The New OptX 2kW Miller Handheld Laser System
The new OptX laser system, represents a significant advancement in laser technology, designed to offer precise and efficient performance across various applications. This new system integrates cutting-edge features such as high power output, improved beam quality, and enhanced control mechanisms, making it a versatile tool for more industries than ever before.
Arc Welding
Lower energy density
•Appx 100 W/mm^2
•Wide welds
•Heat is spread out
•Heat from top to bottom
•Heat from resistance of electrons
Laser Welding
Higher energy density
•Appx 100,000 W/mm^2
•Narrow welds
•Heat is highly focused
•Heat from within (focal point out)
•Heat from focused Light energy
GMAW (MIG)
GTAW (TIG)
LBW (Laser)
Traditional welding processes arc essentially electrical welding arcs. They also require larger weld sizes as we create a welding puddle and penetration from the top down. With these processes we have to create a hot fluid weld puddle that creates the base metal penetration. Laser welding utilizes light to fuse 2 materials together. Laser welding penetrated very deeply very quickly making it so that we do not have to wait for a puddle to be established before we start welding. This results in seeing much smaller laser welds compared to traditional welds that have similar strength.
TIG / MIG:
External reinforcement results in additional distortion
LASER:
Internal reinforcement results in less distortion due to weld being closer to the neutral axis of the part
Applications
Metal types
•Mild steel
•Stainless steel and Nickel Alloys
•Galvanized
•Aluminum
•Titanium, Brass, Copper
•Dissimilar metals (eg: SS to copper)
Material Thicknesses
•Thin – down to 20ga (0.040)
•Thick to Thin
•Thick (where little external reinforcement is desired) up to 3/8” single pass
Joint configurations
•Lap welds
•Fillet/inside corner welds
•Butt welds (prep with slight edge to follow)
•Outside corner – (Reconfigure fit up geometry)
•Spot/Plug welds
The Miller OptX 2kW handheld laser welder shines a light on how to take your shops performance to the next level by dramatically boosting productivity. If you are interested in learning more fill out the form below and one of our dedicated laser experts will contact you!