There are many ways to cut sheet metal based on the scope of the user and required return that a business may need. The process of cutting the flat pattern from a sheet metal can be done through a variety of different methods. The following chart will show you some of the most common types of sheet metal cutting.
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Cutting Methods |
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| Hand Tools | Bench Tools | Power Tools | Heat Cutting | Plasma Cutting | |
| Description: | Using snips/shear or hacksaw | Bench shears or band saw | Power shears, grinders, or nibbler. | Oxy-torch, handheld plasma torch | CNC Plasma machine |
| Flexibility | Low | Low | Medium | Medium | Very High |
| Speed | Very Slow | Slow | Medium | Medium | Very High |
| Accuracy | Very Low | Low | Low | Low | Very High |
| Finish | Poor | Poor | Mixed | Poor | Excellent |
| Cost | $20 | $100-$1000 | $200+ | $500+ | $25,000 + |
When determining which method of sheet metal cutting is right for you, it is pivotal to take into consideration the factors of flexibility, speed, accuracy, finish, cost and automation.
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