What Is the CNC Cut Method?

Precision Range

±0.005–0.5mm

Depending on method and material

Material Thickness

0.1–300mm

From thin plastics to thick steel

Production Speed

Up to 1000 parts/hour

With optimized nesting

1. CNC Laser Cutting

Dude, laser cutting is the Swiss Army knife of CNC. Uses a high-powered laser beam
(CO₂, fiber, or Nd:YAG) to melt, vaporize, or burn through material. No physical contact with the workpiece.

Here’s the real tea – fiber lasers are taking over in 2026. They’re 3x faster than CO₂
for metals and use 50% less energy. We just upgraded our shop with 500W fiber lasers, and let me tell you,
the difference is night and day.

2026 Material Selection Tip

Dude, test before you commit! We always do a small test run (10–20 parts)
before full production. This saves us from costly mistakes. And always ask for material certifications
– especially for medical and aerospace parts.

Inspection Methods

Here’s how we catch defects before they leave our shop.
Every CNC cut part goes through multiple inspection steps to ensure it meets your exact specifications.

2026 Compliance Tip

Dude, get certified! Having the right certifications isn’t just a piece of paper –
it’s your ticket to doing business with major companies. We’ve seen certified suppliers get
30% more quotes than non-certified ones.

2026 Predictions

Which CNC cutting method should I choose?

Bro, let me break it down – use laser for thin metals/plastics, plasma for thick metals,
waterjet for heat-sensitive materials. Here’s the real tea – most parts can be cut with
multiple methods, but one will always be cheaper and faster. We’ll help you choose the right one.

How much does CNC cutting cost?

Prices range from $50–$500 per part depending on size, material, and complexity.
Here’s what affects cost:

• Material: Titanium costs 10x more than aluminum
• Thickness: Thicker = more time = more cost
• Tolerance: Tighter tolerances require slower feeds
• Quantity: 100+ parts cost 30% less than single pieces

What file formats do you accept?

We accept DWG, DXF, AI, PDF, STEP, and SolidWorks files.
Pro tip: DXF files are the most reliable for 2D cutting.
If you have a different format, just ask – we can probably convert it.

How long does it take to get parts?

Samples: 1–3 days
Small batches (1–50 parts): 3–7 days
Large batches (50+ parts): 7–14 days
Rush service: Available for 50% extra cost
Dude, we’re fast – but quality always comes first.

What’s the smallest tolerance you can hold?

We regularly hold ±0.005mm on laser-cut parts, and ±0.1mm
on plasma-cut parts. But here’s the thing – tighter tolerances cost more.
We’ll work with you to find the perfect balance between precision and cost.

Do you offer design services?

Absolutely! Our engineering team can help you optimize your design for CNC cutting.
We’ll make sure it’s manufacturable, cost-effective, and meets all your requirements.
Fun fact: Design optimization can reduce costs by 20–40%.

Aerospace Bracket

Challenge: 2mm aluminum bracket with ±0.01mm tolerance

Solution: Fiber laser cutting with precision fixturing

Results: Part completed in 15 minutes vs 2 hours with waterjet

Customer: Major aerospace manufacturer

Lessons Learned: Laser was 80% faster and 50% cheaper than waterjet

Medical Device Housing

Challenge: 1mm stainless steel housing with complex geometry

Solution: Laser cutting with nitrogen assist gas

Results: Clean edges, no post-processing needed

Customer: Medical device startup

Lessons Learned: Nitrogen gas eliminated oxidation and reduced costs

Construction Beam

Challenge: 50mm steel beam with multiple cutouts

Solution: Plasma cutting with automated nesting

Results: 10 beams cut in 2 hours, 98% material utilization

Customer: Construction company

Lessons Learned: Automated nesting reduced material waste by 25%