Plasma Cutting

A plasma cutting machine
Summary
Plasma cutting is fast and is widely used in fabrication facilities. It can cut up to 1.25" thick in a variety of materials including aluminum. The cut finish can vary from smooth to very rough with taper depending on the thickness of the cut and material being used.
Tolerance
+/- 0.06"
Heat affected zone
Yes
Cannot cut
Plastics
Taper on cut
Yes
Requires deburring
Yes
Allows for tapping holes
No
Minimum hole size
Plate thickness
Cutting thickness
0.03" - 1.25"