Fiber Laser Cutting Machine
A CNC fiber laser cutting machine cuts metal sheets into parts, panels, letters and detailed shapes for fabrication, signage and manufacturing. Suitable materials include carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminium alloy and brass, with cutting capacity depending on the laser power and material.
Our fiber laser cutter machine configurations offer 1.5kW and 3kW fiber laser sources with working areas of 610 × 610mm or 1,300 × 1,300mm. Both power options are available in each working-area size, allowing you to select the cutting capacity and working space that suit your production requirements.
The 1.5kW configuration offers maximum cutting thicknesses of 10mm for carbon steel and 6mm for stainless steel. The 3kW configuration increases these maximums to 16mm and 8mm respectively.
When choosing a laser cutter for metal, consider your material type, cutting thickness, sheet dimensions, required finish and daily production volume. NPC can help you select a suitable sheet metal laser cutting machine for your applications and available workspace.
Fiber Laser Compatible Materials
A fiber laser cutting machine can cut metals such as carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminium, brass and copper. The table below provides a guide to compatible metal materials. Cutting capability varies with the material grade, thickness and laser configuration. Share your material, sheet thickness and required production volume with NPC so we can recommend a suitable machine for your application.
Fiber Laser Compatible Materials |
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| Material | Mark | Engrave | Cut |
| Steel | |||
| Carbon Steel | |||
| Stainless Steel | |||
| Silicon Steel | |||
| Iron | |||
| Inconel Metals | |||
| Aluminum | |||
| Brass | |||
| Copper | |||
| Gold | |||
| Silver | |||
| Magnesium | |||
| Titanium | |||
| Molybdenum | |||
| Nickel-plated | |||
| Coated Metals | |||
| Painted Metals | |||
Laser Cutting Thickness for Different Fiber Power Lasers
Compare the maximum cutting thickness of our 1.5kW and 3kW fiber laser cutting configurations for carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminium alloy, brass and red copper. When choosing a laser cutting machine for metal, consider these figures alongside your sheet dimensions, required finish and daily production needs. NPC can help you select the appropriate laser power and working area for your applications.
Maximum Fiber Laser Metal Cutting Thickness | ||
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| Material | 1.5kW | 3kW |
| Carbon Steel | 10 mm | 16 mm |
| Stainless Steel | 6 mm | 8 mm |
| Aluminium Alloy | 4 mm | 6 mm |
| Brass | 3 mm | 5 mm |
| Red Copper | 1 mm | 2 mm |
Laser Cutting Machine for Metal
A laser metal cutting machine produces flat parts from sheet stock for fabrication, signage, equipment manufacture and decorative work. A CNC laser cutter for metal follows your digital drawing to reproduce the required shapes and designs across a production batch.
Steel Laser Cutting Machine:
A laser steel cutting machine can produce brackets, mounting plates, base plates and flat carbon steel components for subsequent bending, welding or assembly. Tell us the thicknesses you cut most often and how many parts you need per batch, so that our recommendation will reflect your regular workload.
Stainless Steel Laser Cutting Machine:
Typical applications include signage letters, decorative panels, covers and equipment components. Specify the stainless steel grade and required edge finish, especially where the cut edge remains visible or parts need further processing.
Aluminium Laser Cutting Machine:
Aluminium alloy applications include panels, faceplates, mounting plates and lightweight components for signs, displays and equipment. Share your alloy type, sheet dimensions and a sample drawing with NPC so we can assess your cutting requirements.
CO2 Laser Cutting Machine
A CO2 laser cutting machine allows you to cut a wide range of non-metal materials which includes: acrylic, plexiglass, wood, MDF, leather, fabric, rubber, EVA foam, corian, plastic, cork and much more.
The CO2 laser cutters we offer can have either a glass or metal laser tube with the laser power ranging from 30W to 120W (depending on the model). Our entry level 30W laser cutter machine can cut 3mm MDF, 6mm birch plywood, 10mm acrylic, 10mm EVA Foam and 11mm cherry wood in a single pass. On the higher end, our 120W CO2 laser cutters offer sufficient power to cut 15mm MDF, 18mm birch plywood, 20mm cherry wood, 20mm acrylic, and 30mm EVA Foam in a single pass.
