Rubber laser cutting

In rubber laser cutting, elastomer materials are processed to contour-accurate shapes using a precisely controlled laser beam. Unlike punching, no mechanical tool is required – the geometry is realized directly from digital data.

The process is particularly suitable when:

• complex or intricate contours are required
• frequent design changes are planned
• small batches or prototypes are to be produced
• tight tolerances are required
• tooling costs should be avoided

Laser processing offers high flexibility and clean cut edges – especially for highly detailed geometries.

Depending on material type and composition, various elastomers can be processed, e.g.:

• EPDM
• NBR
• silicone
• cellular rubber
• thin rubber and elastomer sheets
• certain composite or laminated materials
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The suitability depends on material thickness, thermal behavior, and the desired cut quality.

Pricing is largely determined by:

• Material type and thickness
• Contour complexity
• Cut length per part
• Quantity
• Data preparation (vector file required)
• Desired delivery form

Since no punching tool is required, tool costs are eliminated – at high volumes, however, an alternative process can be more economical.

There is usually no fixed minimum order quantity.

The laser processing method is particularly well suited for prototypes, small runs, or variable quantities. For larger runs, it is evaluated which manufacturing process is technically and economically optimal.

For a quick quote, the following information is helpful:

• Vector file (e.g., DXF or AI)
• Material specification or desired properties
• Material thickness
• Quantity
• Preferred delivery format
• Application information (e.g., seal, protection, damping)

Yes, sample parts and prototypes can be produced on short notice.<\/p>

This allows testing of fit, function, and mounting integration under real conditions prior to serial release.<\/p>