Laser cutting is a popular type of metal processing

Without a technological process called metal cutting, it is impossible to manufacture metal parts. During the operation of the cutting tool, the master or operator sets the required dimensions and shape. Metal is cut and cut using both modern high-tech equipment and hand tools.
Types of cutting tool
The simplest cutting tools and equipment are used:
– scissors for metal;
– hacksaws for metal;
– electric machines for cutting metal, on which special abrasive elements are mounted;
– guillotines. Such equipment is used at combines and factories where it is required to produce parts for local use.
Mechanical or small electrical tools are used in small industries. Usually these are companies for the manufacture of piece goods.
On an industrial scale, more complex equipment is used that works on different cutting materials or substances.
Plasma cutting of metal is used when it is necessary to make parts from black or non-ferrous. It all depends on what kind of gas is used. Active gases work with ferrous metal. Inactive gases are used when it is necessary to cut parts made of non-ferrous metals. The main advantage of plasma cutting is its speed. This method is used in the case of a large order for metal products.
Laser cutting of metal is a high-tech process that involves working with a laser beam. During the cutting process, the beam accurately and evenly cuts the metal according to the specified parameters. After such cutting, additional surface treatment is not required. It is possible to cut parts with a complex contour.
Water jet metal cutting or water jet metal cutting works with the help of a water jet that falls at high speed. Particles of abrasive material of the desired fraction are used. This method is used when you need to make a small number of products. Waterjet cutting is a rather slow way of cutting metal. The quality of the products remains high. Moreover, this method can be used when cutting materials that are sensitive to temperature changes.
In large industries, machine tools with program control work. The operator sets the parameters for the machine, and it automatically cuts the parts. This method is used for the manufacture of parts for aircraft construction, the space industry, and large-scale engineering. Its main advantage is accuracy, and the absence of a “human factor” in the work.