At Zeman Manufacturing, CNC tube cutting is fundamental to producing high-precision components that meet the tightest requirements in medical, aerospace, energy, transportation, and foodservice applications. We use advanced laser and electrochemical cutting technologies to deliver clean edges, tight tolerances, and repeatable results—building a solid foundation for high-performance assemblies from prototype through full production.

Our cutting systems are designed to minimize variation from the very beginning. By achieving cut length tolerances of ±0.003", we reduce stack-up issues in downstream fabrication and maintain dimensional integrity through every phase of production.

Capabilities Overview

Methods

• 5-Axis Laser Tube Cutting
• ECM (Electrochemical Machining)
• Cutoff Lathes & Specialty Equipment

BLM LT7 Fiber Laser

• 5-axis laser tube cutting with full CNC control
• Accommodates round, square, rectangular, and custom tube profiles
• Extremely tight cut length tolerances (±0.003")
• Ideal for slots, bevels, angled holes, and multi-dimensional features
• Fully automated loading/unloading for high-throughput production
• Minimal heat-affected zones reduce distortion in thin-wall tubing

BLM LT Fiber Laser

• 3-axis laser cutting with clean, accurate results
• Suitable for simpler geometries or high-speed single-plane cuts
• Delivers high-precision finishes with excellent repeatability

Tridex Technology CS1E (ECM Cutting)

• Electrochemical machining for burr-free, stress-free tube cutting
• No heat input—perfect for heat-sensitive and medical-grade materials
• Maintains geometry without mechanical deformation
• Ideal for small-diameter stainless steel tubing and tight-tolerance cuts

Cutoff Lathes and Specialty Equipment

• High-speed cutting of straight, uniform tube segments
• Burr-free finishes reduce the need for secondary deburring
• Supports a range of materials, diameters, and wall thicknesses
• Reliable for high-volume runs with consistent length accuracy

Why Zeman?

Tube cutting at Zeman is more than a machining step — it’s the entry point to a tightly controlled, fully integrated manufacturing process. Our team evaluates each project to recommend the best cutting method based on geometry, material, and performance requirements. Starting with clean, tight-tolerance cuts allows us to maintain precision throughout the assembly process, helping customers reduce rework, improve part fit, and accelerate approvals. Precision starts at the first cut, and that’s where Zeman leads.