Tube Cutting
Tube cutting is a process in which tubes and pipes are cut using computer-controlled machines. Tube cutting can be done by a variety of methods that can involve both cold and hot working processes. The process is used for all types of tubing, shapes, and materials.
In addition to a wide variety of standard shapes, tube cutting can be used to make many custom tubing shapes as well. The tubing is cut to length with cut-off saws, horizontal band saws, lathes, lasers, or custom solutions. Tube cutting often utilizes technology to meet tolerances and specifications, using equipment like lasers and micro-part cutting technology.
The specifications of an application determine the particular methods used in tube cutting. Automatic deburring machines are available to remove burrs in a method known as supported shear tube cutting. Trimming some tubes to final lengths after bending can be done as well. End and surface finishes, along with cut tolerances and diameters, can be tailored to specifications.
Tube cutting is used in the agricultural, construction, aerospace, automotive, electrical and medical industries for applications that range from prototypes to large production runs.