12 kW fibre laser operating at ECAD
An HSG G3015H V2 12 kW fibre laser operates at our plant at ul. Elektronowa 6 in Lodz. Here we explain what we cut on it, what sheet size fits on the bed and what happens to the part after cutting.
The 12 kW fibre laser is our machine for cutting sheet metal: a single machine for steel, stainless steel, aluminium, brass and copper, from one-offs to batch production. Below is the information you need before you send your drawing for a quote: materials and thicknesses, sheet size, post-cutting operations and what to include in your enquiry.
12 kW fibre laser: what we cut on it
The 12 kW power output also makes it possible to cut thick sheet metal. The table shows the maximum thicknesses for each material. Full machine details and capabilities are described on the sheet metal laser cutting page.
| Material | Maximum thickness |
|---|---|
| Structural steel | up to 40 mm |
| Structural steel with high-quality edge | up to 20 mm |
| Stainless steel | up to 40 mm |
| Aluminium | up to 40 mm |
| Brass | up to 16 mm |
| Copper | up to 12 mm |
The thicknesses listed are the maximum values for the machine. We confirm the thickness and edge quality for a specific order when preparing the quote.
We also cut structural steel above 20 mm, discussing the edge quality at the quoting stage because it depends on the material and drawing requirements. The same machine handles single parts and batch runs, so you can send either a single part or a complete set of parts for an assembly for a quote.
3000 × 1500 mm sheet and cutting programme
The laser bed accommodates 3000 × 1500 mm sheets. Cutting programmes—part nesting on the sheet and cutting paths—are prepared in SigmaNEST.
Deburring and bending in a single order
After cutting, we deburr the parts to remove sharp burrs from the edges. If the drawing requires bending, we bend them on a press brake—our Trumpf TruBend 7050 (bending length up to 1530 mm). If the parts are to form an assembly, we weld them in our welding shop.
We perform cutting, deburring, bending and welding at a single plant, so you do not need to transport semi-finished products between different companies.
When to choose plasma or waterjet instead of laser
Not every part starts on the laser. Thicker structural steel—where a laser-quality edge is not required because the part will be welded or machined anyway—can be cut with plasma. Plastics, stone and parts that must not be exposed to heat at the cut edge are cut with waterjet. At the quoting stage, we match the cutting method to the material, thickness and downstream operations.
What to include in a cutting enquiry
We accept orders starting from a single piece. We do not publish fixed prices in advance: we quote based on a drawing or 3D model, and the price depends on the material, thickness, cutting length, quantity, deburring, bending and lead time. The pricing rules are explained on the cutting and bending price list page. Along with your drawing, please specify:
- material grade and sheet metal thickness,
- quantity,
- whether the parts require deburring, bending or welding,
- required delivery date.
We will reply with a quote or ask for any missing details. The other machines at our plant, from bending to CNC machining, are listed in our machine park.
Our plant at ul. Elektronowa 6 in Lodz is open Monday to Friday from 8:00 to 16:00. On-site parking and vehicle access are available, and you can bring your part during opening hours without an appointment.
