Custom Sheet Metal Fabrication & Laser Cutting Services

Sheet metal cutting is a manufacturing process that involves cutting flat stock material along defined contours to create specific shapes. This process is typically performed using a high-powered CNC laser or water jet.

Custom designs can be cut from a variety of materials, from small batches to large-scale production, including plastics, elastomers, composites, and metals. Sheet metal cutting is also a typical blank preparation step for other manufacturing processes, such as sheet metal fabrication or metal stamping.

This table contains general information concerning Hongsinn’s sheet cutting services. Learn more about our official sheet cutting manufacturing standards.

Hongsinn's sheet cutting services utilize top-tier laser cutting and water jet suppliers in the US and globally. Our manufacturers convert CAD drawings and design data into machine code, directing the laser, water jet, or plasma cutter to precisely cut sheet material.

If any assembly or post-processing is required, our manufacturers will provide turnkey processing of the part. The efficiency and precision of these CNC-controlled cutting tools, combined with Hongsinn's diverse range of materials, suppliers, and post-processing options, ensure you receive parts suitable for a wide range of applications. We regularly support industries such as aerospace, defense, automotive, energy, industrial, medical, dental, art, robotics, and consumer goods.

The price you see is the price you pay. When ordering prototypes—parts or models designed for non-commercial use—the price displayed at checkout includes customs duties for international orders. Shipping is also included, as long as your package is standard size. Please note that freight or oversized packages may incur additional shipping charges.

Laser cutting is a commonly used method that uses concentrated heat to create two-dimensional contour cuts, typically producing kerfs under 0.010 inches. It is suitable for cutting thin metals and plastics and is also well-suited for engraving and part marking.

In contrast, water jet cutting uses high-pressure water to cut through materials without applying heat, making it ideal for thicker metals and heat-sensitive materials. Water jets produce wider kerfs (0.040"-0.050") but maintain the same general tolerances as lasers, approximately ±0.010 inches. They excel at cutting soft materials such as foams, gaskets, and certain plastics that may release hazardous gases when heated.

Hongsinn partners with multiple suppliers offering both laser and water jet cutting, ensuring that each project is automatically matched with the right supplier.