Can I Get a Steel Plate Cut from a Hand Drawing?
Absolutely — at Wilatt, we regularly help customers who don’t have CAD files or technical drawings. If you’ve got a hand sketch, a photo with dimensions, or even just a simple concept on paper, we can turn it into the end result you need. This type of request is common among tradies, builders, engineers, and DIYers who need a one-off part or quick solution without the hassle of complex software.
What we need to work from your sketch
A rough drawing can be more than enough if it includes key details. We typically look for overall dimensions (length, width, and thickness), any hole positions or cutouts, and notes about what material you need, such as mild steel, stainless, or aluminium. If you’re not sure about the right material, we’re happy to advise based on your project’s requirements.
You can take a photo of your sketch, email it to us, and we’ll take it from there. We’ll review the design, ask any clarifying questions if needed, and then prepare a cut-ready file.
How the process works
Once we’ve received your sketch, discussed your job, and had a quote approved, our team will convert your drawing into a format that can be used on our plasma cutter (typically DXF). After that, we cut your steel plate to the exact specs, handle any finishing touches, and get it ready for pickup or delivery. For most one-off jobs, we aim to complete them within 3–5 working days, and we often accommodate urgent requests.
Who uses this service
This is a popular option for:
Farmers and rural service operators, who want to repair or customise their agricultural machinery
Tradies needing a one-off bracket, plate, or support
Builders who encounter unexpected design needs on-site
Designers or hobbyists prototyping ideas
Home renovators or DIYers wanting custom-fit components
A real example from our workshop
Recently, a client came to us with a pencil sketch drawn out on a piece of wood. They needed a plate with specific hole placements. Within 48 hours, we had turned that sketch into a steel component, complete with plasma-cut holes, deburred edges, and ready to install.
No CAD? No problem.
We’re all about being practical and approachable. You don’t need to be an engineer or own design software to get custom steel parts made. We work with all kinds of submissions — photos, scans, and quick hand drawings. We’ll handle the rest.
Need a steel plate cut from your drawing?
Contact Wilatt today to get a quote, or send us your sketch. We make one-off and small-batch metal fabrication easy — even if you’re starting with just pen and paper.
Phone: 021 723 000
Email: info@wilatt.co.nz
Location: Serving Auckland-wide