Laser Welding is the latest technological advancement in welding and fabrication. Utilising a fibre optic laser beam, metals can be welded together quickly, efficiently and has changed the game for welding applications across the industry.

LightWELD™ hand-held laser welding and cleaning systems are fast, easy to learn and operate, and produce high quality, consistent results across a wide range of materials and thickness’s. Pre-weld and post-weld laser cleaning functionality optimises weld quality while increasing productivity.

LightWELD™ enables dramatically faster welding and is easier to learn and operate than MIG or TIG. LightWELD™ provides higher-quality, consistent results with minimal distortion or part deformation.

IPG LightWELD
1000

 

Welding Capability

Steel - up to 4mm

Aluminium 3 & 5 Series - up to 4mm

Aluminium 6 Series - N/A

Titanium & Nickel Alloy - N/A

Copper - N/A

Cleaning - N/A

IPG LightWELD
XC

 

Welding Capability

Steel - up to 4mm

Aluminium 3 & 5 Series - up to 4mm

Aluminium 6 Series - N/A

Titanium & Nickel Alloy - N/A

Copper - N/A

Cleaning - Pre-Weld & Post-Weld

IPG LightWELD
XR

 

Welding Capability

Steel - up to 6.35mm

Aluminium 3 & 5 Series - up to 6.35mm

Aluminium 6 Series - up to 3mm

Titanium & Nickel Alloy - up to 5mm

Copper - up to 2mm

Cleaning - Pre-Weld & Post-Weld

IPG LightWELD
XR 2000

 

Welding Capability

Steel - up to 8.25mm

Aluminium 3 & 5 Series - up to 8.25mm

Aluminium 6 Series - up to 5mm

Titanium & Nickel Alloy - up to 7mm

Copper - up to 3mm

Cleaning - Pre-Weld & Post-Weld

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We're excited to announce the launch of our very own Laser Welding demonstration vehicle, as well as a demonstration booth in our Herefordshire showroom. If you'd like to request a demonstration, either come and visit us, or we can come to you!

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    Laser Welding vs Conventional Welding Techniques

    LightWELD™ enables dramatically faster welding and is easier to learn and operate than MIG or TIG. LightWELD™ provides higher-quality, consistent results with minimal distortion or part deformation.

    TIG welding can generate extreme heat that deforms thin materials and produces poor visual finishes. Welding copper is difficult and welding metals of dissimilar thickness’s is limited. TIG welding is a highly skilled process, and experienced TIG welders are a scarce resource.

    MIG welding requires consumable wire, material pre-cleaning, and bevelled joints for full penetration of thick metals. Travel and working angles are limited, and vertical positions can be extremely challenging. MIG is a high-heat process that can cause part deformation.

    LightWELD™ systems are easier to learn and operate and are 4X faster than TIG welding. The low heat input and extensive material and thickness capabilities increase productivity, repeatability, and improve weld quality for operators of all skill levels.

    Features & Operation

    Laser welding power up to 1500 W is easily adjusted with intuitive controls to quickly dial in optimum weld settings for various materials and thickness’s. With up to 74 stored pre-set and user-defined process parameters, novice welders can be trained and welding in a matter of hours.

    The hand-held welding & cleaning gun is compact, ergonomic, and comfortable. Specially designed nozzle tips for welding and cleaning applications, plus built in wobble functionality enable operators to produce high quality welds consistently. Nozzle tips switch out quickly and easily to accommodate fusion welding, wire welding, and cleaning, further optimizing and increasing productivity.

    • Built-in parameters ensure high-quality results and can be customised for later use.
    • Operators can instantly switch between pre-sets to accommodate many material thickness combinations.
    • Simple controls allow new welders to be trained within hours and experienced welders realise an immediate increase in productivity.
    • Create highly aesthetic seams and weld parts with poor fit up.
    • Adjustable frequency and weld width up to 5 mm optimises results.
    • Wobble parameters are pre-programmed and can be adjusted on the fly, saved, and recalled immediately.

    Simple Installation and Operation

    Clearly labelled rear connections make getting started fast and easy. Just plug in the power cord and gas connection, attach the work piece clamp, and the system is ready to go. Laser power, gas and gun control is delivered through a single cable.

    An Ethernet computer connection provides access to advanced settings to fine tune and save process parameters.

    Optional Wire Feeding Package

    • Wire welding capability extends laser welding applications to poorly fit-up parts.
    • Used for low carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminium, non-ferrous metals & alloys.
    • Either a single or double wire feeder set-up can be utilised for extra strength and filling larger gaps.

    Nozzles and Consumables

    LightWELD™ systems are extremely economical in the consumables parts that they use.

    Each system is supplied with 4 different welding nozzles, and 3 different cleaning nozzles.

    The nozzles are quick and easy to swap and exchange, with a quick release collet, allowing for rapid changing between welding and cleaning.

    The assorted nozzles are perfectly suited for various types of welding or cleaning, for optimum performance.

    The 4 welding nozzles consist of are supplied to suit a variety of applications:

    1. 1-Point (General Purpose)
    2. 2-Point (6mm)
    3. 2-Point (9mm)
    4. Circle

    The 3 cleaning Nozzles allow you to work with a variety of angles and positions, such as flat, or outside corners.

    1. 2-Prong Nozzle
    2. Outer Cleaning Nozzle
    3. 1-Prong Cleaning Nozzle

    The system is also supplied with a dual-extension tube, one of 58mm and another of 10mm, to suit various applications as required.

    This is to allow for different laser beam focusing lengths on varying materials
    and applications.

    “In my 41 years in the business, I have never seen a welder that allows beginners to make welds like seasoned pros!”

    Laser Welding Safety

    When it comes to Laser welding, safety is of the up-most importance.

    Given that laser welders utilise Class 4 laser diodes, all welding should be completed in a laser-proof workspace.

    Morgan Rushworth Laser Safe Enclosures can be built to suit any space due to their modular design.

    Simply measure your intended space, and you can build your enclosure to suit from assorted panels, including safety interlocked doors, solid panels, or windowed panels featuring laser safety glass to allow light into the enclosures for operator comfort.

    For added security and flexibility, the booth can also be configured with a 2 or 4 camera CCTV system for monitoring and safety purposes.

    Laser Safety Glass

    In the case of a reflected beam, the Laser Safety glass will absorb it keeping people outside of the booth safe.

    Roof Panels

    A roof is required if there is any space overlooking the booth, such as a second floor, or a mezzanine.

    Safety Interlock

    To prevent unintended access, the door is fitted with a safety interlock, stopping the welder the moment the door opens. Protecting anyone who happens to open the door unexpectedly.

    PPE and Extraction / Filtration

    As well as the protective space, PPE is vital to protect the health and well being of operators. To this extent specialist welding helmets are required that also feature Laser protection as well as laser-safe goggles. Laser’s operate on a specific electromagnetic wavelength, and would cause permanent retina damage if they were to reflect back into your eyes.

    It is also vital to have adequate extraction and filtration in place to remove any fumes generated from the welding processes as well.

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