CNC Laser Cutting Incoloy 800 from VT machining delivers precision Incoloy 800 parts made to your exact drawing. CNC fiber laser cutting follows a programmed path to cut sheet and plate with a clean, narrow kerf, with parameters tuned to Incoloy 800, which is high-temperature strength and oxidation resistance.
CNC Laser Cutting Capability for Incoloy 800
- High-temperature strength
- Oxidation resistant
- Tolerance to ±0.01 mm
- Aerospace-grade
Incoloy 800 Material Data
| Density | 8.19 g/cm³ |
|---|---|
| Tensile strength | 1375 MPa |
| Yield strength (0.2%) | 1100 MPa |
| Hardness | 36–44 HRC |
| Melting point | 1260–1336 °C |
| Thermal conductivity | 11.4 W/m·K |
| Thermal expansion | 13.0 ×10⁻⁶/K |
| Electrical conductivity | 1.4% |
| Machinability (C36000 = 100%) | 12–15% |
| Grades we run | 600, 625, 718, X-750, 725 |
Published typical values for Inconel 718 (aged). Other grades in the family differ — the certificate supplied with your order carries the actual heat-lot figures.
Tool life is measured in minutes, not hours. Ceramic or coated-carbide tooling, low surface speed, high pressure coolant, and a scheduled tool change rather than waiting for failure.
Machining Incoloy 800 with CNC Laser Cutting
Incoloy 800 behaves predictably under CNC Laser Cutting once parameters are dialled in: machinability is very difficult; rigid setups, carbide/ceramic tooling, low speeds, and we tune the operation accordingly.
We hold reference parameters for this grade, so repeat orders of Incoloy 800 run consistently from one batch to the next.
Achievable Tolerances for CNC Laser Cutting Incoloy 800
| Feature | Standard | Precision |
|---|---|---|
| Contour dimension | ±0.10 mm | ±0.05 mm |
| Hole diameter | ±0.10 mm | ±0.05 mm |
| Kerf width | 0.20 mm | 0.10 mm |
| Squareness of cut edge | 0.5° | 0.2° |
| Heat-affected zone | 0.15 mm | 0.05 mm (N₂ assist) |
| Minimum hole diameter | 1.2 × thickness | 1.0 × thickness |
| Edge condition | light dross | burr-free, N₂ cut |
Standard is what a normal quotation assumes. Precision is available on nominated features and is priced separately, because it needs extra setups, in-process gauging and CMM verification. Call out only the features that need it — blanket-tightening a drawing is the single most common reason a quote comes back expensive.
CNC Laser Cutting Quality & Inspection
We control quality throughout the process, not just at the end. In-process checks plus final inspection — including CMM where specified — keep every Incoloy 800 part to print. Inspection reports, material certificates and first-article documentation can be supplied on request.
Secondary Operations & Finishing
Finished Incoloy 800 parts can move straight into secondary operations under one roof. Typical add-ons are deburring, passivation, anodising, plating, blasting, polishing and laser marking. We coordinate the whole chain so you receive complete, inspection-ready parts.
Why Incoloy 800?
Incoloy 800 is chosen when a part needs what this grade offers — it is high-temperature strength and oxidation resistance. We confirm the grade and any temper or heat-treat condition with you before machining.
Design Tips for CNC Laser Cutting Incoloy 800
We are happy to suggest design tweaks that improve manufacturability. Keeping holes no smaller than the material thickness, allowing for kerf, and grouping features sensibly improves edge quality and nesting yield on Incoloy 800. If you send your model early, we will return practical DFM feedback before you commit to production.
CNC Laser Cutting Tolerances & Surface Finish
Laser-cut Incoloy 800 holds contour tolerances around ±0.05 mm depending on thickness, with a narrow kerf and a clean, near burr-free edge.
Final tolerances are governed by the material's behaviour, wall thickness and overall stiffness. We give honest DFM feedback if a callout would be costly or better achieved another way.
Applications of CNC Laser Cutting Incoloy 800
Customers order CNC Laser Cutting Incoloy 800 components for everything from instrumentation to structural and functional assemblies. Whether you need a single prototype or recurring production volume, the same process discipline applies.
How to Order CNC Laser Cutting Incoloy 800
Getting a quote is simple. Share your model, the material grade, your quantity and target tolerances. You receive a clear quotation with lead time and honest manufacturability feedback.
Finishing Options for Incoloy 800
| Finish | Thickness / effect | Why it gets specified |
|---|---|---|
| Deburr / edge break | 0.05–0.3 mm | All parts unless the drawing says otherwise |
| Bead blast | Ra 1.6–3.2 µm | Uniform matt finish, hides tool marks |
| Laser marking | — | Part number, lot code, data matrix |
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Set the metal, dimensions and features, watch the 3D model update as you type, then switch to the 2D sheet to add dimensions and tolerances. Download it or send it straight to us with your RFQ.
What We Need to Quote CNC Laser Cutting Incoloy 800
- GeometrySTEP or IGES for the 3D model, plus a PDF drawing if you have tolerance callouts. A dimensioned sketch is enough to start.
- MaterialThe exact Incoloy 800 grade and condition — temper, heat-treat state or hardness. If you are not sure, tell us the function and we will suggest one.
- QuantityPrototype count and the expected annual volume. Both change how the part is made and therefore what it costs.
- TolerancesWhich features are critical. Everything else runs to our standard tolerance, which is what keeps the price sensible.
- FinishSurface treatment, cosmetic requirements, and any faces that must be masked.
- DocumentsWhether you need a material certificate, dimensional report, FAIR or PPAP with the shipment.
Missing something from the list is not a problem — send what you have. We will come back with the specific questions rather than a generic form.
Incoloy 800 in Other Processes
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Send the drawing, the Incoloy 800 condition and the quantity — pricing and lead time come back the same or next business day.
Request a QuoteFrequently Asked Questions
How clean are the edges produced by CNC Laser Cutting on Incoloy 800?
Laser cutting leaves Incoloy 800 with a narrow kerf and a clean, near burr-free edge and only a small heat-affected zone.
What is the typical lead time and minimum order for CNC Laser Cutting Incoloy 800?
CNC Laser Cutting prototypes for Incoloy 800 can be produced quickly and scaled to series production. Send your drawing and quantity and we will advise lead time and any minimum order.
What surface finish is achievable on Incoloy 800 with CNC Laser Cutting?
Laser cutting leaves a clean cut face on Incoloy 800 with a small heat-affected zone; most parts need little secondary finishing.
Does CNC Laser Cutting Incoloy 800 require dedicated tooling?
Most Incoloy 800 cutting work uses standard cutting tools and CNC programs; dedicated fixtures are made only when geometry or volume requires them.
What material thickness or size range suits CNC Laser Cutting Incoloy 800?
Laser-cut Incoloy 800 thickness depends on the alloy and its reflectivity; we tune the fiber source and assist gas accordingly.