> You need more CO2 laser than you think to cut aluminium, even thin stuff.
> It has a habit of conducting heat well (as does copper).  YAG is a better
> choice for metals.

Many years ago I had some dealings with a company that had a laser cutter, =
we needed some adapter plates made. I suggested aluminium - but that was th=
e one metal they couldn't cut. We ended up with them being cut out of thin =
stainless steel.
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