Laser Cutting Mild Steel We’re quite often asked why laser cutting stainless steel is more expensive than laser cutting mild steel. There are 3 main reasons for this: Higher Material Costs: Stainless steel is far more durable and has better resistance to rust than mild steel. For example, 316 stainless steel is used in the […]
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We can cut mild steel from 0.5mm thick right up to 20mm thick and offer a powdercoating service when you require corrosion protection or for aesthetic purposes. If you want to know a bit more about mild steel, it’s explained below: Mild steel is a type of low carbon steel that is widely used in
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Laser cutting is known for its high level of accuracy and precision. The accuracy of laser cutting depends on several factors, including the type of laser used, the quality of the equipment, the thickness and type of material being cut, and the expertise of the operator. Here are some key points to consider regarding the
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The Co2 laser is one of the earliest gas lasers. It was developed by Kumar Patel in 1964 and is still one of the most valuable lasers today. Carbon dioxide lasers are widely used in skin resurfacing and cosmetic procedures because they precisely target and treat various skin conditions, making laser treatment effective for scarring, photoaging, and
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SPIE On January 28th at a ceremony held during SPIE Photonics West 2025, Max-IR Labs was announced the winner of the $10,000 top prize at the 15th annual SPIE Startup Challenge, a pitch competition that showcases new optics- and photonics-based businesses, products, and technologies to address critical needs. Max-IR Labs’ AquaCarbon Monitor is set to
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Laser cut mild steel can be used for a multitude of different applications in engineering and general fabrication. Some of the areas to consider when using GF Laser for laser cutting mild steel are: 1. Material Thickness:Laser cutting is suitable for a range of material thicknesses. The thickness of the mild steel will affect the
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On January 29th at a gala during SPIE Photonics West 2025, SPIE announced its Prism Awards winners. The awards reflect the rapidly growing trajectory, exciting latest developments, and rich technical innovations across photonics and photonics-enabled industries. This year, the annual ceremony honored a range of established and emerging companies applying innovative and creative solutions to
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axis laser Can you cut bevels with a 5 axis laser? If not why not? A 5-axis laser system typically refers to a machine that can move a laser head in five different axes of motion. These axes are usually defined as X, Y, Z, and two additional rotational axes (A and B). In theory
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January’s photonics-related IP activities include 43 cases concerning various technologies, including cameras, imaging systems, and image processing; displays; lighting and light sources; optical communications; solar cells; automotive applications; sensors; and eyewear. Here are the summaries. Cameras, imaging systems, and image processing On January 3rd, the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB, a branch of the
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Do you have a minimum order charge for laser cutting? We get many enquiries each month about whether we have a minimum order charge for “one-offs” or low volume laser cutting. For Oxygen laser cutting we have a minimum order charge of £70.00 and for Nitrogen laser cutting we have a minimum order charge of
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