Sheet Metal Fabrication Blog

guide

How to Read Sheet Metal Drawings: A Beginner's Guide

Learn to read sheet metal fabrication drawings from scratch — line types, dimension conventions, tolerance notation, bend callouts, material specifications, and common symbols explained.

Feb 15, 2026 · 9 min read

materials

Stainless Steel vs Galvanized Steel: Which Material to Choose?

A detailed comparison of stainless steel and galvanized steel for sheet metal fabrication — corrosion resistance, cost, weight, weldability, and real-world application examples.

Feb 15, 2026 · 7 min read

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Laser Cutting Aluminum Sheet — Thickness, Pricing & Tips

Complete guide to laser cutting aluminum sheet: max thickness, reference pricing, 5052 vs 6061 comparison, and tips for optimal cut quality.

Feb 10, 2026 · 3 min read

laser-cutting

Laser Cutting Copper & Brass — Complete Guide

Guide to laser cutting copper C1100 and brass C2680: max thickness, assist gas, reference pricing, applications, and technical considerations.

Feb 10, 2026 · 4 min read

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Laser Cutting Mild Steel SS400 Up to 25mm

Guide to laser cutting mild steel SS400 from 1mm to 25mm: technical specs, oxygen vs nitrogen, reference pricing, comparison with plasma, and industrial applications.

Feb 10, 2026 · 4 min read

pricing

Sheet Metal Laser Cutting Pricing Guide 2026

Updated 2026 pricing guide for sheet metal laser cutting in Vietnam. Detailed breakdown of factors affecting cost: material, thickness, quantity, and complexity.

Feb 10, 2026 · 2 min read

dfm

Sheet Metal DFM Guide: 10 Rules to Cut Cost & Scrap

10 sheet metal DFM rules that cut cost, scrap and lead time — bend radius, hole spacing, tolerances and more, with examples. Free DFM review on every order.

Feb 5, 2026 · 2 min read

stainless-steel

Stainless Steel 304 vs 316 — Which One for Your Project?

Detailed comparison of stainless steel 304 (SUS 304) and 316 (SUS 316). Composition, properties, pricing, and application guide for sheet metal fabrication.

Jan 28, 2026 · 1 min read

laser-cutting

Fiber Laser vs CO2 Laser — Which Technology is Better?

Pros and cons of fiber laser vs CO2 laser for sheet metal cutting. Speed, quality, operating costs, and applications compared.

Jan 20, 2026 · 2 min read

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