High-Precision CNC Cutting Machines | Furniture manufacturing, prototyping, aerospace parts | Precision: ±0.02mm (ISO 230-2) ▲ Advanced: ±0.01mm Power: 9kW (IEC 60034) ▲ Advanced: 11kW Automation: Full automation (ISO 9283) | High accuracy for complex shapes, handles diverse materials (metal/plastic/textile), programmable via CAD software | Higher upfront cost, requires skilled operators, maintenance-intensive |
Laser Cutters | Engraving, thin metal/plastic cutting | Power: 100–500W (IEC 60825) Material Thickness: Up to 30mm (ASTM E8) ▲ Advanced: 50mm Speed: 15m/min (ISO 23543) | Clean cuts without tool wear, fast for thin materials, minimal material waste | Limited to certain materials, high energy consumption, safety hazards (laser exposure) |
Plasma Cutters | Heavy-duty metal fabrication | Current Output: 200–600A (IEC 60974) Cutting Speed: 2–5m/min (AWS G2.1) ▲ Advanced: 7m/min | Rapid cutting of thick metals (up to 150mm), portable for field use | High noise (120 dB), produces hazardous fumes, requires ventilation systems |
Waterjet Cutters | Delicate or abrasive material cutting | Water Pressure: 30,000–60,000 PSI (ASME B31.1) Abrasive Flow: 0.8–1.5kg/min (ISO 18223) | Cuts any material (including composites), no heat-affected zones | Slow speed (1–3m/min), high water/abrasive consumption, bulky setup |
Manual Cutting Tools | Small-scale workshops, DIY projects | Blade Durability: 50+ cuts (ASTM F790) Portability: Lightweight (<10kg) | Low cost, no electricity required, easy to repair | Labor-intensive, limited precision (±1mm), unsafe for untrained users |
Rotary Die Cutters | Mass production of uniform shapes | Speed: 100–300 cuts/min (ISO 14262) Die Accuracy: ±0.1mm (ISO 10360) ▲ Advanced: ±0.05mm | High throughput for bulk production, consistent quality | Expensive die tooling, material-specific, requires downtime for die changes |