What is CNC plasma cutting?
What Is CNC Plasma Cutting? It is the process of cutting electrically conductive materials with an accelerated jet of hot plasma. Steel, brass, copper, and aluminum are some of the materials that can be cut with a plasma torch.
What is the difference between CNC plasma and laser cutting?
Plasma cutters are limited to cutting, however they can cut all types of metal; laser cutters can cut, engrave, and weld. Laser cutters can generally cut metal quicker than plasma cutters and use less energy, making them a more eco-friendly metal cutting option.
Which is better plasma or laser?
Lasers are typically more expensive to operate but offer a level of detail that plasma cutting does not. Therefore, lasers are great for engraving details or cutting out small shapes from the metal, whereas plasma is better for more simple cuts. Plasma cutters can cut through thicker sheets of metal.
How thick can a CNC plasma cutter cut?
A CNC plasma cutter is a reliable way to cut both thick and thin materials. It involves a plasma torch mounted to a CNC drive system, which can cut a steel plate up to 2 1/2 inches thick. More robust computer-controlled torches can cut steel up to six inches thick.