What is tube laser cutting and what profiles do you process?
Tube laser cutting is high-precision cutting of tubular stock using a laser beam. We work with round, square, rectangular, and shaped tubes made of steel, stainless steel, and aluminum, as well as angles, channels, and I-beams. The equipment allows end cuts, shaped cutouts, slots, and holes of any shape around the entire tube perimeter.
What is the maximum diameter and wall thickness for laser tube processing?
Maximum diameter for round tubes – up to 220 mm, maximum size for square/rectangular tubes – up to 150×150 mm. Wall thickness of processed tubes ranges from 0.5 to 10 mm depending on the material. For specifics regarding your parameters – contact our process engineers.
What is tube laser cutting used for?
The technology is in demand for manufacturing metal structures, metal furniture, commercial equipment, railings and fences, frames and chassis, ventilation components, and piping systems. Laser cutting provides precise ends for subsequent welding without additional edge preparation.
Can you cut complex shaped holes in a tube with a laser?
Yes – tube laser cutting allows holes and cutouts of any geometric shape along the entire length and perimeter of the tube: round, rectangular, shaped, decorative. This is impossible or very labor-intensive with conventional machining. The CNC program ensures accurate contour repeatability on every part in the batch.
What is the accuracy of tube laser cutting?
Positioning accuracy of the cut on the tube is ±0.1–0.2 mm. This allows parts with tight tolerances, suitable for precise welded structures without fitting. High repeatability ensures consistent results across the entire batch.
What file formats are required to order tube laser cutting?
We accept 3D models in STEP, IGES, SolidWorks formats, as well as 2D DXF/DWG drawings with a flat pattern. If you don’t have drawings, you can send a sketch or sample – our design engineers will perform 3D modeling. This is especially useful for complex parts with non‑standard cutouts.
How is tube laser cutting more advantageous than machining?
Tube laser cutting is significantly faster than machining (saws, lathes), provides a cleaner edge without burrs and end deformation. In serial production, the cost per part is lower due to high processing speed and no tooling costs. Moreover, only a laser can perform shaped cutouts in a tube without special fixtures.
