Kerf Width Reference

Reference kerf width by material, thickness and nozzle. Estimate material loss per meter.

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Material type affects kerf width

Material thickness

Larger nozzle = wider kerf

For material loss calculation

Recommended Nozzles

1.5mm_nozzle2.0mm_nozzle

Kerf Width

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Reference Table (Mild Steel, excerpt)

Thickness1.5mm nozzle2.0mm nozzle2.5mm nozzle
1mm0.180.24-
2mm0.220.28-
3mm0.250.320.38
5mm0.280.350.42
8mm-0.380.45
10mm-0.420.5