Laser Cutting Services — Custom Precision Metal Cutting in DFW
Our laser cutting services give DFW manufacturers clean edges, tight tolerances, and fast turnarounds on steel, stainless steel, and aluminum sheet and plate—all from our Carrollton facility serving the entire metroplex.
Whether you need a single prototype blank or thousands of production parts per month, our precision laser cutting delivers consistent quality with minimal kerf and burr-free edges. Because we also bend, weld, and finish in-house, your laser-cut parts can ship as complete assemblies—not just flat stock. For full fabrication and welding details, see our custom fabrication & welding page.
Our Laser Cutting Services & Capabilities
Our laser cutting services are built around accuracy, edge quality, and speed. Specifically, because the laser beam is computer-controlled from your DXF or CAD file, every part comes off the table dimensionally identical—whether it's the first piece or the five-hundredth.
Why manufacturers choose laser cutting
Tight Tolerances
Laser cutting holds tolerances that mechanical cutting methods simply can't match. As a result, parts fit together cleanly in downstream bending, welding, and assembly operations.
Clean Edge Quality
The focused laser beam produces smooth, burr-free edges on most materials. Consequently, many parts need no secondary deburring before they move to the next operation.
Complex Geometry
Unlike punching or shearing, laser cutting handles intricate contours, tight radii, and small features without hard tooling. Therefore, design changes cost nothing in tooling revisions.
Fast Setup & Turnaround
Since there's no physical tooling to build, laser cutting goes straight from your file to cut parts. This means first articles and prototypes ship in days, not weeks.
Efficient Nesting
Our nesting software arranges parts tightly on the sheet to minimize material waste. As a result, you get lower per-part costs—especially on production runs with multiple part numbers.
Prototypes Through Production
We run the same laser process for one-off prototypes and recurring monthly releases. In other words, the prototype you approve is cut identically to the production parts that follow.
Materials for Our Laser Cutting Services — Thickness & Alloy Range
We provide metal laser cutting across the three material families that cover the vast majority of DFW manufacturing projects. Below is a summary of what our laser handles, along with the common applications for each material.
| Material | Common Alloys | Typical Gauge Range | Common Applications |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mild Steel | A36, 1018, HR, CR | 20 ga – 1/2" plate | Structural brackets, frames, equipment bases, skid plates |
| Stainless Steel | 304, 316 | 22 ga – 3/8" plate | Food-grade enclosures, chemical-resistant panels, cosmetic parts |
| Aluminum | 5052, 6061 | 20 ga – 1/4" plate | Lightweight panels, heat sinks, aerospace brackets, enclosures |
Material selection guidance
Not sure which alloy or gauge fits your project? Simply include your load requirements, operating environment, and finish expectations in your quote request, and we'll recommend the most cost-effective material that meets your performance specs.
Additionally, if your project calls for a material not listed above, contact us—we can often source specialty alloys for custom laser cutting jobs.
What Our Laser Cutting Services Produce — Parts & Applications
Our custom laser cutting covers flat parts of almost any 2D geometry. Essentially, if it can be drawn in a DXF, we can cut it. Below are some of the most common part types our DFW customers send us.
Structural & mechanical laser-cut parts
- Flat brackets and mounting plates — structural and mechanical mounting with hole patterns, slots, and cutouts
- Gussets and reinforcement plates — structural stiffeners for welded frames and fabricated assemblies
- Flat-pattern blanks for bending — parts that start as laser-cut flats and then move to our CNC press brake for forming
Enclosures, precision parts & decorative work
- Enclosure panels and covers — front, rear, and side panels with ventilation patterns, display cutouts, and hardware holes
- Gaskets and shims — thin-gauge precision parts where edge quality and dimensional consistency are especially critical
- Decorative and architectural pieces — signage, screen panels, and ornamental metalwork with intricate contours
Prototype and production flexibility
We cut prototypes and production parts on the same equipment with the same process. As a result, the prototype you test is dimensionally identical to what ships at volume. For short runs (1–50 pieces), we nest your parts efficiently to keep costs reasonable. Meanwhile, for recurring production, we store your programs and nest files so reorders ship faster with each release.
Beyond Laser Cutting — Bend, Weld & Finish Under One Roof
Many laser cutting jobs don't end at the flat part. That's exactly why we run bending, welding, hardware insertion, and finishing alongside our laser—so your parts move through the full workflow without leaving the building.
Single-source advantages
Instead of shipping laser-cut blanks to a separate bend shop, then to a welder, then to a finisher, you simply send one PO and get complete parts back. Specifically, this approach eliminates freight between vendors, reduces lead time by days or weeks, and also gives you one point of contact for quality and scheduling.
How laser cutting connects to our other capabilities
Laser Cut → CNC Bend
Flat blanks move directly to our CNC press brake for forming. Because we control both operations, bend allowances match the cut geometry precisely.
Laser Cut → Weld
Cut components feed into fit-up and laser welding for multi-part assemblies. Clean laser-cut edges produce better weld joints with less prep work.
