Stainless Steel Laser Cutting & Bending Services
Stainless Steel Grades 304, 316 and 430 from 0.5mm to 25mm thick | UK-wide delivery from Essex facility
We provide stainless steel laser cutting and bending across the UK. From our Essex facility, we cut 0.5mm to 25mm stainless in grades 304, 316 and 430, delivering clean, weld-ready edges for prototypes or production runs.
Need bending? We bend stainless steel up to 8mm thick.
Our Expert Stainless steel laser cutting
For thicker stainless steel up to 25mm, our tolerances hold to +/- 0.25mm on standard work, with +/- 0.50mm on material above 20mm thick. These specifications align with ISO guidelines and should be factored into your drawings, particularly when bending is required.
Stainless steel contains 10 to 20% chromium, which forms a passive oxide layer on the surface. This gives the material its corrosion resistance and makes it suitable for demanding environments. Grades 304 and 316 are austenitic and non-magnetic, while 430 is ferritic and magnetic. All grades offer excellent weldability when laser cut, as the process produces clean edges without oxidation when cut with nitrogen assist gas.
Maximum Sizes
The maximum sheet size for most materials is 3000mm x 1500mm. A 10mm border is required around the outside, so the maximum part size we can cut is 2980mm x 1480mm.
Stainless Steel
Laser Cutting & Bending Services
Stainless steel cut to size from 0.7mm to 40mm | Bending from 0.7mm to 12mm | Essex facility, UK-wide delivery
We provide stainless steel laser cutting and bending services to customers throughout the UK. Using CNC laser cutting technology at our Essex facility, we cut stainless steel sheets to size in thicknesses from 0.5mm to 25mm. Whether you need a single prototype or production batches, we handle grades including 304, 316 and 430 with clean, weld-ready edges.
Need bending too? Our sheet metal bending services cover stainless up to 8mm thick.
Expert Stainless Steel Laser Cutting
For thicker stainless steel up to 25mm, our tolerances hold to +/- 0.25mm on standard work, with +/- 0.50mm on material above 20mm thick. These specifications align with ISO guidelines and should be factored into your drawings, particularly when bending is required.
Stainless steel contains 10 to 20% chromium, which forms a passive oxide layer on the surface. This gives the material its corrosion resistance and makes it suitable for demanding environments. Grades 304 and 316 are austenitic and non-magnetic, while 430 is ferritic and magnetic. All grades offer excellent weldability when laser cut, as the process produces clean edges without oxidation when cut with nitrogen assist gas.
Maximum Sizes
The maximum sheet size for most materials is 3000mm x 1500mm. A 10mm border is required around the outside, so the maximum part size we can cut is 2980mm x 1480mm.
Stainless Steel Laser Cutting
Minimum & maximum thicknesses
Our laser cut stainless steel service covers the most commonly specified grades. We stock popular thicknesses and source specialist finishes within 48 hours.
Use the grade toggles below to learn the thicknesses we stock, order or are not available.
Please note: All grained and mirror polished grades always come with a plastic film coating.
Stainless Steel Bending
Minimum & maximum thicknesses
Complete your project with our bending stainless steel capabilities. We form laser cut parts into 3D components without needing a second supplier.
Use the grade toggles below to learn the thicknesses we stock, order or are not available.
View our full range of materials in the downloadable availability table PDF
Protective Film
We can order stainless steel between the thicknesses of 0.9mm and 3mm with a protective plastic coating which is specifically designed for fibre laser cutting. This will help keep the A face of the product scratch free and will give some protection during the fabrication process.
We are able to order it for 4mm to 6mm but due to the cutting process it normally comes off.
Protective Film
We can supply stainless steel between 0.9mm and 3mm with protective plastic coating designed for fibre laser cutting. This keeps the face of your parts scratch-free during cutting and handling. Film can be applied to 4mm to 6mm material, but the cutting process often removes it. Brushed and mirror polished grades always come with protective film as standard.
Why Choose Our Stainless Steel Cutting Service
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Why Choose Our Stainless Steel Cutting Service
See the reason UK manufacturers choose Lasered Components
Combined Cutting and Bending
Get laser cut and formed parts from a single supplier. This means faster turnarounds, lower costs and consistent quality across your project.
Quality & Traceability
Every part comes with full material certification and traceability. We’re certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 27001, plus Cyber Essentials accredited. All stock is stored indoors to prevent corrosion.
Stock Availability
Common grades and thicknesses held in stock. Specialist materials sourced within 24 to 48 hours.
Fast Response
We’ve been doing metal laser cutting for over 25 years. Laser cut steel makes up 81% by weight of everything we produce, so Stainless steel is what we know best.
Explore Our Laser Cutting & Bending Materials
Explore Our Laser Cutting & Bending Materials
Minimum & maximum thicknesses
To see the specific materials, grades, and thicknesses we stock and have available to order, please select the material from the toggles below. You can also download the full mateiral table as a PDF by clicking ‘View & download PDF’.
Maximum Sheet Size: 3000mm x 1500mm*
Maximum part size: 2980mm x 1480mm*
*with some exceptions
View our full material availability table
Service Coverage & Delivery
Essex, London and throughout the UK
We manufacture and provide laser cutting in Essex as well as London and the rest of the UK. All orders include full tracking and delivery confirmation for complete peace of mind.
Essex (Local area) – Same-day collection available for urgent bending projects
Greater London – Laser cutting London area with regular delivery routes and next-day service
UK – Reliable courier network for nationwide coverage
Stainless Steel Cutting Applications
Our metal laser cutting work in stainless steel covers a wide range of sectors:
Why Choose Our Stainless Steel Cutting Service
See the reason UK manufacturers choose Lasered Components
Food and Beverage
Hygienic surfaces for food processing, commercial kitchens, brewing equipment and storage tanks. Grade 316 specified for corrosive environments.
Marine and Offshore
Grade 316 components for boats, coastal structures and offshore equipment where chloride resistance matters.
Medical and Pharmaceutical
Surgical equipment, hospital fixtures, pharmaceutical processing and cleanroom components. Full traceability and test certificates available.
Architecture and Construction
Decorative panels, cladding, balustrades, signage and structural elements. Brushed and mirror finishes for visible applications.
Industrial & Machinery
Machine guards, enclosures, brackets and fabricated assemblies for general engineering applications.
Stainless Steel FAQs
What is stainless steel?
Stainless steel is a family of around 200 alloys of steel containing a minimum of 10.5% chromium. The chromium oxidises in air or water to create a passive layer that repairs light scratches and acts as a shield against corrosion.
What thickness of stainless steel can you laser cut?
We laser cut stainless steel from 0.5mm up to 25mm thick at our Essex facility.
What grades of stainless steel do you supply and laser cut?
We supply and laser cut 304 and 316 austenitic grades, plus 430 ferritic grade. 304 and 316 are non-magnetic in their annealed condition, while 430 is magnetic.
What are the main categories of stainless steel?
Stainless steels are divided into four main types defined by their crystalline structure: austenitic, ferritic, martensitic, and duplex. Austenitic accounts for around 70% of stainless steel in use globally.
Is stainless steel recyclable?
Yes. Stainless steel is 100% recyclable. On average, new stainless objects contain approximately 60% recycled steel, reducing both raw material demand and waste.
Quick Quotes & CAD support
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