CNC Laser Cutting Process: 6 Steps From File to Finished Part

CNC Laser Cutting Process: 6 Steps From File to Finished Part

The CNC laser cutting process at the Kim Phat workshop consists of 6 steps, from receiving the customer drawing file to handing over the quality-checked finished part. Understanding the process helps customers prepare complete information and estimate fabrication time accurately.

This article describes each step of the process in detail, applying to both plain cutting orders and orders that require additional bending or welding after cutting.

A clear fabrication process with tight control at every step is what determines whether the finished laser-cut part matches the drawing and meets the committed schedule.
— Laser CNC Kim Phat

6 steps in the CNC laser cutting process

The standard process consists of the following steps:

• 1. Receive the drawing file and requirements (CAD/DXF/PDF)
• 2. Check the file, advise on material and provide a quote
• 3. Confirm the order and schedule production
• 4. CNC laser cut according to the design file profile
• 5. Additional fabrication (bending, welding) if required
• 6. Quality inspection and handover of the finished product

Steps 1-2: Receiving the file and quoting

The customer sends a CAD, DXF or PDF drawing along with material, thickness and quantity information. Kim Phat checks the file, confirms fabrication capability on the current machines and responds with a quote within 4 working hours.

Steps 3-4: Confirming the order and laser cutting

After the customer confirms the order, the workshop schedules production according to the agreed timeline. The part is cut on a 3kW or 6kW fiber laser machine depending on thickness and material size, following the exact profile in the design file.

Steps 5-6: Additional fabrication and quality inspection

For parts that need bending or weld assembly, this step is carried out immediately after cutting to reduce intermediate transport time. Before handover, the part is checked for dimensions, squareness and cut-edge quality to ensure it meets the drawing requirements.

Conclusion

The 6-step process from receiving the file to handing over the finished product helps maintain quality control throughout the CNC laser cutting workflow. Preparing a complete file from the start significantly shortens the time from quote to receiving the finished product.