Additionally, thanks to a pass through feature on select models, the material sizes you can use with our machines range from 500mm x 300mm x 130mm up to 1,600mm x Unlimited Length x 65mm (W x D x H). With this wide range of equipment, we are able to cater to the requirements of startups, businesses, workshops and industrial clients while offering you the ability to handle a wide variety of material sizes and material thicknesses using relatively compact machines.
With the dedicated laser cutting machine software, you can produce very accurate and detailed shapes while maintaining consistency across repeated job batches. Our clients include signage companies, acrylic fabricators, gift suppliers, schools, design studios, packaging businesses, interior décor companies, fashion workshops and production facilities among others.
We can help you choose a suitable CO2 laser cutter based on your applications, material sizes and daily workload. If your main requirement is material cutting, the models on this page are designed specifically for that purpose. If you also need highly detailed engraving as an important part of your work, view our Laser Engraving and Cutting Machine solutions.
Which Materials Can a CO2 Laser Cutter Cut?
CO2 Laser Compatible Cutting Materials | |||
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| Material | Cut | Material | Cut |
| Wood | ✓︎ | Denim | ✓︎ |
| Hardwood | ✓︎ | Leather | ✓︎ |
| Plywood | ✓︎ | Rubber | ✓︎ |
| MDF | ✓︎ | Acrylic | ✓︎ |
| Wood Veneer | ✓︎ | Plexiglass | ✓︎ |
| Melamine | ✓︎ | ABS | ✓︎ |
| Cork | ✓︎ | PETG | ✓︎ |
| Paper | ✓︎ | Polypropylene | ✓︎ |
| Cardboard | ✓︎ | Delrin | ✓︎ |
| Mat Board | ✓︎ | Mylar | ✓︎ |
| Pressboard | ✓︎ | Plastic | ✓︎ |
| Cloth | ✓︎ | Corian | ✓︎ |
| Twill | ✓︎ | Fiberglass | ✓︎ |
Even though many people tend to use the term PVC to refer to “plastic” in general we have noticed that what clients actually want to cut when they mention PVC is either Acrylic, ABS, Traffolyte, Polypropylene or Corian. That being said it is important to note that pure PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) is the material used for the plumbing pipes in your home.
PVC should not be used with a CO2 laser as it will cause the release of chlorine gas and hydrochloric acid which is a health risk and which will damage the laser machine. Vinyl should also not be used with a CO2 laser machine.
Laser Cutter for Wood
A laser cutter for wood can produce accurate letters, panels, components, models and decorative shapes from MDF, plywood, bamboo, hardwood, cherry wood and other laser-compatible wood products. Typical applications include signage, architectural models, packaging prototypes, furniture details, gifts and repeat-production parts.
The cutting result depends on more than laser power. Wood density, moisture and resin content can affect the cutting speed and edge colour, while the adhesives used in plywood and MDF can change how consistently the material cuts. The correct wood laser cutting machine therefore depends on the material type, maximum thickness, sheet dimensions, required level of detail and daily production volume.
For smaller workpieces and lighter production, a compact model from the Bolt Series may be sufficient. Businesses processing larger panels, thicker materials or repeated production batches may benefit from the larger work areas and higher available CO2 laser power of the Nova Plus or Titan Series. NPC can help you compare models based on your actual materials, dimensions and workload.
If your work focuses more on engraving names, logos, photographs or decorative designs onto wood than cutting shapes, view our Laser Engraving Machine page.
The hardwood samples below were cut using an 80W CO2 laser. Each image shows the material thickness, cutting speed and power setting, allowing you to compare the settings used for 3mm, 5mm, 10mm and 15mm hardwood. Actual results can vary according to the wood grade, density, moisture content, focus, air assist and lens configuration.
Plexiglass and Acrylic Laser Cutter
An acrylic laser cutter is one of the most useful machines for signage, branding, awards, display stands, name plates and retail display work. In addition to acrylic, you can also cut ABS, Mylar, Delrin, Polypropylene, PETG and Plexiglass which is commonly used for clear displays, protective covers, signs and custom parts.
Our high quality acrylic laser cutting machine can create clean shapes, letters, panels and display components with sharp, smooth edges and consistent results. This is useful for signage companies, acrylic fabricators, event companies, trophy suppliers, corporate gift suppliers and branding businesses.
If your work includes acrylic letters, logo shapes, desk signs, display boxes, menu stands, awards or retail branding items, NPC can help you choose the correct laser cutting machine based on material size, thickness, finish requirement and production volume.
The acrylic samples below were cut using an 80W CO2 laser. Each image shows the material thickness, cutting speed and power setting, allowing you to compare the settings used for 3mm, 5mm, 10mm and 15mm acrylic. Actual results can vary according to the acrylic grade, focus, air assist, lens configuration and condition of the laser system.
Laser Cutting Machine for Leather, Rubber, EVA Foam, ABS and Two-Tone Materials
A fabric laser cutter can produce accurate patterns, labels, appliqué pieces and garment components for fashion, textile and soft-signage applications. Laser cutting can reduce manual trimming and help maintain consistent shapes across repeated production jobs.
A CO2 laser cutter can also process leather tags, wallet components, branded patches, rubber stamp material, EVA foam inserts, packaging foam, tool trays, plastic parts and two-tone nameplate sheets.
These applications are useful for fashion businesses, gift suppliers, branding companies, packaging manufacturers, stamp makers, schools, workshops and product-customisation businesses. NPC can advise you on machine size, laser power and suitable settings based on your materials and intended applications.
For permanent serial numbers, barcodes, logos and identification marks on metal parts, a Laser Marking Machine is the more suitable option.
Laser Cutting Speed for Different CO2 Power Lasers
The table below provides a quick comparison of single-pass cutting speeds for common materials using selected CO2 laser configurations at different power levels.
Single Pass Cutting Speed |
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| Material / Thickness | 30W | 60W | 100W | 120W |
| Birch Plywood – 3mm | 20 mm/s | 32 mm/s | 45 mm/s | 50 mm/s |
| EVA Foam – 10mm | 20 mm/s | 25 mm/s | 50 mm/s | 70 mm/s |
| Acrylic – 3mm | 15 mm/s | 35 mm/s | 50 mm/s | 60 mm/s |
| Leather – 3mm | 20 mm/s | 23 mm/s | 90 mm/s | 100 mm/s |
| Cork – 3mm | 30 mm/s | 110 mm/s | 150 mm/s | 240 mm/s |
| Mylar – 1.5mm | 20 mm/s | 70 mm/s | 80 mm/s | 85 mm/s |
| Cotton Fabric – 1mm | 50 mm/s | 110 mm/s | 300 mm/s | 300 mm/s |
Note: A small difference in cutting speed of only 10mm/s translates into increased productivity of 288 meters for a single 8-hour working day.
Reference configurations:
– Bolt 30W and Titan/Titan Pro 60W, 100W and 120W RF CO2.
– Published lens sizes are 2 inches for 30W, 60W and 100W, and 3 inches for 120W.
– Maximum controller power settings are 90%, 100%, 90% and 100%, respectively.
– These selected examples use different setups; actual results vary with the material and machine settings.
Laser Cutting Thickness for Different CO2 Power Lasers
Below, you can get an idea of the approximate maximum single-pass cutting thickness for several common materials at different laser power levels. For other materials or applications, our team can provide more detailed guidance.
Maximum CO2 Laser Cutting Thickness |
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| Material | 30W | 60W | 100W | 120W |
| Birch Plywood | 6 mm | 15 mm | 18 mm | 18 mm |
| EVA Foam | 10 mm | 30 mm | 30 mm | 30 mm |
| Acrylic | 10 mm | 20 mm | 20 mm | 20 mm |
| Leather | 3 mm | 3 mm | 3 mm | 3 mm |
| MDF | 3 mm | 15 mm | 15 mm | 15 mm |
Cutting Performance for the Thunder Nova Plus 35 - 60W CO2 RF Laser
Watch the video below to see the real-time cutting performance of a Thunder Nova Plus 35 equipped with a 60W CO2 RF laser source.
The Nova Plus series is available with CO2 laser power up to 120W. Larger configurations can accommodate oversized materials up to 1,660mm wide and 20mm thick through the pass-through system, with unlimited material length supported.
