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    Lead-In Length

    The software we are using to program our 10KW fiber laser defaults to a 0.591" long lead-in for 1/2" thick stainless steel. Is there a reason I need such a long lead-in? What are the problems with going to a shorter lead-in, other than the pierce spatter mark showing on the cut piece? We could...
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    Perforated metal sign

    I have a customer that would like a perforated metal sign where various sizes of holes create an image when viewed from a distance. The material is 0.06" stainless steel with over 30,000 holes ranging from 0.05" to 0.375" diameter in a 4' x 8' sheet. Is this even possible with a 10KW laser or...

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