Will my laser cut sheet metal parts be perfectly flat?

Our typical raw material flatness deviation is +/- 0.030” per foot in our laser cut sheet metals. Individual part flatness depends on the cut geometry and stress relief when material is removed during the cut process, so we’re not able to guarantee the flatness of finished parts.

Learn more about this and how to prevent warping here: Warping in Laser Cutting

Dense laser cut design that has flexed after cutting due to stress release — Sheet metal parts with more than 50% of the material removed are more susceptible to warping during the laser cutting process.

Examples of designs that are more or less likely to warp depending on support and material removed

Take a look at our Density Guidelines for more considerations as well!

In Summary

Will my laser cut sheet metal parts be perfectly flat?

Our typical raw material flatness deviation is +/- 0.030” per foot in our laser cut sheet metals. Individual part flatness depends on the cut geometry and stress relief when material is removed during the cut process, so we’re not able to guarantee the flatness of finished parts.

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