Question 1

What cutting accuracy can Metec fiber laser machines achieve?

Accepted Answer

Metec fiber laser cutting machines achieve positioning accuracy of ±0.02mm and repeat accuracy of ±0.01mm. According to ISO 9013 industry standards, this precision qualifies for quality grade 1 cutting — suitable for aerospace, medical device, and precision electronics manufacturing. Our machines maintain this accuracy at cutting speeds up to 140m/min for mild steel, and up to 60m/min for 20mm stainless steel.

Question 2

How do CNC press brakes compare to manual press brakes?

Accepted Answer

CNC press brakes deliver bend angle repeatability of ±0.1° versus ±1–2° for manual machines — a 10–20× improvement in consistency. Servo-electric CNC press brakes also reduce energy consumption by 30–50% compared to hydraulic models. According to the Fabricators & Manufacturers Association, CNC press brakes increase throughput by 40–60% and reduce scrap rates by up to 80% compared to manual operation.

Question 3

What sheet metal thickness can Metec equipment handle?

Accepted Answer

Metec fiber laser cutting machines handle materials from 0.5mm to 40mm mild steel, 0.5mm to 30mm stainless steel, and 0.5mm to 25mm aluminum. Our CNC press brakes cover bending forces from 40 to 3,000 tonnes, accommodating sheet thicknesses from 0.5mm to 25mm with bending lengths from 1,000mm to 8,000mm.

Question 4

What is the ROI timeline for automated sheet metal equipment?

Accepted Answer

According to a 2025 study by the Fabricators & Manufacturers Association, companies investing in automated sheet metal equipment see average ROI within 18–24 months. Labor cost reduction accounts for 60% of savings, with material waste reduction (20%) and increased throughput (20%) comprising the remainder. High-volume manufacturers often achieve ROI in under 12 months.

Question 5

How do I choose between fiber laser and CO2 laser cutting?

Accepted Answer

Fiber lasers are the clear choice for metal cutting in 2025: they cut mild steel, stainless steel, aluminum, copper, and brass at 2–3× the speed of CO2 lasers, with 30% lower operating costs due to higher wall-plug efficiency (30–40% vs. 10–15%). CO2 lasers retain an advantage only for non-metallic materials. For sheet metal fabricators, Metec fiber lasers with IPG or Raycus laser sources offer the best combination of speed, precision, and long-term cost efficiency.

Parameter	MPS 110T2500	MPS 110T3200	MPS 110T4100	MPS 130T3200	MPS 130T4100	MPS 170T3200	MPS 170T4100	MPS 220T3200	MPS 220T4100	MPS 220T5100	MPS 220T6100	MPS 250T3200	MPS 250T4100	MPS 250T5100
Bending Capacity (kN)	1100	1100	1100	1300	1300	1700	1700	2200	2200	2200	2200	2500	2500	2500
Bending Length (mm)	2500	3200	4100	3200	4100	3200	4100	3200	4100	5100	6100	3200	4100	5100
Distance Between Columns (mm)	2000	2700	3600	2700	3600	2700	3600	2700	3600	4200	5200	2700	3600	4200
Open Height (mm)	540	540	540	540	540	540	540	540	540	540	540	540	540	540
Throat Depth (mm)	500	500	500	500	500	500	500	500	500	500	500	500	500	500
Ram Stroke (mm)	250	250	250	250	250	250	250	250	250	250	250	250	250	250
Main Motor Power (kW)	9	9	9	9	9	15	15	15	15	15	15	22	22	22
Hydraulic Tank Capacity (L)	280	280	280	280	280	280	280	280	280	280	280	600	600	600
Overall Dimensions L×W×H (mm)	3400×1740×2625	4100×1740×2625	5000×1740×2675	4100×1740×2645	5000×1740×2695	4120×1740×2675	5020×1740×2725	4140×1870×2885	5040×1870×2885	5640×1920×3125	6640×1920×3100	4160×1940×3060	5060×1940×2975	5660×1940×3175
X-Axis Stroke (mm)	800	800	800	800	800	800	800	800	800	800	800	800	800	800
R-Axis Stroke (mm)	200	200	200	200	200	200	200	200	200	200	200	200	200	200
X-Axis Speed (mm/s)	550	550	550	550	550	550	550	550	550	550	550	550	550	550
R-Axis Speed (mm/s)	200	200	200	200	200	200	200	200	200	200	200	200	200	200
Max Fast Approach Speed (mm/s)	200	200	200	200	200	180	180	140	140	140	140	150	150	150
Max Working Speed (mm/s)	1–15	1–15	1–15	1–15	1–15	1–15	1–15	1–12	1–12	1–12	1–12	1–12	1–12	1–12
Max Return Speed (mm/s)	180	180	180	180	180	180	180	150	150	150	150	140	140	140

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