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  • Continuous-Wave Laser Surface Cleaning

    3000W High-Power Fiber Laser Cleaning Machine

    When the contamination is measured in millimetres rather than microns, average power does the work. This continuous-wave platform is built from 1500W to 3000W to strip heavy rust, multi-layer paint and burnt grease from carbon steel, stainless and cast iron. A beam up to 300 mm wide covers large areas quickly, and the integrated water chiller holds output stable through a full shift of structural or marine cleaning.

    1500–3000WPower options
    50m²/hPeak cleaning rate
    300mmMaximum beam width
    15–20mOptional fiber cable
    Built for Heavy Contamination

    Average Power Is What Clears Thick Layers

    Low-power laser cleaners remove oil film, light oxide and mold release agent well. Removing rust measured in fractions of a millimetre over square metres is a different problem, and it is solved with a continuous beam and enough average power to keep the beam moving.

    • Extreme efficiencyCleaning rates up to 50 square metres per hour depending on rust depth, a large step change over abrasive methods.
    • Non-contact and cleanNo chemicals, no dry ice and no blasting media — plug the unit into mains power and start cleaning.
    • Wide working beamBeam width is adjustable to 300 mm, so one pass covers the area several grinder passes would take.
    • Water-cooled stabilityAn integrated chiller keeps the source within its thermal window during continuous production cleaning.
    High-power laser cleaning removing rust and paint from a steel structure
    Structural steel, tanks and pipework are cleaned in place without dismantling or media containment.
    Model Range

    Three Power Tiers, One Platform

    The chassis, head and control system are shared. Power, beam width, cable length and cooling capacity scale with the model.

    Comparison of the 1500W, 2000W and 3000W high-power laser cleaning machine models
    Parameter1500W Model2000W Model3000W Model (Pro)
    Laser SourceMAX / Raycus / IPGMAX / Raycus / IPGMAX / Raycus / IPG
    Cleaning Width0–150 mm0–250 mm0–300 mm
    Fiber Cable Length10 m standard10 m standard10 m standard, 15–20 m optional
    Cooling MethodWater-cooled, integrated chillerWater-cooledHeavy-duty water chiller
    Machine WeightApprox. 180 kgApprox. 220 kgApprox. 260 kg
    Typical Cleaning RateSuited to medium rust and coatingsHigher throughput on the same work30–50 m²/h on heavy corrosion
    Best FitWorkshop and job-shop cleaningFabrication and repair yardsShipbuilding, tanks and large structures

    Cleaning rate varies with contaminant thickness, material and the finish required. A free test on your own sample confirms the tier and settings before the order is confirmed.

    Core Advantages

    Four Reasons Shops Move to Laser Cleaning

    The business case is rarely about speed alone. It is about handling, waste, operator safety and the repeatability of the surface.

    No Consumables

    No grit, no dry ice, no solvent. The system runs on mains electricity and eliminates the media supply and disposal chain.

    Controlled Substrate Impact

    Power, scan speed and beam width are set so the beam removes contamination rather than base metal, keeping part dimensions stable.

    Cleans in Place

    Assembled frames, installed pipework and welded structures are cleaned on site instead of being rigged to a blasting booth.

    Stable Output All Shift

    The water chiller keeps the source inside its thermal window, so the last square metre is cleaned like the first.

    Output Data

    What the Numbers Mean on the Floor

    Four figures that describe how much work the machine gets through in a shift.

    50m²/hPeak cleaning rate
    300mmMaximum beam width
    10mStandard fiber cable
    260kg3000W machine weight
    Operating Routine

    From Power-On to Clean Steel

    The machine ships assembled and chiller-charged. A trained operator cleans production parts on the first day.

    01

    Set Beam Width

    Choose the working width from 0 to 300 mm for the area and access available, then set power and scan speed.

    02

    Position the Head

    Sweep the handheld head across the surface at a steady distance, using the double-click trigger to fire.

    03

    Strip the Layer

    Rust, paint and grease vaporize on contact; heavier areas are covered with a second overlapping pass.

    04

    Inspect and Coat

    Check the profile, then move straight to priming, welding or inspection while the surface is still clean.

    Applications

    Tasks That Suit a 1500W–3000W System

    Large surfaces, thick layers and tight schedules are the three conditions that favour continuous-wave laser cleaning.

