Tube Laser Cutting

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Overview

Tube laser cutting is one of the fastest and most accurate ways to cut structural metal profiles. It delivers clean edges, tight repeatability, and efficient material use across a wide range of parts — from simple cut-to-length pieces and slotted tubes to more complex profiles with mitered ends, cope cuts, and through-holes that feed directly into welding and assembly.

 

As experts in tube laser cutting, we handle a broad variety of projects and help customers refine material, wall thickness, joint geometry, and feature details so parts not only cut cleanly but also fit up well in downstream operations. Small changes to notch geometry, hole placement, minimum wall, and part orientation can significantly improve both cost and lead time.

Advanced expertise & equipment

As a metal fabrication company, we use advanced automation systems that link our tube laser machines with online quote tools and scheduling. FPS offers tube laser cutting with streamlined production capacity, giving you reliable, on-demand access to structural profile cutting.

 

Our tube laser cutting capabilities include:

  • High-speed tube laser cutting for a wide range of metals and structural profiles
  • Consistent profiling for simple cut-to-length pieces and complex multi-feature parts
  • Automated material handling and high-volume production capability
  • Optimized part programming to reduce scrap and improve yield
  • Integration with welding, forming, machining, and finishing in the same facility
We know the power of quality.

We synchronize our precision metal work with the highest quality of customer service, while using state-of-the-art technologies that provide customized metal fabrication solutions to fulfill our customer needs.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is tube laser cutting?

Tube laser cutting is a computer-controlled process that uses a high-precision laser beam to cut structural metal profiles — including round, square, rectangular, and other tube and pipe shapes — with tight accuracy and repeatable results. It’s ideal for parts that require consistent profiles, end cuts, and features from prototype through production.

Tube laser cutting is used for:

  • Frame members and structural components
  • Tubes with mitered ends, cope cuts, and saddle cuts
  • Profiles with holes, slots, and notches for welded joints
  • Components that will go directly into welding or assembly

 

These parts often move directly into fitting and welding without secondary operations.

Tube laser cutting typically supports:

  • Mild/carbon steel
  • Stainless steel
  • Aluminum

 

Other metals and profiles may be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Tube laser cutting handles round, square, rectangular, and other structural profiles across a range of wall thicknesses. Exact cutting capacity depends on material type and wall thickness — send your RFQ and we will confirm capabilities.

Yes. Tube laser cutting supports one-off prototypes, short runs, and full production quantities.

Preferred file formats are DXF, DWG, STP and PDF.  

Typical tolerances depend on material, wall thickness, and feature size, but tube laser cutting is known for tight repeatability across many structural applications. We will confirm achievable tolerances when reviewing your drawings.

If you provide material, profile size, wall thickness, files, and quantities, we can respond quickly with pricing.

Cost is influenced by:

  • Material type, profile size, and wall thickness
  • Cut length and part complexity
  • Number of features (holes, slots, notches, end cuts)
  • Part programming and material yield
  • Secondary operations (welding, machining, coating)

 

We often suggest small geometry adjustments to reduce cut time and improve fit-up in downstream welding.

Yes. We can review your files and suggest improvements for:

  • Joint geometry and cope/notch design
  • Minimum hole sizes relative to wall thickness
  • Feature placement for weld access
  • Better part orientation and material yield

 

This helps reduce cost and improve part flow into welding and assembly.

  • Upload your drawings (DXF, DWF, STP preferred).
  • Specify material, profile type, wall thickness, and quantity.
  • Include notes on welding, machining, or coating requirements.
  • Provide your desired timeline.