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What are best practices for minimum geometry?

Make sure all of the geometry in your laser cut part is at least 50% of the material thickness. As an example, if your material is 0.100” thick, the smallest hole you could expect to cut would be 0.050” in diameter.

Any interior geometry smaller than 50% of the material thickness will not be cut accurately by the laser, and the integrity of the design will be lost in the machining process. We want to make sure your parts come out perfectly, so we provide all the resources necessary for you to help us make that happen. Our online laser cutting guidelines, max/min material charts, and our support team will give you all the additional information you need.

What are common problems to look for in my files?

Before you upload your files to SendCutSend, make sure to check for these common problems. As an example, if your material is 0.100” thick, the smallest hole you could expect to cut would be 0.050” in diameter. A safe rule of thumb would be to keep all geometry greater than 1/2 material thickness, and

What are your material size limits?

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.

What materials are available for tapping?

We currently have a variety of sheet metal and plastic materials available for tapping. You can quickly confirm which materials are available for tapping at our Processing Maximums and Minimums page.

What are tabs? How can they be removed?

We use tabs to keep your parts from falling out of the parent sheet during laser cutting, waterjet cutting, or CNC routing. Micro Tabs in Laser and Waterjet Cut Materials For laser cut and waterjet cut materials, we cut a bit of additional material about 0.010”-0.015” thick on the outside of your parts to

What should I expect when I get a part powder coated?

Powder coating will add a 7-10 day lead time to your order. If you are ordering both powder coated and non-powder coated parts, split your order into two so we can ship your non-powder coated parts as soon as they’re done being machined. If your powder coated parts are bent, be aware that the

How do I save money on my project?

Our pricing is based on a number of factors, including material, material thickness, material weight, quantity, shape (geometry), and the overall design. Follow these tips to get the lowest prices on your laser cut parts: Sometimes a design can benefit from a few small tweaks that will lower the price substantially. Read more about

Can I powder coat my bent or tapped part?

Yes, you can powder coated bent and tapped parts but there are a few things to know. If your powder coated parts are bent, be aware that the die witness marks from the press brake will be visible through the coating. At this time, we cannot plug tapped holes before the parts are powder

Do you have a file setup checklist?

Our pre-flight checklist for file setup applies to all our services. Make sure all your part files fit within these guidelines before you send them to us, and we’ll be able to get your parts to you faster and easier. Don’t forget to read up on all our services guidelines as well to make

What are your material maximum and minimum sizes?

Materials behave differently during machining, with capabilities and limitations that vary between materials and their thicknesses. That’s why it’s important to understand the tolerance of specific materials when designing your projects to be laser cut. Before uploading your design to our website check out our general maximum and minimum limitations for all of our materials, and the maximum and minimum material limitations for post processing (bending, tapping, and deburring).

How do I order parts on your website?

We make ordering parts fast and convenient. For a step-by-step guide, check out this video or the steps listed below. Step 1: Head to our homepage and click Get an Instant Quote or navigate to our quote page. Step 2: Drag and drop or select your part files. We accept DXF, DWG, EPS, and

What is the size of your laser kerf?

We compensate for all kerf and line offsets in your design. We change the beam position based on the geometry of the part, and we are able to hold +/- .005″ tolerance or better on most materials. We take care of everything so you don’t have to. Our fiber laser beam diameter varies between roughly 0.006″ and 0.010” depending on the material being cut, but you do not need to make any adjustments to your design to compensate for the kerf in the laser cutter.

What materials are available for bending?

SendCutSend offers a number of high-quality materials in various thicknesses for bending. You can quickly confirm which materials are available for bending at our Processing Maximums and Minimums page.

What are standard production times?

Production times for standard orders without additional services like bending or anodizing are 2-4 business days before shipping. Although we cut and process parts seven days a week, we review orders Monday through Friday to coincide with our shipping carriers. Here’s how our process works: Learn more about our production times and how to

Can I rush my order?

We treat every order as a rush order! Although we are unable to speed up our production, you can add Express, Overnight Shipping at checkout if your order qualifies. This option will not be available for parts shipped outside the US. The express shipping fee will depend on the size and weight of your

What could potentially slow down my order?

We cut and process parts seven days a week, but we review orders Monday through Friday. There are a few things that could potentially slow down your order.

Orders received after noon PST will be processed the next business day;
Orders with notes, special requests etc. will have additional processing time;
Drawings that include notes, borders, dimensions, or bend lines that need to be omitted;
Post processing operations such as deburring, bending, tapping, and powder coating.

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.	.314″
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″

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