What Machine will Cut 1/4 Steel Shapes?

[bentaroh]

If this is going to become a small business for you- I’ve been impressed with the ability of some of the smaller “hobbiest” plasma cutters. I’ve seen several options for decent machines under $9,000

 

[kaylaindy]

Yes, I have always wanted to make a target business....not sure if I can do it. I would pay $9000 for a plasma cutter. I can save that much up. I’ll look into those. Thanks! -Nate 

 

[davelarson]

Plasma cam is pretty easy to use, I have no background in computers but I’ve been able to get by. It’s fun to turn your designs into reality. Not sure how much they cost these days, but if you go for it ask them about the upgrades. You for sure want advanced height control. It costs more but totally worth it. Hypertherm powermax is a great choice for the plasma cutter. Here’s some stuff I cut. You will be able to make targets with ease. They have a good system for support at Plasma cam too and you can call them for help. Totally amazing machines...go for it Nate!!

 

[oldsparky]

I thought I would also mention. It makes a difference how big your cut outs are also. I can cut out 5th scale silhouette targets ok by hand with my plasma cutter. But the 10th like air gun targets get tough. I can't make the turns fast enough. So they have to be cleaned up in the edges. Another example of big targets are these I cut out.



https://www.airgunnation.com/topic/attempt-to-make-some-targets-for-range/

 

[kaylaindy]

Awesome, thanks for the thread link. Cool shapes.

I was able to hook up with a CNC laser guy. Airgun Targets coming soon! -Nate