Whats the difference between laser cutting, water jet cutting, and plasma cutting? I have an intricate pattern I want to cut into 3003 aluminum sheet (0.1quot; to .25quot; thick)
Different costs, capabilities, edge conditionThese kinds of things can be quite expensiveGet a quote for each if possibleThen, ask to look at a sample of what it does to the aluminumWater will be the cleanestLaser leaves a little bit of an edge and discolorationPlasma would be way cheaper if it works for al (it should), but does leave a little more discoloration on the edgeBe sure to ask how the machine is programmed as well; if you can generate a program or maybe a point list they can import, you will save a lot.
do you go to dana ? mr.seiples ?
