Custom Balsa & Plywood Laser Cutting Service.
Custom Balsa & Plywood Laser Cutting Service.
At Chin Model AirCraft, we offer precision CO2 laser cutting services tailored specifically for RC modelers and scratch builders worldwide. With our high-precision equipment and extensive experience in balsa kit manufacturing, we deliver clean, exact cuts for your custom projects.
🛠️ How to Prepare Your .DXF File
To get an accurate quote and ensure the best cutting quality, please prepare your AutoCAD 2007 (.DXF) file using the following color-coding guidelines:
White (Cut Lines): Outer boundary of the parts.
Red (Holes & Cutouts): Internal cutouts and holes.
Cyan (Text / Engraving): Part numbers, labels, or vector etching.
Blue (Sheet Boundary): Outer boundary of the wood sheet.
⚠️ Important Note on Breakaway Tabs:
Please add 1.0 – 2.0 mm tabs to hold all parts within the sheet. The air assist on our laser cutter can blow small unattached parts away during processing.
📐 Kerf Offset & Design Assistance
Laser Kerf Offset: If your design does not include kerf compensation, please let us know. We can apply the proper offset for a precise fit, or guide you on how to set it up.
Material & Quantity: Please specify the wood type, thickness, and total number of sets required when submitting your file.
💰 Service & Material Pricing
$6.00 – $20.00 USD / file (Depending on complexity)
FREE Setup Fee for repeat orders of the same file or orders exceeding 10 copies.
Balsa (1.0mm – 3.0mm) & Plywood (0.4mm – 1.0mm): $1.00 USD / min
Balsa (4.0mm – 6.0mm) & Plywood (1.5mm – 3.0mm): $1.40 USD / min
1.0 mm — $2.20 USD
1.5 mm — $2.20 USD
2.0 mm — $2.40 USD
2.5 mm — $2.60 USD
3.0 mm — $2.80 USD
4.0 mm — $3.00 USD
5.0 mm — $3.20 USD
6.0 mm — $3.50 USD
Light Plywood Sheets (300 x 900 mm):
1.5 mm — $22.50 USD
2.0 mm — $25.50 USD
3.0 mm — $28.50 USD
1. Quote & Invoice: Send your .DXF file to chin_model@yahoo.com We will calculate total costs and send a PayPal invoice once approved.
2. Turnaround Time: Orders are processed and shipped within 5–7 business days after payment receipt.
3. Worldwide Shipping: Shipped via Registered Airmail (Thailand Post) with tracking provided. 7–15 business days. (or 5–9 business days via UPS Express)
Cut Balsa 2.5 mm. Front and Back
Cut Plywood 3.0 mm. Front and Back
Cut Balsa 6.0 mm. Front and Back
Work table size 1300 m.m. X 900 m.m.
See our machine in action cutting balsa and plywood parts: