A sheet metal cutter is a power tool that cuts metal plates
into various shapes and silhouettes with a handheld tin snip,
electric shear, scissor, nibbler, laser beam, wire, plasma,
oxyacetylene flame, and water jet. Sheet metal cutters can
cut cold rolled sheets (SPCC) and hot rolled sheets (SHCC),
galvanized steel, copper (true copper), copper, aluminum
sheet (6061, 6063, duralumin), aluminum profiles, stainless
steel (mirror, brushed, frosted). Although traditional sheet
metal cutting tool has their unique advantages, however,
its cutting accuracy, quality and speed are far inferior to
those of laser sheet metal cutting machines.
Laser Sheet Metal Cutter Applied Industries
Laser sheet metal cutters are widely applied across various industries due to their accuracy, speed and efficiency, including aerospace for creating complex components, automotive
manufacturing for precision part cutting and shaping, advertising sign making, precision machinery manufacturing, personalized customization for metal home decorations and
cabinets, tool and die creation, medical device manufacturing, electronics for precision circuit board production, construction for structural metal cuts, jewelry for intricate designs
, and general metal fabricators.
Laser Cuttable Sheet Metal Materials
Laser sheet metal cutting machines are versatile tools used to cut a wide range of metal materials, including stainless steel, carbon steel, mild steel, tool steel, galvanized steel,
silicon steel, aluminum, brass, copper, nickel, titanium, magnesium, iron, silver, gold, and various alloys, making them ideal for modern metal fabrication. They are able to quickly
and precisely cut through thin sheets using lower laser power, and thicker plate using higher laser power, resulting in smooth and clean cuts for intricate designs, prototypes, and
production runs, enhancing efficiency and product quality.
How Does A Laser Cut Through Sheet Metal?
A laser cutting machine uses a DSP or CNC controller (with CAM software) to focus a high-powered laser beam onto sheet metal, heating and melting or vaporizing the material along
a CAD-designed tool path to create precise metal cuts. Laser metal cutters work with an auxiliary gas (such as oxygen or nitrogen) to blow away the slag to prevent oxidation for clean
cuts, and laser cutting far exceeds traditional mechanical cutting in terms of precision and speed, making it an ideal tool for cutting complex geometries and intricate edges in modern
sheet metal fabrication.

Cutting Thickness and Speed:

Sheet Metal Laser Cutter Machine Technical Parameters
Machine body | Machine structure precision machining welding bed, quench and tempering heat treatment |
Laser head | Raytools BM110 laser head with autofocus |
Motor and drivers | Japan Fuji servo motor and drivers |
Control System | Bochu 2000E control system |
Laser source | Max laser source |
Transmission | X,Y, import Taiwan YYC helical rack and , Z axis Taiwan TBI ball screw |
Rail guide | Taiwan import original Hiwin rail guide, high accuracy, not easy rust, keep long lifetime. |
Water chiller | S&A water chiller1500 W |
Exhaust fan | 1500W exhaust fan |
Reducer | Japan Shimpo reducer |
Pneumatic accessories | Japan SMC |
Component | Electronic Component French Schneider |
Supported Graphic Formats | NC PLT, DXF, BMP, AI, DST, DWG, etc |
Working temperature | Indoor temperature is OK. |
Years of warranty | 2 years warranty |
Consumables:

How Much Does A Sheet Metal Laser Cutter Cost?
There is a wide variety in the types of sheet metal laser cutters based on table size, features, quality, stability, productivity, durability, performance and origin which all factor into
a sheet metal laser cutter's price.
If you average all the different sheet metal laser cutters on the market, you'll arrive at a price of $10,000, which is now, as of 2026, skewed heavily to affordable consumer laser sheet
metal cutters for home and hobbyist use.
Pre-Sale Service for Laser Sheet Metal Cutting System
Free Sample Cutting Service
For free sample cutting/testing, please send us your CAD file (.plt or .ai), we will do the cutting in our factory and make a video to show you the cutting process and result or
send samples to you to check the cutting quality.
Progressing Solution Design
According to the customer’s product processing requirement, we can design a unique solution that supports higher manufacturing efficiency and better processing quality
for customers.
Customized Machine Design
According to the customer's application, we may revise our machine according to the customer's convenience and high production efficiency.
After-Sale Service for Laser Sheet Metal Cutting Machine

1. We will supply the laser machine with a training video and user's manual in English for installation, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting, and shall give technical guidance
by remote, such as TeamViewer, E-mail, Telephone, Mobile, WhatsApp, Skype, 24/7 online chat, and so on when you meet some problem of installation, operation or adjusting.
(Recommended)
2. You can come to our laser machine factory for training. We will offer professional guidance. Direct and effective face-to-face training. Here we have assembled equipment, all sorts of
tools, and a testing facility. Training Time: 3~5 days (Recommended)
3. Our engineer will do a door-to-door instruction training service at your local site. We need your help to deal with the visa formality, prepaid traveling expenses, and accommodation
for us during the business trip and service period before their dispatch. It's better to arrange a translator (if not English-speaking) for our engineers during the training period.
Sheet Metal Laser Cutter Maintenance Tips
You can keep your sheet metal laser cutter running smoothly and lasting as long as possible. Regular upkeep helps improve accuracy and prevent costly repairs. Following these tips helps
keep your sheet metal laser cutter in top condition, ensuring accurate cuts and smooth operation. Here are some easy maintenance tips to follow.
1. Clean the Lens: Dust and debris can affect the laser's accuracy. Wipe the lens with a soft, clean cloth regularly to maintain clear laser output.
2. Check the Cooling System: Ensure the cooling system is functioning properly. A well-maintained cooling system prevents overheating and protects the machine from damage.
3. Inspect the Nozzles: Regularly check the laser nozzles for any blockages. Clean or replace them as needed to ensure efficient cutting performance.
4. Lubricate Moving Parts: Apply a light lubricant to moving parts like rails and bearings. This reduces friction and wear over time.
5. Tighten Screws and Bolts: Vibrations during operation can loosen screws and bolts. Check and tighten them regularly to keep the machine stable.
6. Monitor Air and Gas Levels: Ensure air or gas supplies used for cutting are at the correct levels. This ensures consistent cutting performance.
FAQs
If you would like to get a free quote for the best and budget-friendly laser sheet metal cutter, please answer a few questions below and let us know via email so we can recommend
an ideal laser machine and quote you an affordable price.
1. Do you need to cut sheet metal, tubing, or both?
2. If you plan to cut tubing, what is the maximum length, diameter, and thickness of your tubing?
3. If you plan to cut sheet metal, what is the maximum working area required?
4. What types of metal materials do you need to cut? For what business? (Application)
5. Do you have experience in using and operating a sheet metal laser cutting machine?
6. Are you an end user or a distributor (wholesale and retail prices vary)?
7. How can we get in touch with you (Email or WhatsApp)?
8. What is the nearest seaport to your destination (for calculating shipping costs and final price)?
After Sales Service and Warranty
1> The machine warranty 2 years
2> 20 sets consumable parts Nozzle free ,10 sets protect lens free
3>
a> During the warranty period, in case of failure or part damage (except human factors and force majeure factors), the seller shall be responsible for free repair.
The parts need to be replaced will be provide from the seller for free (except the wear-quick part)
b> After the warranty period expired, the buyer only need to pay the actual maintenance cost
c> UNISTAR laser will make return visit of customers at regular time one year
4> We can offer engineers go abroad installation and training , 150USD/One day
Customer offer engineer come and back tickets fees living and eating. Usually it takes 7 days finished training
The training subject as below :
a> How to connect machine and assemble if machine is taken apart
b> How to maintain machine at daily time; how to operate machine;
c> If happen urgently things , how to dealt with;
d> When cutting different thickness material , how to set the parameter.
e> Control system and drawing design training so on
What is a Laser Cutting Machine?
A laser cutting machine is a high-precision manufacturing tool that uses a high-powered laser beam as a knife to separate materials into multiple parts with clean and smooth
cut edges, creating high-quality shapes and contours. Typically, fiber lasers specialize in cutting metals, while CO2 lasers are used to cut wood, cloth, leather, paper, plastic,
and acrylic.
What is a Laser Metal Cutter?
A laser metal cutter refers to an automated cutting tool that uses a high-energy fiber laser beam with the instructions of a CNC controller to cut through steel, aluminum, titanium,
brass and copper, resulting in precision metal parts.
How to Buy a Laser Cutter for Metal?
Getting an ideal laser cutter for metal is not a one-day job. You'll have to invest a lot of time to discover and compare before you can find a machine that's worth your money and gets
the most out of it. To this end, UNISTAR has outlined 5 beginner-friendly steps based on years of experience. Whether you are a novice or a professional, you can get started easily.
Step 1: Evaluate your needs of metal fabrication, such as cutting table size, metal material length, width and thickness, laser type and power, and set a budget you can afford.
Step 2: Explore and research the right models for your needs from popular manufacturers, read customer reviews online and compare their features and costs.
Step 3: Go to the manufacturer's website or contact your local dealer for a real-life demo or free quote.
Step 4: If possible, join online forum communities such as Reddit, Maker Forums, Signs101, and Quora for insights and advice.
Step 5: Once you find your right model, proceed with your purchase through an authorized dealer or directly from the manufacturer, and make sure you acquire necessary spare parts
and safety gear for operation.
Automatic focus cutting head, high cutting effective
● With automatic follow - up system, can according to the height of the plate, adjust the size of the focal length
● The software automatically adjusts the focusing lens to realize automatic perforating and cutting plates of different thickness. The speed of automatically adjusting focus lens is ten times of the manual adjusting
● Collimating lenses and focusing lenses are water-cooled to reduce the warmth of the laser cutting head and extend the service life of the cutting head
Heavy Steel Welding Machine Bed
The groove welding method is used to achieve equal-strength docking of the plates, ensuring the excellent mechanical properties of the bed. Then stress annealing and natural aging treatment are performed to eliminate internal stress and maintain the extremely high stability and cutting accuracy of the bed.
3rd Generation Aviation Aluminum Gantry
It is manufactured with aerospace standards and formed by 4300 tons press extrusion molding. After aging treatment, its strength can reach 6061 T6 which is the strongest strength of all gantries. Aviation aluminum has many advantages, such as good toughness, light weight, corrosion resistance, anti-oxidation, low density, and greatly increase the processing speed.
X and Y axis Gear -Rack Transmission System
● Best cnc laser metal cutting machine adopt Taiwan Hiwin rail guide and YYC helical rack .It is generally used in servo motors for power transmission, so that the fiber laser cutting head can move in the X, Y, and Z directions to achieve the purpose of cutting workpieces of various shapes.
● The meshing degree is better, the transmission is smooth, and the noise is low; the coincidence degree is large, which reduces the load of each pair of gears and improves the load-bearing capacity of the gears.
Transmission and precision
● Taiwan delta servo motor and drivers /Option Japan yaskawa servo motor and driver
● Japan Shimpo recuder .The bed positioning accuracy can reach 0.02mm, and the working life exceeds 10 years.
Intelligent CNC system
● Safe and stable
● IPAD model screen design
● Adopt high-definition tempered glass screen, more delicate and smoother operation
Rich projects, comprehensive optimization of computing power algorithms, process flow, and empty line control
Laser Source (can Optional)
● Raycus brand
● Max Brand
● Germany IPG brand
S&A water chiller
Professional cooling systems, refrigeration temperatures are shown in table, the water temperature in excess of the prescribed temperature refrigeration unit automatically when cooling, refrigeration unit automatically stops when the water temperature below the specified temperature refrigeration
Affordable Laser Cutter for Sheet Metal Cutting Projects
Affordable Laser Cutter for Sheet Metal Cutting Projects




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