What is a Fibre Laser?
With options to suit small workshops to high-output fabrication plants, Fibre Lasers handle a broad array of metal thicknesses and materials—delivering excellent cut quality with minimal maintenance.
What is a CO₂ Laser?
Designed for Metal – Specifically engineered for all types of metals, including reflective ones.
Best Suited Applications:
Exceptional Precision – Positioning accuracy as fine as ±0.02 mm, ideal for intricate and repeatable work.
- Precision cutting of mild steel, stainless steel, aluminium, brass, copper
- Handles material thicknesses from 0.2 mm to heavy plates
- Ideal for automotive, aerospace, engineering, signage, fabrication, and structural work
- Supports options for bevel, tube, and high-speed production configurations
Comparison Table
Lower Running Costs – High energy efficiency, no gas refills, and reduced consumables.
- Best suited to non-metals: acrylics, MDF, wood, textiles
- Useful for signage, arts and crafts, model making, educational use
- Capable of light-duty metal cutting (typically <2 mm mild steel)
Why Fibre Lasers Often Lead
Speed and Productivity – Outperforms CO₂ in metal throughput and cycle time.
When a CO₂ Laser is Still Useful
Minimal Maintenance – Fibre systems require far less upkeep than gas-based lasers.
Final Verdict: Fibre Laser for Sheet Metal Wins
With over 25 years of engineering expertise, we supply, install, and support laser cutting systems that empower your production.
The right platform depends on material mix, finish requirements and throughput — not headline speed figures alone. Explore flat-sheet fibre on the fibre laser hub, CO₂ ranges for engraving and non-metals on the laser hub, and our fibre cutting guide if you are shortlisting kW and bed size.
