Compact, 15W Cutting Laser

March 11, 2021
Opt Lasers' compact three-laser-diode laser head for CNC machines— the PLH3D-15W—carves a path towards a more sustainable future.

Designed for use by both industrial customers and home users alike, the world’s first compact three-laser-diodes laser head for CNC machines— the PLH3D-15W—carves a path towards a more sustainable future as increasing applications require a versatile, yet compact and energy-efficient solution. The 15 W laser module uses three Nichia blue laser diodes that emit light at 445 nm, which is more efficiently absorbed than IR lasers by the majority of materials being laser cut or engraved.

 

This compact laser head can process a wide range of wood-based materials, leather, textiles, and plastics, and is also the first compact CNC laser head that not only marks metal but deep-engraves it. Each laser module contains four precision-molded lenses, each of which is virtually free of imperfections. Coupled with a vacuum-sputtered multi-layer anti-reflection coating, this design yields superior optical performance and a spectacular power density of 1.5 MW/cm². With the high-pressure air nozzle, you can clean the lens 10x less often as it removes smoke and prevents excessive dirt build-up on the lens. In addition, the directed airflow cools down the working site, resulting in a lack of defects and a uniform engraving contrast.

 

Furthermore, it can be adapted to nearly any CNC machine. This lightweight, high power, cost-efficient, and easy to use laser is an ideal choice for high-volume industrial applications and demanding individual users alike.

 

PLH3D-15W, priced at $2,499, can not only be used to cut or engrave wood, leather, textiles, and plastics, but it can also engrave or mark stainless, tool, and carbon varieties of steel.