Sheet metal circle cutting is the process of cutting metal sheets into circular shapes in the machinery industry. In order to obtain the final product from the cut metal plates, other processes need to be carried out with different machines. When we look at the most useful machines for metals during these processes, there are flanging and plastering machines. Sometimes, depending on the area of use of the products, hydraulic bending presses are also used. These machines used in the industrial field save time and cost in the bending, shaping and forming stages of metals. Basically, sheet metal shearing machines play an important role in many industries such as automotive, white goods and construction. Other types of machines are used to achieve smoother surfaces in order to reach the final product. In this article on SBFM Machine's blog page, you will find detailed information about the methods of sheet metal circle cutting, the technologies used and application areas. You will also learn about Aluminum Profile Cutting Saws.

Sheet Metal Circle Cutting Methods

1. 1. Laser Cutting: Laser cutting technology offers the advantage of high precision and speed. It is useful for thin and medium thickness sheet metal. The laser beam performs the metal cutting process by melting or vaporizing the material.
   2. Plasma Cutting: Plasma cutting is used to cut electrically conductive materials. The plasma arc provides cutting by melting the material at high temperature. It is more useful for thick sheet metal.
   3. Water Jet Cutting: Water jet cutting cuts the material with a high pressure water jet. Since it does not require heat treatment, the structure of the material does not deteriorate. It is useful for many materials.
   4. Mechanical Cutting: Mechanical cutting methods include scissor cutting, circular saw cutting and cutting with CNC machines. Although economically advantageous, the precision rate is lower compared to laser and plasma cutting.

Technologies Used

The technologies used in sheet metal circle cutting are constantly evolving to improve the accuracy and speed of the cutting process. Laser cutting machines, plasma cutting machines and water jet cutting machines are the most commonly used technologies in this field. CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) systems ensure that cutting processes are automated and repeatable. In addition, equipment such as sheet metal bending machines, profile and pipe bending machines sheet metal bending machines are also frequently preferred in sheet metal processing.

Application Areas

Sheet metal circle cutting takes place in a wide range of industrial fields:

• Automotive Industry: Used in the manufacture of vehicle parts and accessories.
• White Goods: It is used in the production of circular shaped sheet metal parts in the components of products such as refrigerators and washing machines.
• Construction Industry: Sheet metal circle cutting methods are preferred in the production of structural elements and decorative parts.
• Machine Manufacturing: It has a wide usage area in the production of machine parts and equipment.
• Profile Pipe Bending: Sheet metal circular cutting processes work in an optimized way in profile and pipe bending processes.

Aluminum Profile Cutting Saws

While aluminum profile cutting saws (profile band saws) and circular metal cutting are similar, there are some differences between them:

Similarities

• Cutting Principle: Circular shaped blades are used in both processes.
• Machine Structure: Cutting machines have similar components (motor, blade, cooling system).

Differences

• Blade Type: For aluminum, thin carbide blades with more teeth are usually used. Metal cutting blades are thicker and more durable. This is because both materials differ in thickness and hardness. Therefore, the types of blades used are variable.
• Speed and Speed Settings: Since aluminum is a softer material, it is usually cut quickly and at high speed.
• Cooling: Coolants are often preferred to dissipate the heat generated during metal cutting.

Things to Consider

• Suitability: For both cutting methods, machines and blades suitable for the material should be preferred.
• Cutting Quality: Blade types should be optimized with the machine according to the material type.

Paying attention to blade selection and machine settings in both processes provides the advantage of a quality and safe cut.

Sheet Metal Circle Cutting Process

1. 1. Material Selection: The type (steel, aluminum, stainless steel, etc.) and thickness of the sheet metal to be cut are determined.
   2. Cutting Plan: The dimensions and layout of the circles to be cut are planned.
   3. Cutting Process: The sheet metal is cut into circles using the selected cutting method and machine.
   4. Final Processes: The edges of the cut circles are smoothed by plastering when necessary and processes are carried out for a smooth surface when necessary.

Result

Sheet metal circle cutting has an important place in every field, especially in the metal industry. Thanks to advanced cutting technologies and software, it is possible to quickly cut sheet metal with high precision. Which cutting method to use depends on the requirements of the project and the type of material.

In this article, you have discovered the details of the sheet metal circle cutting process. If you need sheet metal circle cutting services, you can find the best solution for you by contacting a specialized cutting workshop. If you operate one of these cutting workshops, you can contact SBFM Makine to supply the machines you need.