    Laser cleaning removing heavy rust from a steel plate
    Laser stripping paint and rust from a steel structure
    Laser removing paint coating from a metal panel
    Laser cleaning a stainless steel weld seam
    Technician using a high-power laser cleaning machine
    Operator wearing laser safety goggles using a handheld laser head
    Laser cleaning workstation with fume extraction
    A

    Rust Removal

    Rapid removal of heavy oxide from carbon steel plate, pipe and pressure equipment before coating or welding, with no media embedment in the surface.

    B

    Paint Stripping

    Ideal for vehicle chassis, ship hulls and aviation parts, where chemical strippers would attack the substrate or create hazardous waste.

    C

    Oil and Grease

    Deep cleaning of engine components and gears before assembly, vaporizing oil films that would otherwise contaminate a joint.

    D

    Weld Seam Cleaning

    Pre-weld preparation and post-weld oxide removal, an effective companion to a handheld fiber laser welding machine.

    Process Comparison

    Laser Cleaning Against Blasting and Chemical Stripping

    The comparison below is about waste handling, substrate impact and repeatability rather than a single headline speed figure.

    Comparison of 3000W laser cleaning with sandblasting and chemical cleaning
    CharacteristicLaser Cleaning (3 kW)SandblastingChemical Cleaning
    SpeedVery high, up to 50 m²/hHighLow
    ConsumablesNone beyond electricityGrit and media with disposalChemicals with disposal
    Waste StreamSmall volume of filtered dustLarge media and dust volumeHazardous liquid waste
    Substrate ImpactControllable by parameterHigh, removes base materialModerate, risk of attack
    Works In PlaceYes, with a long fiber cableRequires containment or a boothRequires containment and rinse
    Result ConsistencyRepeatable with stored settingsOperator dependentBatch dependent
    Ordering & Support

    What Comes With Every System

    Terms are confirmed before production and support does not depend on shipping the machine back to the factory.

    Freight & Crating

    Export-grade crating for the power unit and chiller, with air and sea freight options and full tracking.

    Payment

    T/T bank transfer, PayPal and Western Union. Terms and Incoterms are confirmed on the proforma invoice.

    Warranty

    Core components covered by a manufacturer warranty, with ready replacement parts and lifetime engineering support.

    Training

    Remote commissioning, operator training and a documented safety brief for the whole team.

    • Free sample testSend a contaminated part and we return the cleaned result with the parameters that produced it.
    • Volume termsAgreed per order against quantity and destination — send your target volume and port.
    • OEM & ODMPower unit branding, interface language and documentation can be adapted to your market.
    • Welding pairingCombine the cleaner with a handheld fiber laser welder for a complete prepare-and-weld setup.
    FAQ

    High-Power Laser Cleaning Questions

    Removal rate depends on the thickness of the rust or coating. On heavy industrial corrosion and multi-layer paint the 3000W model cleans roughly 30 to 50 square metres per hour, well ahead of the 1500W model, and the finish approaches that of blasting without any media handling.

    The continuous-wave source is chosen for removing thick rust, old coatings and stubborn grease from carbon steel and stainless parts. Surface temperature can rise during processing, so if a flawless finish with no thermal influence is the priority, a pulsed machine such as the precision water-cooled model avoids the temperature peak entirely.

    Unlike blasting or chemical stripping there are no media or chemicals to buy and dispose of. Running the system needs only mains power, with the protective lens replaced every few months depending on use. Nothing has to be stored, mixed or neutralized.

    The machine is built around several safety features: a double-click trigger to prevent accidental firing, an emergency stop that halts all functions, a key lock that limits access to authorised operators, and the requirement to wear OD6 or higher safety goggles while the unit is running, with the work zone screened.

    Yes. The high-speed beam vaporizes oil, grease and oxide directly, so the weld zone is left free of the contamination that causes porosity. It pairs well with a handheld fiber laser welding machine for a clean, residue-free weld preparation step.

    The standard fiber cable is 10 m, which covers most workshop tasks. For shipyards and outdoor installations a 15 m or 20 m cable is available so the operator can reach distant workpieces without moving the heavy power unit.

    Heavy rust on carbon steel plate and pipework, paint stripping from vehicle chassis, ship hulls and aviation parts, deep cleaning of engine components and gears before assembly, and pre-weld or post-weld seam cleaning on large fabrications.

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    Next Step

    Test the Rate on Your Own Steel

    Send a rusty or painted sample and tell us the throughput you need. We will confirm the power tier, return the cleaned part with a before-and-after record, and prepare a quotation for your project.

    Response Commitments

    • Reply within 12 working hours
    • Free sample cleaning test with rate data
    • Safety and operation training included
    • Lifetime engineering support
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