Quick Reference Tables
Curated data tables and guides for laser processing. Instant lookup of cutting speeds, material costs, gas costs, power consumption, and processing parameters. Essential reference for planning, quoting, and optimization.
Cutting Speeds Reference
Comprehensive speed benchmarks for fiber laser cutting across common materials and thicknesses. Includes mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminum with power and gas recommendations.
BEST FOR:
Production planning, time estimation, and feasibility checks
Assist Gas Costs Reference
Complete guide to assist gas selection and costs. Compare oxygen, nitrogen, and air for different materials and applications with cost optimization strategies.
BEST FOR:
Gas selection, cost reduction, and quality optimization
Material Costs Reference
Current metal material prices and cost calculation guide. Includes steel, stainless steel, aluminum pricing with practical calculation examples and procurement tips.
BEST FOR:
Material budgeting, quote verification, and vendor negotiation
Power Consumption Reference
Equipment power usage and electricity cost reference. Compare fiber vs CO2 lasers, calculate annual energy costs, and identify efficiency opportunities.
BEST FOR:
Operating cost analysis, equipment selection, and energy management
Processing Parameters Reference
Comprehensive parameter tables for fiber laser cutting. Includes power, speed, focus, gas pressure, and nozzle settings for all common materials with troubleshooting guide.
BEST FOR:
Machine setup, quality optimization, and problem solving
How to Use Reference Tables
📋 Planning
- • Estimate job durations
- • Check material feasibility
- • Plan production schedules
- • Compare equipment options
💰 Quoting
- • Quick cost lookups
- • Material price verification
- • Gas cost estimation
- • Energy cost factoring
⚙️ Optimization
- • Optimize parameters
- • Reduce costs
- • Improve quality
- • Troubleshoot issues
Reference Tables vs Calculators
Quick Reference Tables
- ✓Instant data lookup, no input needed
- ✓Industry benchmarks and standards
- ✓Great for learning and reference
- ✓Covers wide range of scenarios
- ⚠Generic values, not customized
Interactive Calculators
- ✓Customized calculations for your setup
- ✓Precise cost breakdowns
- ✓Factor in all variables
- ✓Pricing recommendations
- ⚠Requires input time (2-5 minutes)
💡 Pro Tip: Use Reference Tables for quick lookups and feasibility checks, then use Calculators for detailed quotes and proposals.
Reference Data Quality & Sources
Data Sources
- • Major equipment manufacturers (Trumpf, Bystronic, Mazak)
- • Industry associations and standards bodies
- • Real-world production data from fabricators
- • Material supplier published specifications
- • Independent testing and verification
Quality Assurance
- • Cross-referenced with multiple sources
- • Verified against real production data
- • Regular updates to reflect market changes
- • Conservative estimates for reliability
- • Clear indication of typical ranges