Manufacturing Services: Fiber Laser Cutting

E.H. Schwab sees the opportunity to reduce cost through design and tolerance modification in non-critical areas on many projects. Involve us early in the design process and see the savings for years to come.

Fiber laser cutting technology delivers world-class quality and consistency in metal cutting. Our 2000 watt fiber laser can cut ferrous and non-ferrous metals with ease in thicknesses up to 0.500" thick for mild steel, 0.187" thick for stainless steel and 0.250" thick for aluminum. Alternating transfer tables hold sheets up to 60" x 120", and allow for loading and unloading while the machine is cutting.

In this video, we’re cutting a 0.187” thick steel mounting bracket for a piece of industrial cleaning equipment. We ship 500-1000 brackets per release throughout the year. This particular bracket shown is made of cold rolled steel, and is cut to a tolerance of +/- 0.003” on all dimensions.

Advantages of Fiber Laser Cutting with E.H. Schwab:

Our two alternating 60” x 120” tables can process large sheets quickly and economically. One is loaded and unloaded while the other is cutting.
We offer unparalleled high parts production and first-class cutting quality,depending on laser power for thin to medium-thick sheet metal
The fiber laser’s energy efficiency means very low power consumption compared to traditional CO2 machines
Fiber laser cutting means lower operating costs, since minimal energy is used and less laser gas is required.
Fiber laser cutting offers high flexibility. Even non-ferrous metals can be processed easily, with excellent quality.
A sleek, compact design means minimal floor space.

Machine Specifications

Power: 2000 watt
Wavelength: 1070 nm
Cutting Area: x = 120”, y = 60”, Z = 2.75”
Positioning Accuracy: +/- 0.004”
Repeatability: +/- 0.002”
The fiber laser’s energy efficiency equates to very low power consumption, compared to traditional CO2 machines.
Lower operating costs since minimal energy is used and less laser gas is required.
High flexibility. Even non-ferrous metals can be easily processed with excellent quality.
Steel: 0.500” maximum
Stainless Steel: 0.187” maximum
Aluminum: 0.300” maximum
Brass: 0.160” maximum
Copper: 0.120” maximum

Industry-leading fiber laser technology provides World Class capabilities and efficiencies

A sampling of laser cut parts in steel, stainless steel, aluminum, galvannealed steel and copper

0.050” thick 304 stainless steel

0.050” thick 304 stainless steel 3” diameter sample showing etched logo, 0.002 wide common border, and cut EHS logo at the top with 0.006” wall between cuts.

0.025” thick 400-series stainless steel gears