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Does SendCutSend offer beveling or 3D cutting?

We offer beveling and 3D cutting in billet stock with our CNC machining service. CNC machining is not available for laser cut sheet and plate.

What size gauges can you cut?

At SendCutSend we provide all of our material options in imperial and metric systems so there’s no confusion on what size material you’re ordering. We offer aluminum, brass, copper, mild steel and stainless steel in numerous gauge sizes.

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).

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.

Do I need to compensate for kerf in my design?

You don’t need to compensate for kerf in your design since we account for it on our end. However you should consider cut tolerance, material thickness tolerance, and bending tolerances. See the FAQ for more information on kerf and tolerances!

What’s the thickest material stocked by SendCutSend?

We offer .500″ (1/2″) thick plate in a variety of materials, and up to .750″ thick plate in 6061 aluminum. Additionally, our CNC machining service enables dimensional cutting in 6061 aluminum billet. See our Material Catalog for all sheet and plate stock thickness info.

How do you calculate pricing for laser cutting?

We calculate over two dozen factors to give you the most accurate price possible, including material, stock thickness, weight, quantity, and the overall design. Visit our pricing page for complete details!