Below is the current list of materials available in our online quoting system. Keep in mind that this is just a sample of the materials we can cut using laser cutting or waterjet cutting. If you want parts made from a special fabric, plastic, metal, stone, wood, or ceramic, contact us and let us know what you'd like to have made.
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| Category | Material | Description | Cutting process | Available Thicknesses, Inch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aluminum | Aluminum 5052 | An alloy that is strong, yet can be formed and bent. | Waterjet | 0.02, 0.025, 0.032, 0.04, 0.05, 0.063, 0.08, 0.09, 0.1, 0.125, 0.1875, 0.249, 0.375 |
| Aluminum 6061 | A good general purpose, high strength aerospace aluminum alloy. | Waterjet | 0.016, 0.02, 0.025, 0.032, 0.04, 0.05, 0.063, 0.08, 0.09, 0.1, 0.125, 0.16, 0.19, 0.25, 0.3125, 0.375, 0.5, 0.625, 0.75, 0.875, 1 | |
| Aluminum 7075 T6 | A high strength aluminum alloy. | Waterjet | 0.063, 0.125, 0.19, 0.25, 0.375, 0.5 | |
| Composites | Carbon Fiber | Rigid carbon fiber composite material with smooth finish, plain weave | Waterjet | 0.0625, 0.125 |
| Acrylic Plastic | Acrylic Plastic, Clear | An inexpensive plastic used for decorative purposes and where high strength is not required. | Laser | 0.06, 0.08, 0.118, 0.125, 0.177, 0.236, 0.25, 0.354, 0.472, 0.708 |
| Acrylic Plastic, White | Opaque white acrylic, suitable for various decorative, artistic, and architectural purposes. | Laser | 0.06, 0.118 | |
| Acrylic, Opaque Black | Opaque black acrylic, suitable for various decorative, artistic, and architectural purposes. | Laser | 0.118, 0.236 | |
| Acrylic, Frosted P95 | Frosted translucent acrylic. | Laser | 0.118 | |
| Acrylic, Black/White | Opaque engravable plastic, black color with a white background. More info... | Laser | 0.061 | |
| Acrylic, Brushed Bright Nickel/Black | Opaque engravable plastic, nickel metallic with a black background. More info... | Laser | 0.118 | |
| Acrylic, Brushed Antique Gold/Black | Opaque engravable plastic, gold metallic with a black background. More info... | Laser | 0.061 | |
| Acrylic, Brushed Copper Penny/Black | Opaque engravable plastic, copper metallic with a black background. More info... | Laser | 0.061 | |
| Acrylic, Brushed Stainless Steel/Black | Opaque engravable plastic, stainless steel metallic with a black background. More info... | Laser | 0.061 | |
| Mechanical/Structural Plastic | ABS Plastic, White | A heat resistant plastic with good tensile strength. | Waterjet | 0.06 |
| ABS Plastic, Black | A glossy plastic with good tensile strength and stiffness. | Laser | 0.25 | |
| Acetal Plastic, Black | A plastic with good tensile and wear characteristics. | Laser | 0.03, 0.06, 0.093, 0.125, 0.187, 0.25, 0.375 | |
| Acetal Plastic, White | A plastic with good tensile and wear characteristics. | Laser | 0.03, 0.062, 0.1875 | |
| PETG Plastic, Clear | A plastic with good tensile strength and impact resistance. | Laser | 0.02, 0.063, 0.0938, 0.125, 0.25 | |
| Polycarbonate Plastic, Clear | A clear, tough plastic used where tensile strength and impact resistance is important. | Waterjet | 0.03, 0.04, 0.06, 0.08, 0.093, 0.118, 0.125, 0.177, 0.22, 0.236, 0.25, 0.375, 0.5, 0.75 | |
| Polypropylene Plastic, White | A fatigue and heat-resistant plastic. | Laser | 0.125 | |
| UHMW-PE Plastic, White | A soft plastic with outstanding toughness and chemical resistance. | Laser | 0.125 | |
| Gasket Material | Cork Blend | Brown cork blended with Buna-N for gaskets or decoration. | Laser | 0.063 |
| High Temperature Gasket | Oil- and water-resistant gasket for high temperature applications. | Laser | 0.031 | |
| Treated Paper Gasket | Paper-based gasket with some resistance to oils. | Laser | 0.016, 0.031 | |
| Buna-N Rubber | High temperature, oil resistant rubber. | Laser | 0.0313 | |
| Wood | Wood Laminate, Black | A durable semi-gloss laminate with a high-density fiberboard core. More info... | Laser | 0.27 |
| Uncoated Wood Laminate, Birch | High quality birch laminate, sanded smooth, around a high-density fiberboard core. More info... | Laser | 0.23 | |
| Cherry | A moderately dense harwood with attractive grain and color. More info... | Laser | 0.15 | |
| Poplar | A fast-growing, flexible, light-colored wood. More info... | Laser | 0.15 | |
| Red Oak | A moderately dense hardwood with attractive grain and color. More info... | Laser | 0.15 | |
| Hardboard | A dark, dense, engineered wood product. More info... | Laser | 0.135 | |
| Carbon Steel | Cold Finished Steel 1018 | Slightly less strong than cold rolled steel, but with a similar finish. | Waterjet | 0.125, 0.1875, 0.25, 0.3125, 0.375, 0.5, 0.625, 0.75, 0.875, 1 |
| Cold Rolled Steel A366/1008 | A strong general purpose steel with a clean surface finish. | Waterjet | 0.0239, 0.0299, 0.0359, 0.048, 0.0598, 0.075, 0.0897, 0.105, 0.125 | |
| Hot Rolled Steel A36 | Typically more economical than cold rolled or cold finished steel, but may have a mill scale covering, and not as strong. | Waterjet | 0.1875, 0.25, 0.375, 0.5, 0.625, 0.75, 1 | |
| Hot Rolled Steel 1045 | Typically more economical than cold rolled or cold finished steel, but may have a mill scale covering, and not as strong. | Waterjet | 0.25, 0.375, 0.5, 0.625, 0.75, 1 | |
| Hot Rolled Steel A569/ASTM A1011 | Typically more economical than cold rolled or cold finished steel, but may have a mill scale covering, and not as strong. | Waterjet | 0.06, 0.075, 0.105, 0.125, 0.135 | |
| Stainless And Alloy Steel | Stainless Steel T-304 | A good general purpose stainless steel. | Waterjet | 0.018, 0.024, 0.03, 0.036, 0.048, 0.06, 0.075, 0.105, 0.12, 0.1875, 0.25, 0.3125, 0.375, 0.5, 0.625, 0.75, 1 |
| Stainless Steel 316 | A stainless steel for marine and other highly corrosive environments. | Waterjet | 0.018, 0.024, 0.03, 0.036, 0.048, 0.06, 0.075, 0.105, 0.12, 0.135, 0.1875, 0.25, 0.3125, 0.375, 0.5, 0.625, 0.75, 1 | |
| Chrome-Moly Steel 4130 | A high strength steel alloy. | Waterjet | 0.125 | |
| Copper | Copper Alloy 110 | A copper alloy suitable for a variety of electronic and decorative purposes. | Waterjet | 0.062, 0.125 |
| Foam | EVA Foam, Blue | A lightweight, closed cell foam for a variety of decorative and practical applications. More info... | Laser | 0.22 |