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All Articles3D Printing DesignBlogCase StudiesCastingCertificationsCompanyDesign GuidesIndustry DesignInjection MoldingMachining DesignMaterialsMetal and Plastic ExtrusionSheetSupplier Shop TipsSupply ChainTubeeBooks Library
Industrial production of polystyrene foam. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Sodel Vladyslav
 Article

Polystyrene (PS) Laser Engraving and Cutting (Styrofoam™ Laser Cut)

By Dean McClements
 11 min read
Laser cutting. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Guryanov Andrey
 Article

M2 Factor: What Is It, How It Works, Importance, and How to Determine

By Dean McClements
 7 min read
Article
Continuous wave laser. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Mike_shots

Continuous Wave Laser: Definition, How It Works, Types, Applications, and Advantages

By Dean McClements
  8 min read
Article
Medium-density fiberboard (MDF). Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Vinod Pillai

Medium-Density Fiberboard (MDF): How to Laser Engrave and Cut MDF

By Dean McClements
  10 min read
Article
Laser cutting machine. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Oleksiy Mark

Laser Beam Quality and M2 Measurement: Beam Amplification and Quality Variables

By Dean McClements
  10 min read
Article
Laser engraving on wood. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Parilov

7 Basic Steps on How to Start Laser Engraving Different Materials

By Dean McClements
  10 min read
Article
Industrial laser cutter. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Dmitry Kalinovsky

CO2 (Carbon Dioxide Laser Resurfacing) Lasers: Definition, Types, Benefits, and Risks

By Dean McClements
  26 min read
Article
Gas welding. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Sunshinyday

Types of Gas Welding

By Dean McClements
  8 min read
Article
Laser cutting machine. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Pixel B

Laser Cutting Cost Calculator

By Kat de Naoum
  3 min read
Article
Bending sheet metal. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/ZhakYaroslav

Sheet Metal Fabrication Cost Calculator

By Kat de Naoum
  4 min read
Article
Plasma cutting machine. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Ake Apichai Chumsri

Plasma Cutting Calculator

By Kat de Naoum
  3 min read
Article
Xometry laser cutting services

[Mini Guide] Design Tips for Sheet Cutting

By Greg Paulsen
  2 min read
Article
CO2 fractional laser hand piece. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/AlteredR

What Is Laser Ablation? Definition, Uses, & Procedure

By Dean McClements
  7 min read
Article
History of Laser - Image Credit: Shutterstock/OihaArt

History of Laser Cutting

By Dean McClements
  9 min read
Article
Stick welding. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Blue Planet Studio

10 Disadvantages of Arc Welding

By Dean McClements
  12 min read
Article
Stack of transparent glass. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/noprati somchit

All About Glass Laser Cutting

By Kat de Naoum
  5 min read
Article
Laser cutting sheet metal. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Pixel B

7 Types of Reflective Materials for Laser Cutting

By Dean McClements
  9 min read
Article
Laser cutting machine. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Pressmaster

Stencil Laser Engraving and Cutting Mylar®

By Kat de Naoum
  6 min read
Article
Robotic arm welding. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Factory_Easy

Laser Welding vs. MIG Welding: Understanding the Basics

By Dean McClements
  17 min read
Article
Laser cutter. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Christian Delbert

Laser Wavelength: Wavelength Factors, How Does It Vary?

By Dean McClements
  12 min read
Article
Laser cutting metal. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Guryanov Andrey

How Laser Cutting Is Used in Different Industries

By Dean McClements
  9 min read
Article
Laser cutting machine - Image Credit: Shutterstock/Pixel B

Laser Cutting vs. Plasma Cutting: From Speed to Material to Cost

By Kat de Naoum
  4 min read
Article
Laser engraving. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/AnastasiaNess

Laser Cutting vs. Laser Engraving: The Key Differences

By Dean McClements
  5 min read
Article
Laser power. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Pixel B

Laser Power: Definition, How It Works, Importance, and How to Determine

By Dean McClements
  10 min read
Article
Laser etching. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Evgeny Haritonov

All About Laser Etching

By Kat de Naoum
  6 min read
Article
Close up of laser cut out of copper. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/seeshooteatrepeat

All About Copper Laser Cutting

By Kat de Naoum
  4 min read
Article
Waterjet cutting machine in process. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Andrey Armyagov

Laser Cutting vs. Waterjet Cutting: What’s the Difference?

By Kat de Naoum
  4 min read
Article
Fiber laser cutter. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Pixel B

All About Fiber Lasers

By Kat de Naoum
  6 min read
Article
Colorful polycarbonate sheets. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/4level

All About Polycarbonate Laser Engraving and Cutting

By Kat de Naoum
  5 min read
Article
Laser cutting machine. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Hunter Bliss Images

9 Best Laser-Cutting Software Products

By Kat de Naoum
  8 min read
Article
Laser cutting. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Skylines

7 Steps on How to Create DXF Files for Laser Cutting

By Kat de Naoum
  5 min read
Article
Laser cutting plastic. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Innervision Photography

6 Essential Safety Gears & Tools for Laser Cutting

By Dean McClements
  9 min read
Article
Laser cut stencil snowflakes. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Skylines

How To Make Stencil Designs Using Laser Cutting

By Dean McClements
  10 min read
Article
Industrial laser cutter. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Christian Delbert

How To Measure Laser Beam Quality With M2 Measurement

By Dean McClements
  11 min read
Article
Industrial laser cutting machine. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Christian Delbert

