LaserSpecHub
Comparison
Database
SolutionsBrandsContactAbout

LaserSpecHub

Professional laser equipment specification comparison and selection tools.

Tools

  • Equipment Comparison
  • Power Calculator
  • Workspace Matcher
  • Type Wizard

Resources

  • Equipment Database
  • Manufacturer Brands
  • Industry Solutions
  • Technology Guides
  • Selection Guides
  • Glossary & FAQ

Company

  • About Us
  • Contact
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Service

© 2026 LaserSpecHub. All rights reserved.

Built with Next.js & Turso on Vercel
🔥

nLIGHT

alta 12kW

12kW Fiber

Product image not available.
Visit manufacturer for official photos.

Product images and specifications are property of their respective manufacturers. LaserSpecHub aggregates publicly available data for comparison purposes only.

FiberHigh PowernLIGHT Source

nLIGHT alta 12kW

12kW Fiber cutting Machine

Power

12 kW

Max Steel

28mm

Origin

United States

Add to CompareVisit Manufacturer ↗

Interested in the nLIGHT alta 12kW?

Get pricing and availability from verified suppliers

Request QuoteCompare First

How It Compares

Compared against 748 machines in this category

Power Output▲ 18%
12kW
0Avg: 10.20 kW
Max Steel Cutting▲ 2%
28mm
0Avg: 27.55 mm

Quick Facts: nLIGHT alta 12kW

Laser Power & Type12kW Fiber
Estimated Price Range$50000-80000
Primary Applicationcutting

12kW fiber laser with programmable beam quality. Corona technology adjustable BPP for optimized cutting.

Market Position

Power vs. work area compared to 50 machines in this category

0.05 kW0.86 kW1.7 kW2.5 kW3.3 kW223k2.1m²4.0m²5.9m²7.8m²Power (kW)Work Area (mm²)
This machine
Others in category

Full Specifications

Laser System

BrandnLIGHT
Modelalta 12kW
Laser TypeFiber
Power Output12 kW
Wavelength1064 nm
Laser SourcenLIGHT

Machine Specifications

Weight180 kg
Power Consumption52 kW

Commercial Information

Country of OriginUS
Price Range$50,000 - $80,000

Material Coverage

Maximum cutting thickness across materials

Steel28mmStainless22mmAluminum16mmCopperBrassTitanium
Steel28 mm
Stainless22 mm
Aluminum16 mm

Cutting Capabilities

Maximum material thickness and cutting speeds for the nLIGHT alta 12kW

MaterialMax Thickness
Mild Steel28mm
Stainless Steel22mm
Aluminum16mm
28
Mild Steel
mm max
22
Stainless Steel
mm max
16
Aluminum
mm max

Explore Similar Machines

Find more machines matching these specifications

⚡All 12kW MachinesView all →🏭All nLIGHT MachinesView all →🌍🇺🇸 United States-Made MachinesView all →💡nLIGHT Laser SourceView all →📊High-Power MachinesView all →💰Mid-Range Price RangeView all →🔩21–30mm CuttingView all →🔗21–30mm StainlessView all →🧲9–16mm AluminumView all →

Compare with Similar Models

These high-power alternatives offer comparable specifications from other manufacturers.

ModelPowerWork AreaMax SteelOrigin
nLIGHT
alta 12kW
Current
12 kW-28mmUnited States-
Penta Laser
BOLT VII 60kW
60 kW12000×250080mmChinaView →
Han's Laser
HF Expert 30kW
30 kW4000×200060mmChinaView →
Penta Laser
BOLT VII 30kW
30 kW3000×150060mmChinaView →
Bodor
i7 30kW
30 kW3000×150060mmChinaView →

Penta Laser

BOLT VII 60kW

60kWCompare →

Han's Laser

HF Expert 30kW

30kWCompare →

Penta Laser

BOLT VII 30kW

30kWCompare →

Bodor

i7 30kW

30kWCompare →

More from nLIGHT

5 models available — sorted by power output

alta 4kW

4kW

Steel: 16mm max

View Specs →

alta 6kW

6kW

Steel: 20mm max

View Specs →

alta 10kW

10kW

Steel: 40mm max

View Specs →
Viewing

alta 12kW

12kW

Steel: 28mm max

alta 20kW

20kW

Steel: 35mm max

View Specs →

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the nLIGHT alta 12kW

The nLIGHT alta 12kW features a 12kW fiber laser, suitable for metal cutting and sheet processing.

Ready to Get a Quote?

Contact suppliers for pricing, lead times, and detailed specifications for the nLIGHT alta 12kW 12kW.

Request Quote →Compare Machines

LaserSpecHub connects you with verified equipment suppliers worldwide

Related Tools & Guides

⚡Power Calculator

Calculate laser power requirements

⏱️Cutting Time Calculator

Estimate processing times

🚀Speed Optimizer

Optimize cutting parameters

📏Kerf Calculator

Calculate cut width compensation

💨Assist Gas Selector

Choose optimal gas type

📊Speed Chart

Reference cutting speeds