5052-H32 Aluminum
The default sheet choice: it bends without cracking and stands up to salt and weather. Ideal for enclosures, bent brackets, marine parts and signs.
24 gauge to 1/2″ · bending up to 1/4″
See the 5052-H32 datasheetCustom Aluminum Cutting
Laseo cuts your aluminum parts on a fiber laser, from 24 gauge (0.020″) up to 1/2″ thick. Upload your drawing, choose the alloy and thickness, and your price appears instantly — starting from a single part. Bending, tapping, hardware, anodizing and powder coating are ordered in the same step.
- ±0.005″ cutting tolerance on most thicknesses
- Ships in 4 to 8 business days, made in Quebec
- Free shipping across Canada ($49 minimum order)
Which aluminum for your part?
Three options cover nearly every project. Each datasheet details the thicknesses, tolerances and available operations.
6061-T6 Aluminum
A heat-treated, rigid and machinable alloy. Ideal for mounting plates, tapped plates and structural parts that stay flat.
18 gauge to 1/2″ · not bendable
See the 6061-T6 datasheet
3003-H14 Checker Plate
A light, non-slip surface that won't rust. Ideal for steps, ramps, truck boxes and flooring.
1/8″, 3/16″ and 1/4″ · bendable
See the checker plate datasheetLooking for a light, rigid panel for signage? See also our aluminum composite panel (ACM). For a steel or stainless part, visit our custom steel cutting page.
Available operations by alloy
| Operation / finish | 5052-H32 | 6061-T6 | 3003-H14 checker plate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fiber laser cutting | 24G to 1/2″ | 18G to 1/2″ | 1/8″ to 1/4″ |
| Bending | ✓ 24G to 1/4″ | — | ✓ |
| Tapping | ✓ 14G to 1/2″ | ✓ 14G to 3/8″ | ✓ |
| Self-clinching hardware | ✓ 18G to 1/2″ | ✓ 18G to 1/2″ | — |
| Countersinking | ✓ 8G to 1/2″ | ✓ 8G to 1/2″ | ✓ |
| Dimpling (stamped collar) | ✓ 24G to 8G | ✓ 18G to 8G | ✓ 1/8″ |
| Anodizing | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Powder coating | ✓ from 14G | ✓ | ✓ |
| Laser engraving | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
The app automatically validates which operations are possible for the chosen alloy and thickness. For a detailed comparison of mechanical properties, read 3003, 5052 or 6061: which one to choose.
Aluminum cutting FAQ
Which aluminum should I choose for a bent part?
5052-H32. It bends without cracking from 24 gauge up to 1/4″. Heat-treated 6061-T6 is too hard for tight bends: keep it for flat parts.
Can laser-cut aluminum parts be anodized?
Yes, on 5052-H32, 6061-T6 and checker plate. The part needs a hole so it can hang in the bath, and the maximum anodizable size is 23″ × 23″.
What is the maximum aluminum thickness?
1/2″ in 5052-H32 and 6061-T6. Checker plate is available in 1/8″, 3/16″ and 1/4″.
Is there a minimum quantity?
No, you can order from a single part. The minimum order is $49, free shipping across Canada included, and parts ship in 4 to 8 business days.
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