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IPG Photonics YLR-20000
20kW Fiber cutting Machine
Power
20 kW
Max Steel
50mm
Origin
United States
Released
2024
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How It Compares
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Power Output▲ 96%
20kW
0Avg: 10.20 kW
Max Steel Cutting▲ 81%
50mm
0Avg: 27.55 mm
Quick Facts: IPG Photonics YLR-20000
Laser Power & Type20kW Fiber
Estimated Price Range$55000-75000
Primary Applicationcutting
Ultra-high power 20kW fiber laser source for heavy industrial applications
OEM integrationHeavy plate cuttingIndustrial
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Full Specifications
Laser System
| Brand | IPG Photonics |
| Model | YLR-20000 |
| Laser Type | Fiber |
| Power Output | 20 kW |
| Wavelength | 1070 nm |
| Beam Quality (M²) | 2.5 |
| Laser Source | IPG |
Machine Specifications
| Cooling Type | Water |
| Power Consumption | 40 kW |
Commercial Information
| Country of Origin | US |
| Release Year | 2024 |
| Warranty | 3 years |
| Price Range | $55,000 - $75,000 |
Material Coverage
Maximum cutting thickness across materials
Steel50 mm
Stainless40 mm
Aluminum30 mm
Copper20 mm
Brass20 mm
Titanium20 mm
Cutting Capabilities
Maximum material thickness and cutting speeds for the IPG Photonics YLR-20000
| Material | Max Thickness | Speed @5mm | Speed @10mm |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mild Steel | 50mm | 55m/min | 20m/min |
| Stainless Steel | 40mm | 35m/min | 15m/min |
| Aluminum | 30mm | 40m/min | 18m/min |
| Copper | 20mm | - | - |
| Brass | 20mm | - | - |
| Titanium | 20mm | - | - |
50
Mild Steel
mm max
40
Stainless Steel
mm max
30
Aluminum
mm max
20
Copper
mm max
20
Brass
mm max
20
Titanium
mm max
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Price & Budget Fit
Listed range$55000-75000
Power tierHigh power
OriginUnited States
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Best-Fit Buyer Profile
Best fit for high-throughput fabrication, thick plate, or multi-shift production where speed and capacity outweigh initial price.
Application: cuttingLaser: FiberAutomation: full-auto
Material Capability
Steel50mm max
Stainless40mm max
Aluminum30mm max
Copper20mm max
Brass20mm max
Titanium20mm max
Maintenance & Consumables
Plan preventive service roughly every 5,000 operating hours.
- - Protective windows, nozzles, lenses, filters, and slats should be quoted as annual consumables.
- - Assist gas options listed: ["N2","O2","Air"]. Confirm nitrogen, oxygen, or air supply cost for your material mix.
- - Confirm local availability for IPG source service and optics.
Facility Readiness
- Power: 40kW machine load plus auxiliaries
- Cooling: Water cooling
- Extraction: dust/fume extraction required
- Noise: 85 dB operating level
US Buyer Compliance
- Electrical: confirm 480V or 208V three-phase compatibility, transformer needs, and NEMA enclosure rating.
- Safety: verify Class 4 laser controls, OSHA lockout/tagout procedures, ANSI Z136.1 program ownership, and interlocked enclosure options.
- Certification: request UL/ETL-listed electrical panels or field evaluation path before purchase approval.
- Support: confirm US spare parts stock, technician coverage, remote diagnostics, and warranty labor terms.
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