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AMP Machine FAQs

Find answers for all AMP cutting systems in one place. Jump to a machine below, then expand common questions about capabilities, materials, tolerances, and ideal applications.

Tube Laser

TruLaser Tube

5-axis precision for round, square, and open profiles.

Flatbed Laser

Flat Sheet Cutting

High-speed 12 kW fiber laser with automation.

Plasma

CNC Plasma

Cost-effective cutting for thicker plate.

Waterjet

Abrasive Waterjet

Cold-cutting for heat-sensitive materials.

Tube Laser

5-Axis • Bevel up to 45°
What materials and sizes can you cut?

Aluminum, stainless, copper, brass, and mild steel. Up to 10" O.D. round and 8" square/rectangular; typical wall thickness up to 1/2" (mild), 3/8" (aluminum/stainless), 1/4" (copper/brass).

Do you provide bevels and weld-ready prep?

Yes—clean bevels and chamfers up to 45°, inside and outside, with features produced before cut-to-length to minimize grinding.

Can you handle secondary operations?

We can tap, flow-drill, and apply part IDs/QRs to deliver assembly-ready components in a single setup.

Ideal applications?

Fabrication and machine frames, material handling, automotive/EV components, and structural profiles requiring high fit-up accuracy.

Flatbed Laser

TRUMPF TruLaser 5040 • 12 kW Fiber • Automation
What advantages does AMP’s TRUMPF TruLaser 5040 bring?

The TruLaser 5040 enhances production with faster cutting speeds, high precision, and automated loading/unloading. We complete multi-sheet projects efficiently, reduce costs, and deliver faster.

What materials can you cut?

Aluminum, stainless, carbon steel, copper, brass, and bronze. We can also process high-strength metals with tensile strength up to 100,000 PSI.

What tolerances can you hold?

Feature tolerances to ±0.015" and positioning tolerances as low as ±0.005", depending on material and geometry.

Plasma

Cost-Effective Plate
When should I choose plasma over laser?

For thicker plate at lower cost where ultra-fine edge finish isn’t critical. Plasma excels in value for heavy sections.

What materials and thickness can you cut?

Mild steel, stainless, and aluminum plate. Max thickness depends on material and edge-quality requirements—share your spec for confirmation.

What edge quality should I expect?

Good dimensional accuracy; some taper and dross may occur on very thick sections, typically removed with light finishing.

Lead times and batch sizes?

Fast turn on both prototypes and production. Nesting optimization reduces scrap and improves cost.

Waterjet

Cold-Cut • No HAZ
Why choose waterjet?

It’s a cold process—no heat-affected zone—ideal for heat-sensitive alloys, laminates, composites, and plastics.

What materials and thicknesses can you run?

Metals, stone, glass, composites, rubber, and plastics. Very thick stock is possible; cutting time scales with thickness and tolerance.

How accurate is waterjet?

Excellent dimensional control with smooth edges. Kerf width and taper are predictable and can be tuned to your tolerance needs.

Typical applications?

Architectural panels, gasket sets, tooling plates, fixtures, and parts requiring pristine edges without thermal effects.

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