Laser Cutting 1mm Aluminium: What You Need to Know
Laser cutting 1mm aluminium sheet is ideal for lightweight components, decorative panels, and custom brackets. Whether you’re creating a prototype or a one-off design, laser cutting offers speed, accuracy, and clean edges — without the need for expensive tooling. In this guide, we cover everything you need to know before placing your order.
Why Choose Laser Cutting for Thin Aluminium?
Laser cutting is one of the most precise ways to cut thin aluminium sheet (1mm and below), offering:
- 🔍 Precision – Complex shapes and fine details with minimal distortion
- 🧼 Clean edges – Smooth, burr-free cuts suitable for visible surfaces
- ⚙️ No tooling cost – Perfect for one-offs, small batches, and prototypes
- 🚀 Fast turnaround – Ideal for tight deadlines and repeat work
What Can You Make from 1mm Aluminium Sheet?
1mm aluminium is strong enough for structural brackets and flexible enough for artistic or functional designs. Popular applications include:
- Custom enclosures and panel cut-outs
- Lightweight signage and logo letters
- Jewellery or model-making components
- Interior design elements like screens or wall panels
- Brackets and support parts for electrical or mechanical use
Need something else? Just send us your drawing — we’ll check feasibility for laser cutting.
Design Tips for Laser Cutting 1mm Aluminium
To get the best results, keep these guidelines in mind:
- Minimum hole size: We recommend holes no smaller than 1.5x the sheet thickness (i.e. 1.5mm for 1mm aluminium)
- Avoid sharp internal corners: Add small radii to reduce stress
- Kerf (cut width): Approx. 0.1–0.15mm – plan for this in tight fits
- File formats: Send your artwork in DXF DWG. PDF, AI formats, and hand sketches are okay for a quote.
We’re happy to check your files and provide advice before cutting.
Materials We Stock (0.5mm to 3.0mm)
We stock aluminium sheets in the following thin gauges:
- 0.5mm
- 0.8mm
- 1.0mm
- 1.5mm
- 2.0mm
- 3.0mm
Finishes available include natural (mill finish), brushed, checker plate, and polished aluminium.
Need brass, copper, or stainless at 1mm too? We cut those in-house as well.
Turnaround & Delivery
We offer fast turnaround, often within a few working days. Whether you’re ordering a single item or a small production run:
- No minimum order – perfect for samples, one-offs, and makers
- Tracked UK delivery via Royal Mail, DHL, or pallet networks
- Click-and-collect available from our workshop in the North West
Get a Quote for 1mm Aluminium Laser Cutting
Send us your drawings or sketches and we’ll get back to you quickly with a competitive quote.
📩 [0151 458 9030] or email info@mslaserservices.co.uk
📎 Include your file, material preference, and quantity needed.
FAQ: Laser Cutting 1mm Aluminium
Q: Will the edge be sharp or rough?
A: We deliver clean, burr-free edges with minimal heat marking on 1mm aluminium.
Q: Can I order just one piece?
A: Absolutely — we have no minimum order and welcome one-off jobs.
Q: Can you help me choose the right thickness?
A: Yes — let us know what you’re making, and we’ll advise the best thickness for your needs.