LightWELD XR Laser Welding Machine

LightWELD XR extends the range of materials and thicknesses of previous models, enabling fabricators to benefit from a wide range of solutions. Pre-weld and post-weld cleaning functionality optimises weld quality and productivity.

For welding, LightWELD XR enables dramatically faster welding and provides higher-quality, consistent results across a wider range of materials and thicknesses than MIG or TIG with minimal distortion, undercut or burn-through.

LightWELD Laser Welding and Cleaning

• High Speed Welding – Up to 4X Faster than traditional methods – increased productivity for lower costs-per-part
• High Quality Results – Consistent welding of thick, thin and reflective metals without distortion, undercut or burn-through – minimal heat affected zone
• Easy to Use – Simple set up, easy to learn and operate for consistent high-quality welds and cleaning
• Exceptional Visual Finishes – Removes oils, rust and coatings before welding, and debris and discoloration after welding without the time and expense of abrasives or chemicals
• Enhanced Material Capability – Metals with dissimilar thicknesses, ultra-thin parts, copper welding, materials with low and high electrical conductivity
• Wobble Welding – Up to 5 mm of additional weld width – increases capability and creates highly aesthetic seams
• Operator Safety – Multi-level sensors and interlock safety features

Safety Features

LightWELD XR is a Class IV laser system and routine precautions are required for the safe operation of the equipment.

BUILT-IN FEATURES INCLUDE:

• Key switch control of laser source and Emergency-stop button ensure deliberate operation
• Fibre laser interlock verifies integrity of laser delivery to the welding and cleaning gun
• 2-step gun trigger, enable and then fire, for intentional operation
• Part contact electrical interlock turns off the laser power if the gun is not in contact with the parts

Operators must wear all recommended personal protective equipment (PPE), including the IPG laser safety glasses and IPG helmet with shield provided with LightWELD XR, laser-resistant and heat resistant gloves, caps, leather apron and other laser-resistant and heat-resistant clothing.

Control Panel and Connections

Laser power up to 1500 W for welding, and high-frequency pulsed power up to 2500 W is easily adjusted with intuitive controls to quickly dial in optimum weld settings for various materials and thicknesses. With 74 stored pre-set and user-defined process parameters, novice welders can be trained and welding in a matter of hours. Select stored modes provide up to 2500 W of peak power for even greater welding and cleaning capability.

Clearly labelled rear connections make getting started fast and easy. Laser delivery, gas and gun control is pre-wired in a 5 m (optional 10 m) cable. Just plug in the power cord and gas connection, attach the clamp to your work surface and you are ready to go. An ethernet connection provides access to advanced parameter settings to fine tune and save process parameters.

Handheld Gun & Nozzle Tips:

The handheld welding and cleaning head is compact, ergonomic and proven to be the most comfortable, well-balanced and easy to use gun available with a selection of nozzle tips to optimize different joint types and cleaning requirements. The light weight and built-in wobble functionality enables operators to produce high-quality welds and cleaning throughout the day.

Perfect for a range of different applications including:

• Metal fabrication shops
• Auto body applications
• Maintenance and repair
• Construction and piping
• Farm, furniture & appliances
• Aerospace & transportation

Interested in a demonstration? Arrange a Laser Welding Demonstration today!