This typically occurs because the overall flat part size is too large or too small for the material. Please check that the file is setup at 1:1 scale in inch or millimeter units. Ensure the correct unit is set for your part after uploading the file.
We’re unable to guarantee the translucency or light diffusion capability of our white laser cut acrylic. To determine if the material is a good fit for your application, we recommend using our Parts Builder to create and order small test pieces.
Acrylic and polycarbonate parts are cut and shipped with the manufacturer’s protective covering intact. Protective coverings will need to be removed when the parts get to you.
At SendCutSend we stock over 15 different sheet metal types in a wide range of natural unfinished hues. Additionally, we offer anodizing, plating, and powder coating services that can provide red, yellow, gold, green, blue, white, and black surface finishes.
We do not cut tubing or piping. At this time, SendCutSend provides 2D through-cutting in flat media only. Additionally we only cut in-stock materials which include sheet metal, sheet plastics, wood/boards, and composites. Take a look at our Materials Library and Services page to learn more!
We choose the best cutting method for each material, so we aren’t able to use a different cut process upon request for individual orders. You can find the process by material on our design guidelines pages.
We cannot use a smaller CNC router bit size to cut parts upon request. At this time, we cut all CNC routed materials using a 0.125″ bit.
We make it easy for you to confirm material properties from our Materials Library. Each material has a detailed chart that includes specifications and properties.
If you need to know how thick we can cut at SendCutSend, the best way to confirm this is by visiting our Material Minimum and Maximum Sizes chart. There you can find every stock thickness of material we offer and confirm the cutting process (fiber laser, CO2 laser, waterjet, or CNC router). Please note,
Due to safety and procedural risks, SendCutSend does not cut or process raw material that is shipped to us from customers. Additionally, we cannot accept raw material or components from vendors such as McMaster-Carr per request for specific customers or projects. You can choose from dozens of the highest quality materials in a wide
At this time we anodize 5052, 6061, and 7075 aluminum. Many non-ferrous metal materials can be anodized, but aluminum is the best candidate and creates the most successful finish.
When you upload your vector file (DXF, DWG, EPS, or AI format) or STEP/STP format file to our website, the orientation of your part as shown in the 2D part preview will be considered the top side.
If you plan to paint or weld your metal parts after you receive them, you can use acetone to clean them up beforehand and remove all oils.
The cut tolerance for each material depends on the cutting process for that material and specific thickness. You can find this information for each stock thickness on the material pages in our Materials Library. Navigate to the material you need and then scroll down to the Material Details. Select your desired thickness and check
SendCutSend does not offer a food safe production process for any service.
The minimum and maximum part size we offer changes depending on the material and its thickness. We have put together a chart broken down into four categories (Composites, Metals, Plastics, and Wood) so you can see all this information in the same place.
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We have sheet metals, plastics, composites, and wood/boards for every project.
Min and Max part sizes for all our materials
We proudly use hardware by PEM
Aluminum: 5052, 6061, 7075 Steel: Mild, G30
| SKU | SO-440-8 |
| Thread Size | 4-40 x .250″ |
| Hole size in sheet (+0.003/-.0.000) | .168″ |
| Minimum sheet thickness | 0.040″ |
| Maximum sheet thickness | .125″ |
| Fastener material | Steel |
| Minimum distance hole C/L to edge | 0.230″ |
| When determining the distance between two or more fasteners, you can calculate the distance by the formula, C/L to edge + 1/2 the diameter of the second mounting hole. | .345″ |
| Recommended panel material | Steel/Aluminum |
| Coating type | Zinc |
| Length | .250″ |
| Aluminum material ranges (5052, 6061, 7075) | 0.040″-0.125″ |
| Steel material ranges (CRS, HRPO, HR) | 0.048″-0.119″ |
We proudly use hardware by PEM
Stainless Steel: 304, 316
| SKU | SO4-440-8 |
| Thread Size | 440 |
| Hole size in sheet (+0.003/-.0.000) | .166″ |
| Minimum sheet thickness | 0.04″ |
| Maximum sheet thickness | .125″ |
| Fastener material | 400 Stainless Steel |
| Minimum distance hole C/L to edge | 0.230″ |
| When determining the distance between two or more fasteners, you can calculate the distance by the formula, C/L to edge + 1/2 the diameter of the second mounting hole. Example shown with x2 of the same hardware. | .313″ |
| Recommended panel material | Stainless Steel |
| Coating type | Passivated |
| Length | .250″ |
| 304 Stainless Steel material ranges | 0.048″-0.125″ |
| 316 Stainless Steel material ranges | 0.060″-0.125″ |
