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Continuous-Wave 6000 Watt — Specs & Setup

PLS-6000 · Continuous-Wave Fiber

Continuous-wave workhorse for large-area structural steel, ship hulls, tanks, and bridges. Not for molds, precision, or thin metal.

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Machine Specifications

SpecificationValue
ModelPLS-6000
Laser typeContinuous-wave (CW) fiber
Laser source6000 W CW fiber — brand XXX
Max average power6000 W
WavelengthXXX  ≈ 1080 nm typical for CW — confirm
Pulse energyN/A — continuous-wave laser
Cleaning head focal length19.7 in (500 mm)
Scan width (max)19.7 in (500 mm)
Max scan speed131 ft/s (40,000 mm/s = 40 m/s)
Cleaning rateUp to ≈ 1,292 ft²/h rust @ ≤2 mil (120 m²/h @ ≤50 µm); ≈ 861 ft²/h oxide or paint @ 8 mil (80 m²/h @ 200 µm)
CoolingFull water-cooling (water chiller)
Input power380 V, three-phase
Touchscreen10-inch HD; 30+ languages; app / remote monitoring
Machine weight≈ 531 lb (≈ 241 kg), on wheels
Machine dimensionsXXX
Operating temperatureXXX
CertificationsCE, FDA
Warranty2-yr laser source / 1-yr machine
⚠ Class 4 laser. Follow ANSI Z136.1 and OSHA requirements, use EN207-rated 1064 nm eyewear and fume extraction, and operate only under a qualified Laser Safety Officer. Verify settings on a test coupon and never exceed the machine's rated limits.