Differences between 2.5D, XY and 3D tube laser cutting

Differences between 2.5D, XY and 3D tube laser cutting

Tubes can be laser cut using 2.5D, XY and 3D techniques. But what exactly are the differences between them? In this article, we explain how each method works and which technique is best suited to your project.

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Materials and operations

Why are 304 and 304L Stainless Steel in a single material name?
Materials and operations

Why are 304 and 304L Stainless Steel in a single material name?

If you regularly order 304 stainless steel sheet metal, you’ve probably come across the designation 304/304L in a material name. In this blog, we explain the difference and why they’re often mentioned together.

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Raex® 400 or Hardox® 400: Which one should you choose?
Materials and operations

Raex® 400 or Hardox® 400: Which one should you choose?

The wear-resistant steel grades Raex® 400 and Hardox® 400 are very similar, but not entirely the same. In this article, we discuss important differences and give advice on which one is best for you.

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The accuracy and tolerances of sheet metal laser cutting
Materials and operations

The accuracy and tolerances of sheet metal laser cutting

The laser cutted metal parts are used for many different applications. Would you like to know how accurately we laser cut sheet metal, which factors affect the accuracy and what our tolerances are?

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Different types of hems in sheet metal
Materials and operations

Different types of hems in sheet metal

Hemming is a type of edging in which metal is folded over twice. In this blog, you will learn more about the different types of hems available and what is possible at 247TailorSteel.

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