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Tube Laser Cutting Service

tube laser cutting service

Our Tube Laser Cutting Capabilities

Machines Operating

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Process Features

Fast, Accurate Tube Processing

Typical Geometry

Tubes & Profiles

Typical Applications

Frames, Tubes, Structural Parts

tube laser cutting capabilities

Surface Finishing Solutions for Tube Laser Cut Parts

  • Anodizing
  • Anodizing
  • Bead Blasting
  • Bead Blasting
  • Electrocoating
  • Electrocoating
  • Electroplating
  • Electroplating
  • Polishing
  • Polishing
  • Powder Coating
  • Powder Coating
  • Sand Blasting
  • Sand Blasting
  • Tumbling
  • Tumbling
Before Surface Finishing
After Surface Finishing
what is tube laser cutting
What is Tube Laser Cutting?

Tube laser cutting is a sheet metal fabrication process that uses a focused laser beam to cut and process tubular metal materials according to a digital design. The laser can create precise profiles, holes, slots, notches, and other features on the surface of a tube or pipe.

Compared with conventional tube cutting methods, laser processing can produce multiple features in different orientations without requiring separate cutting operations for each feature.

what is tube laser cutting
How does Tube Laser Cutting work?

Tube laser cutting creates tubular parts by rotating and positioning the tube while a focused laser follows programmed cutting paths. Here are the processes of tube laser cutting at 3DSPRO:

Process: Manufacturability check.
white_arrow_hollowImport the CAD file and review the tubular part geometry.
white_arrow_hollowSelect the appropriate material, tube profile, and wall thickness.
white_arrow_hollowDetermine the required cutting method and processing parameters.
white_arrow_hollowGenerate and optimize cutting paths.
white_arrow_hollowLoad and position the tube on the machine.
white_arrow_hollowSecure the tube and calibrate its position.
white_arrow_hollowTube laser cutting machine operating.
white_arrow_hollowRemove the cut tube from the machine.
white_arrow_hollowInspect cut profiles, holes, slots, and other features.
white_arrow_hollowPerform deburring or edge finishing if required.
white_arrow_hollowBending, welding, or surface finishing (optional).
white_arrow_hollowQuality inspection. Packing and shipping.
how does tube laser cutting work?

Tube Laser Cutting Applications

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Clamp Spring Clip
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Custom Stainless Steel Part
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Custom Copper Part

Pros and Cons of Tube Laser Cutting

tube laser cutting advantages
Pros

1. Produces precise holes, slots, notches, and profiles directly on tubular materials.

2. Can process round, square, and rectangular tubes.

3. Reduces the need for multiple machining or cutting operations.

4. Supports complex tube geometries and features in different orientations.

5. Suitable for prototypes, custom components, and production parts.

tube laser cutting disadvantages
Cons

1. Tube dimensions and profiles are limited by the machine's processing capacity.

2. Heat generated during laser cutting can affect cut edges and surrounding material.

3. Complex tubular assemblies may still require bending, welding, or additional fabrication processes.

4. Larger or thicker tubes may require specialized equipment and processing parameters.

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