Delrin® Laser Cutting and Bonding

By Dean McClements
  12 min read
Article
Laser cutter with sparks flying. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Guryanov Andrey

10 Important Safety Precautions for Laser Cutting

By Dean McClements
  11 min read
Article
Laser cutter working on metal sheet. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Zyabich

5 Steps on How to Laser Engrave Metal

By Dean McClements
  8 min read
Article
Acetylene welding. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Bogdan VASILESCU

Gas Welding: Definition, Types, Applications, and Advantages

By Kat de Naoum
  6 min read
Article
CNC laser cutter. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Joshua Davenport

How To Start a Laser Cutting Business: Easy Steps

By Dean McClements
  13 min read
Article
Fiber laser cutting machine. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Pixel B

A Comprehensive Guide to Brass Laser Cutting

By Dean McClements
  7 min read
Article
A large piece of cork. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/vovidzha

Laser Engraving and Cutting of Cork

By Dean McClements
  13 min read
Article
Metal laser cutting close up. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Guryanov Andrey

Comprehensive Guide to Laser Parameters for Laser Cutting

By Dean McClements
  8 min read
Article
Laser cutter in process. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Huufworks

How To Laser Cut Paper: What Is Laser Cutting Paper?

By Dean McClements
  10 min read
Article
Xometry Image

How To Export DXF Files From Onshape

By Joel Schadegg
  4 min read
Article
Multiple materials

Which Sheet Cutting Material Should I Choose?

By Greg Paulsen
  2 min read
Article
Image of a 2D DXF file

Best Practices for Nesting Parts in a DXF

By Joel Schadegg
  6 min read
Article
Fiber laser cutting sheet metal. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Pixel B

11 Best Laser Engravers for Metal

By Dean McClements
  12 min read
Article
Colorful cast acrylic sheets. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Roberto Sorin

Extruded and Cast Acrylic: How to Laser Engrave and Cut Acrylic

By Dean McClements
  13 min read
Article
Mylar thermal blanket. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Alexander Sobol

What Is Mylar®?

By Dean McClements
  6 min read
Article
Laser cutting metal. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Andrei Armiagov

Laser Engraving vs. Laser Etching

By Kat de Naoum
  5 min read
Article
Arc welding. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Blue Planet Studio

All About Arc Welding

By Kat de Naoum
  5 min read
Article
Laser welding plates. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Kirill_ak_ white

Laser Welding 101

By Kat de Naoum
  8 min read
Article
Tungsten inert gas (tig) welding. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Extarz

All About TIG Welding

By Kat de Naoum
  5 min read
Article
MIG welding. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Marina Lohrbach

All About MIG Welding

By Kat de Naoum
  6 min read
Article
Laser cutting wooden parts. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Pressmaster

4 Best Woods for Laser Cutting

By Dean McClements
  8 min read
Article
CNC laser cutter. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Joshua Davenport

4 Types of Laser Cutters That You Need To Know

By Dean McClements
  12 min read
Article
Laser cutting on metal. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Guryanov Andrey

12 Common Laser Cutting Materials

By Dean McClements
  9 min read
Article
Heavy industrial laser cutter - Image Credit: Shutterstock/Evgeny Haritonov

Advantages and Disadvantages of Laser Cutting

By Dean McClements
  8 min read
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Aluminum sheet metal manufactured by Xometry

Design Reference Poster: Sheet Material Selection Guide

By Team Xometry
Article
Sheet metal forming. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Peter Sobolev

All About Sheet Metal Forming

By Kat de Naoum
  12 min read
Article
A laser cutting parts from a metal sheet

What Is Laser Cutting?

By Dean McClements
  20 min read
Article
Sheet metal bending. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/ZhakYaroslav

How Sheet Metal Bending Works

By Dean McClements
  6 min read
Article
Plastic laser cutting. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/John99

10 Best Plastics for Laser Cutting

By Dean McClements
  10 min read
Article
CO2 laser cutting through stainless steel. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/kittinun kongsuebchat

CO2 Laser Vs. Fiber Laser: The Main Differences

By Dean McClements
  7 min read
Article
Laser welding. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Aumm graphixphoto

6 Disadvantages of Laser Welding

By Kat de Naoum
  4 min read
Article
Laser cutting on plastic board. image Credit: Shutterstock.com/John99

All About Acrylic Laser Cutting

By Dean McClements
  5 min read
Article
Flat sheet metal part

Understanding Sheet Metal Tolerances

By Greg Paulsen
  2 min read
Article
A copper part with a Tumbled finish

What are the Finish Options for Sheet Metal?

By Greg Paulsen
  6 min read
Article
Fiber laser cutting machine cutting a stainless steel pipe. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Pixel B

Effective Laser for Cutting Different Kinds of Stainless Steel

By Dean McClements
  9 min read
Article
Laser cutting machine. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Roman Zaiets

9 Types of Bad Materials for Laser Cutting

By Greg Paulsen
  7 min read
Article
CNC laser engraving on metal. Source: Parilov/Shutterstock

A Comprehensive Guide to Laser Engraving

By Dean McClements
  7 min read
Article
Xometry Image

How to Convert Image Files to DXF for Sheet Cutting

By Joel Schadegg
  6 min read
Article
Xometry Image

How to Prepare your DXF File for Sheet Cutting

By Greg Paulsen
  3 min read
Article
Render of nested sheet metal parts

Nesting Files for Sheet Cutting

By Joel Schadegg
  4 min read
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