Answers to Your Big Questions about the D-Giant

In the past, plasma cutters were THE solution for steel service centers and plate processors. Not anymore. The D-Giant Fiber Laser is set to replace plasma machines with its faster cut speeds, straight and bevel cutting of fine features, significant reduction in post part clean-up and lower operating costs. 

The D-Giant's gantry-style design ensures high efficiency, safe operation, and stable performance, delivering reliable results every time. Furthermore, the D-Giant machine format easily integrates into existing loading and unloading operations with overhead cranes. 

With this long list of benefits, the D-Giant is a fiber laser that fabricators, steel service centers, and other plate processing manufacturers should get to know. This blog seeks to answer many of the frequently asked questions about the D-Giant, as well as a few others. Specific questions can be sent to the DNE team.

What types of metals can the D-Giant cut?

The D-Giant is not only a powerful fiber laser, but also versatile. The D-Giant Fiber Laser can effortlessly cut through thin and thick stainless steel, carbon steel, aluminum, and other metal materials with precision.

Why should manufacturers consider the D-Giant?

The D-Giant boasts a long list of benefits, including:

• Capability to cut small intricate features and part details
• Faster cut speeds, even on thick metal plates
• Less heat affected zone
• Minimal taper on the edge
• Minimal dross and smoother finish
• Lower operating costs due to more energy efficient, less consumables, and automated processes than other machines

What are the thickest materials the D-Giant can cut?

The 60kW can bevel cut up to 3", straight cut up to4", and even more with edge severance.

What is the max power wattage of the D-Giant?

The D-Giant is available with a max wattage of 60 kW, but is also available in 12kW, 20kW, and 30kW.

Is bevel head cutting an option on the D-Giant?

Yes! With bevel head cutting, the cutting angle range is expanded from 1 to +/- 45 degrees. With this feature, the D-Giant can easily cut various shapes.

How does the D-Giant compare to a plasma cutter?

The DNE D-Giant will replace plasma machines because of its superior cut quality, high-quality bevel cutting of fine features, significant reduction in post part clean-up and lower operating costs.  Please see picture for detailed description.

What types of bevels can the D-Giant execute?

The D-Giant is capable of these cuts:

·       Top Bevel

·       Bottom Bevel

·       Top and bottom bevel with a land

·       X bevel

·       K bevel

What formats/layouts of the D-Giant are available in?

The D-Giant is available in formats that fit your facility and part requirements. This machine is offered in widths of 10', 11.5', and 13.1' (3m, 3.5m, 4m). Our standard width is 40' (12m) long and can extend in increments of 6.56' (2m) up to 130' (40m) long.