Versatility is one of the many advantages of laser cutting. For this reason, product customization with laser cutting is much preferred and widely used. Needless to say, different materials would require specific laser cut machines to cut your designs successfully.
To understand the versatility of laser cutters, check out some of the best materials that laser cutters can handle.
Foam
Great for package cushioning, Polyethylene foam can protect your products from vibration and impact especially during shipment. What's more, since laser cutters have the ability to cut even the most intricate designs, all the parts of your products are properly cushioned. Polyurethane foam, EVA foam, and silicone foam are other types of foam that work best with laser cutters.
Paper
From wedding invitations to picture books, laser cut paper allows you to show off your creativity with a personal touch. It is cost-effective and lets you create countless designs. Furthermore, laser cutters melt and vaporize the unwanted parts of the material without burning the edges of your paper.
Wood
From toys to architectural models, laser cutters allow you to engrave designs on wood easily. Some laser cutters can cut different wood types up to 20mm thick. With its speed and reliability, you can get your customized product in a matter of minutes.
Leather
Even luxury brands like Gucci are now customizing their bags by allowing customers to choose the letter applique they want on their leather bags. From belts to wallets, leather is a good material if you want to laser cut your very own monogram or custom design. You could laser cut nubuck, suede, natural, and synthetic leather without a sweat.
Metal
From stainless steel to copper, laser cutters can cut metals up to ¼ inch thick. With laser cutters, you can make major ideas come to life the easy way. Seamless metal countertops, nostalgic metal signs, and creative metal wall art are all possible with laser cutters.
Indeed, laser cutting has greatly contributed to the evolution of product customization. So, if you want functionality and creativity in your custom design, have your custom projects laser cut.
The Fibermak Momentum Gen-2 3KW of Baseline Custom Fabrication Ltd can cut the most complex parts in metals like stainless steel, aluminum, copper, and brass. With its extreme high tolerances, accuracy and speed, we can laser cut size plates with holes in any radius, any size and any design you want.
Also, we make sure our clients receive high quality Canadian made products. All our custom products are made to suit customer needs and guarantee satisfaction.