Laser Cut → Finish
Finished parts go to our coating partners for powder coat, anodize, plating, or passivation. As a result, you receive parts ready to install—not parts that need another vendor.
For complete fabrication and welding workflow details, see our custom fabrication & welding services page. For CNC machining that complements your laser-cut parts, visit our Dallas machine shop or Fort Worth machine shop pages.
Industries That Rely on Our Laser Cutting Services
High-precision & regulated industries
Robotics
Laser-cut mounting plates, base frames, sensor brackets, and precision flat components specifically for robotic assemblies and automation systems.
Aerospace
Tight-tolerance laser-cut brackets, gussets, shims, and structural blanks for aerospace programs—with first-article inspection and full traceability.
Defense
ITAR-ready laser cutting for mission-critical flat components, armor blanks, chassis panels, and hardware mounting plates with repeatable precision.
Telecommunications
RF enclosure panels, heat sink blanks, waveguide mounting plates, and antenna brackets—all laser-cut with the precision that telecom hardware demands.
Medical
Laser-cut aluminum and stainless panels, instrument housings, and device enclosure blanks for medical OEMs that require clean edges and tight dimensions.
Manufacturing & commercial industries
Industrial Equipment & OEM
Guards, panels, mounting plates, and structural components laser-cut for equipment builders throughout the DFW metroplex and beyond.
HVAC & Mechanical
Duct transitions, plenums, damper blanks, and custom fittings—laser-cut to mechanical drawings and consequently ready for immediate forming.
Electrical & Controls
Enclosure panels, junction box covers, DIN rail brackets, and backplanes with precise cutout patterns specifically for switches and displays.
Oil, Gas & Energy
Skid plates, pipe supports, flange blanks, and field-service brackets designed specifically for upstream and midstream operations.
Food & Beverage
Stainless steel panels, guards, and drain covers laser-cut for washdown environments and food-safe compliance requirements.
Architectural & Signage
Decorative screens, signage lettering, railing infill panels, and ornamental metalwork—all featuring intricate laser-cut contours and fine details.
Location & Hours
Dallas Precision Machining — Carrollton Shop
Address: 2429 Dickerson Pkwy, Carrollton, TX 75006
Phone: (469) 588-3788
Hours:
Pickup and delivery available across DFW—including Dallas, Fort Worth, Arlington, Plano, and surrounding cities.
Laser Cutting Services FAQ
What materials can you laser cut?
We laser cut mild steel (A36, 1018, HR, CR), stainless steel (304, 316), and aluminum (5052, 6061) in sheet and plate form. Specifically, thickness range depends on the material—typically 20 gauge through 1/2" for steel. If you need a material not listed here, simply contact us and we'll let you know if our laser can handle it.
What file formats do you need for laser cutting?
DXF is the preferred format for laser cutting since it translates directly to our nesting software. However, we also accept STEP, DWG, IGES, SolidWorks, and PDF drawings. Alternatively, if you only have a sketch or a sample part, we can create the cutting file for you.
How fast can you turn laser-cut parts?
Simple flat parts typically ship in 3–5 business days from quote approval. For parts that also need bending, welding, or finishing, lead time is usually 5–10 business days instead. Additionally, expedited schedules are available—call us to discuss your deadline.
Can you bend and weld laser-cut parts too?
Yes. In fact, most of our laser cutting feeds directly into downstream bending, welding, and finishing. Because we handle all of these operations in-house, your parts move through the full workflow without leaving our shop. For details, see our custom fabrication & welding services page.
What's the difference between laser cutting and waterjet or plasma?
Laser cutting produces tighter tolerances and cleaner edges than plasma, especially on thinner materials. Compared to waterjet, laser is also faster and more cost-effective on sheet-gauge metals.
However, waterjet handles thicker materials and heat-sensitive substrates better. Overall, for most sheet metal parts under 1/2", laser cutting is the optimal balance of precision, edge quality, and cost.
Do you do one-offs or only production runs?
Both. We cut single prototypes alongside recurring production releases. For prototypes, we nest efficiently to keep per-part costs reasonable. Similarly, for production runs, we store your programs and nest files so reorders process faster with each subsequent release.
How do I get a laser cutting quote?
Simply send your DXF, STEP, or drawing file to info@dallasprecisionmachining.com or call (469) 588-3788. Make sure to include the material, thickness, quantity, and any secondary operations (such as bending, welding, or finishing). Most quotes come back the same business day.
Can you handle large sheets or only small parts?
Our laser cuts full-size sheets, so large panels and oversized blanks are not a problem. Similarly, we also efficiently nest very small parts on shared sheets to minimize waste. Whether your part is 2" across or 48" wide, we can accommodate it.
Get a Custom Laser Cutting Quote
Send your DXF or CAD file for precision laser cutting in steel, stainless steel, and aluminum. Need bending, welding, or finishing on the same parts? Include those details for a complete quote from one shop.
Include material, thickness, quantity, and any secondary operations for the fastest turnaround.