Calculators

Sheet weight and cut time, with the formula shown. Every number can be changed; the defaults are typical for the process.

• Laser cutting time calculator: length, pierces, travel

  Work out cut time from cut length, feed, pierces and rapid travel. With the formula, a worked example and why length ÷ speed is not enough.

• Sheet metal weight calculator: steel, stainless, aluminium

  Sheet metal weight in kg from size, thickness and density, then the material cost from your price per kg. With a density table and standard sheet weights.