304 or 316L?
304 or 316L? When stainless steel 1.4301 is enough and when you need 1.4404: seawater, road salt, pools, with a recommendation per use.
Read more →Aluminium or stainless steel: which suits your part?
Aluminium or stainless steel for your laser-cut part? Weight, stiffness, price, surface and corrosion compared, with a recommendation per use.
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